Alexandra Kidd
Chicago,IL
Summary
Warm and enthusiastic dental student with a strong commitment to patient-centered, comprehensive dental care. Passionate about combining clinical skills with compassion, attention to detail, and a drive for continuous learning to provide the highest quality of care. Excited to contribute to a collaborative dental team while making a positive impact on patients’ oral health and overall well-being!
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Dentist
Marquette Pre-Doctoral Clinic
Milwaukee, WI
05.2023 - Current
- Perform comprehensive examinations, routine prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, restorative dentistry, extractions, prosthodontics, and endodontics.
- Coordinate patient visits for both urgent and non-urgent procedures, prioritizing needs while maintaining clinic efficiency.
- Develop treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs and preferences.
- Document clinical findings, treatments, and follow-up care in EHR to ensure continuity and quality of care.
- Treatment of pediatric patients including administration of nitrous oxide, comprehensive treatment planning, behavioral interventions, and routine dental procedures.
Dental/Hygiene Assistant
Acierno Family Dental
Edison Park, IL
03.2020 - 08.2022
- Assisted dentist during examinations, restorative, and surgical procedures.
- Prepared procedure rooms and tray setups for hygienists and doctors before starting dental procedures.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments in compliance with OSHA and infection control standards.
- Created accurate study models by pouring up impressions and preparing casts for orthodontic and restorative cases.
Business Assistant
Marquette Orthodontics Clinic
Milwaukee, WI
05.2020 - 05.2022
- Streamlined patient scheduling processes, enhancing appointment flow and reducing wait times.
- Assisted with treatment plan presentations, financing options, and insurance benefit explanations.
- Developed and maintained patient records using electronic health record systems for accurate documentation.
Education
D.D.S -
Marquette University School of Dentistry
Milwaukee, WI05.2026
Biomedical Sciences & Business Administration -
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI05-2022
Skills
- Comprehensive Examination, Diagnosis, & Treatment Planning
- Restorative Dentistry (fillings, crowns, bridges)
- Tooth Extraction
- Endodontic Therapy (anterior and premolar focus)
- Digital dental technology
- Dental Radiology Interpretation
- Effective time management
- Collaborative leadership
- Quickly learns and applies new skills
- Effective time management
- Collaborative leadership
- Quickly learns and applies new skills
Timeline
Student Dentist
Marquette Pre-Doctoral Clinic
05.2023 - Current
Business Assistant
Marquette Orthodontics Clinic
05.2020 - 05.2022
Dental/Hygiene Assistant
Acierno Family Dental
03.2020 - 08.2022
D.D.S -
Marquette University School of Dentistry
Biomedical Sciences & Business Administration -
Marquette University
Community Service
Tri County Community Clinic, Appleton, WI, June 2025
Performed restorative procedures and simple extractions for both pediatric and adult patients.
Conducted patient exams, reviewed findings with hygienists, and reinforced oral hygiene education.
Gained extensive hands-on experience treating underserved populations with limited access to dental care.
Mission of Mercy, Green Bay, WI, June 2023
Ensured patient comfort and safety by delivering local anesthetic injections
before treatment.
Provided chairside assistance to the dentist during examinations and
procedures, including suctioning and passing instruments.
Took dental impressions to assist in prosthodontic treatment planning and appliance fabrication.
Interests
Molar Endodontic Therapy,
Advanced skills in Cosmetic Dentistry
Emerging Technologies (CAD/CAM)
Community Outreach,
Implant Placement and Restoration
Orthodontics (Clear Aligner Therapy)
Digital Treatment Planning
Awards & Certifications
Marquette School of Dentistry Academic Scholarship Recipient 2022–2026
Marquette University Evidence Based Dentistry Research Competition, 1st Place– 2023, 2024
Society for Color and Appearance in Dentistry Certificate 2025
American Heart Association- Basic Life Support