Amanda Concepcion
Hutto,TX
Summary
Dental professional with over 12 years of experience in advanced oral surgery and dental implant assistance. Proven manual dexterity and teamwork skills enhance workflow efficiency and patient care. Dedicated to upholding high standards in dental assisting practices.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Lead Dental Assistant
Taylor Dental And Braces
Taylor , TX
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted the dental team with patient preparation, such as crowns, bridges, restorative procedures, endodontics, extractions, oral surgery, implants, and orthodontics.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Assisted with the setup of treatment rooms and sterilization of instruments.
- Collaborated with dentists to ensure accurate treatment plans and procedures.
- Assisted in the training of new dental assistants by providing guidance on protocols and processes.
- Tracked inventory levels of dental materials, tools, and equipment to ensure sufficient stock was always available.
- Actively participated in team meetings to discuss workflow strategies for improving productivity.
Lead Surgical Assistant
Complete Specialty Dental group
Austin, TX
02.2024 - 08.2025
- Assisted in advanced oral surgery, including extractions, bone grafts, sinus lifts, and implant placement.
- Prepped the operatory for sedation and surgery; monitored vitals and patient comfort throughout the procedures.
- Provided direct assistance to surgeons by passing instruments, suturing tissue, retracting tissue and organs, and performing other duties under the direction of the surgeon.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physician or nurse anesthetist prior to or during surgery.
- Collaborated with a periodontist and a prosthodontist in full mouth reconstruction cases.
- Trained and mentored new assistants and externs in surgical and specialty protocols.
- Maintained accurate records on each case including documenting operative findings, supplies used and any complications that arose during the procedure.
- Assisted physicians with patient transfer from recovery unit back into OR suite when needed.
- Performed administrative tasks such as ordering supplies, maintaining equipment inventories, and scheduling tests for patients pre-operatively.
- Actualized inventory management procedures to control medications and supplies as well as to rotate stock and remove expired medications.
- Communicated with patients after surgery to assess recovery and mitigate complications.
Prosthodontic
Prosthodontic & Implant Therapy
Tampa, FL
03.2021 - 01.2024
- Assisted dentists during complex restorative procedures, including full mouth reconstructions, implant-supported restorations, fixed bridges, crowns, veneers, inlays/onlays, and removable partials and complete dentures.
- Managed patient records and scheduled appointments efficiently.
- Took high-quality dental X-rays using digital methods, including CBCT scans, and intraoral photos.
- Capture digital impressions with scanners (iTero, TRIOS, Primescan).
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
- Maintain strict OSHA and Infection protocols
PEP/First Surgical Assistant
Clearchoice Dental Implant Center
Saint Petersburg, FL
05.2020 - 03.2021
- Performed and assisted the prosthodontist and oral surgeon with specialized procedures such as diagnostics, surgical procedures, and prosthetics in preparation for dental implant surgery.
- Recorded, charted, and prepared treatment information, as well as coordinated surgery by acting as a liaison between the patient, surgeon, and prosthodontist to recover medical records and gain medical clearance prior to surgery.
- Performed and assisted in reviewing medical history, photographs, vitals and patient education as well as acted as a circular during surgical procedures completing implant placement
Education
EFDA Certification - Dental Assisting
Everest University
12-2014
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
06-2005
High School Diploma -
Dixie Hollins High School
05-2001
Skills
- Oral surgery and sedation monitoring
- Dental implant assistance
- Digital radiography
- Dental documentation
- EMR/EHR systems management
- Nitrous oxide administration
- Appointment scheduling
- Equipment sterilization
- Four-handed dentistry
- Patient intake processes
- Patient relations management
- Patient assessments
- Manual dexterity
- Cross-training skills
- Team collaboration
- Restorative dentistry techniques
- Sterilization methods
- Training and mentorship
Certification
EFDA Certified
- RDA - Registered Dental Assistant
- Certified Dental Assistant
- Licensed Dental Radiography
- Certified BLS CPR/AED
- Certified Nitrous Oxide
- Certified Coronal Polishing
Education and Training
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Timeline
Lead Dental Assistant
Taylor Dental And Braces
08.2025 - Current
Lead Surgical Assistant
Complete Specialty Dental group
02.2024 - 08.2025
Prosthodontic
Prosthodontic & Implant Therapy
03.2021 - 01.2024
PEP/First Surgical Assistant
Clearchoice Dental Implant Center
05.2020 - 03.2021
EFDA Certification - Dental Assisting
Everest University
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
High School Diploma -
Dixie Hollins High School