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Alicia Koen

Summary

Friendly Expanded Functions Dental Assistant with comprehensive background in patient care, dental procedures, and office management. Skilled in assisting with routine and complex dental procedures while providing each patient with a comfortable, safe, and courteous dental experience. Passionate about dentistry and always looking to expand my knowledge.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Temporary Dental Assistant

Dental Medical Support Services
01.2026 - Current
  • Prepared patients and assisted chairside in restorative and surgical procedures, enhancing patient comfort and safety.
  • Sterilized instruments and organized operatories to uphold hygienic standards and support effective procedures.
  • Adapted to varying workflows and provider preferences across multiple practices, ensuring seamless support and continuity of care.

At Home Daycare Provider

Self Employed
07.2023 - 12.2025

Dental Assistant/EFDA

Indianapolis Dentistry
08.2018 - 08.2022
  • Assisted in multi-specialty procedures, enhancing patient care in restorative, endodontics, oral surgery, implants, orthodontics, prosthodontics, TMJ, and sedation.
  • Assisted dentist during procedures by providing necessary tools and materials efficiently. and surgical assisting; set up/turned over operator's, trays, and materials.
  • Followed CDC/OSHA sterilization and infection-control protocols; processed instruments and maintained aseptic technique.
  • Captured diagnostic radiographs and ensured patient/provider safety; documented care in Dentrix (charting, treatment planning, records).
  • Supported high‑fear patients with calm, compassionate communication to reduce anxiety and improve experience.

Temporary Dental Assistant

Dental Medical Support Services
09.2021 - 04.2022

Education

Dental Assisting

Dental Assistants School of Indiana
04.2018

Skills

  • EFDA
  • Coronal polishing
  • Radiography
  • Four-handed procedures
  • Restorative dentistry
  • Infection control procedures
  • Oral surgery assistance
  • Dental impressions (scan or physical)
  • Dentrix proficiency

Timeline

Temporary Dental Assistant

Dental Medical Support Services
01.2026 - Current

At Home Daycare Provider

Self Employed
07.2023 - 12.2025

Temporary Dental Assistant

Dental Medical Support Services
09.2021 - 04.2022

Dental Assistant/EFDA

Indianapolis Dentistry
08.2018 - 08.2022

Dental Assisting

Dental Assistants School of Indiana
Alicia Koen