Amanda Croston
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
Dental professional with deep understanding of dental procedures and patient care. Known for enhancing clinical efficiency and patient satisfaction. Highly collaborative and adaptable to changing needs, ensuring seamless team operations and positive outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Monument Family Dental
Angola, IN
11.2018 - 05.2026
- Assisted in patient examinations and procedures, ensuring comfort and safety throughout treatments.
- Prepared and sterilized dental instruments, maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and oral hygiene practices to promote better dental health.
- Collaborated with dentists to develop treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs and preferences.
- Trained new staff on operational protocols and best practices for patient care and office procedures.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency in daily operations within the practice.
- Optimized inventory management by maintaining accurate records of supplies and equipment usage, minimizing waste, and ordering necessary materials in a timely manner.
- Ensured smooth operation of dental practice by performing routine maintenance on equipment, identifying issues early on to prevent costly repairs.
- Reduced occurrence of dental tool and equipment malfunctions with regular maintenance checks and timely repairs.
- Contributed to decrease in patient wait times by efficiently managing preparation and cleanup of treatment areas.
- Contributed to dental team's effectiveness by sharing insights and feedback from patients regarding their care experience.
- Improved patient understanding of dental procedures and aftercare instructions through clear and concise explanations.
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Legacy Dental
Fort Wayne, IN
01.2017 - 11.2018
- Collaborated with dentists to deliver high-quality patient care and support dental procedures.
- Managed patient records using digital software for efficient data entry and retrieval.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by effectively addressing concerns and answering questions about dental treatments.
- Expanded knowledge of dental techniques and advancements by attending continuing education courses, applying new learnings to daily practice.
- Increased efficiency in dental treatments by proficiently assisting in various dental procedures such as fillings, extractions, and crowns.
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Afdent Dental Services
Fort Wayne, IN
04.2006 - 11.2015
- Assisted in preparing treatment rooms and managing infection control protocols.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling, enhancing overall office workflow and patient satisfaction.
- Mentored junior dental assistants, fostering skill development and teamwork within the practice.
- Assisted dentists in complex procedures, ensuring efficient and high-quality treatment outcomes.
- Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
- Managed patient records using digital software for efficient data entry and retrieval.
Education
Expanded Functions For Dental Auxiliaries - Health Sciences
Indiana Purdue Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN06-2002
High School Diploma -
Northrop High School
Fort Wayne, IN06-1997
Dental Careers
Anthis Career Center
Fort Wayne, IN06-1997
Skills
- Patient care excellence
- Dental radiography proficiency
- Digital dental records
- Treatment Planning
- Dentrix practice management software
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Disinfection and sterilization
- Restoration placement of all classifications
- Personable communication
Timeline
Lead Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Monument Family Dental
11.2018 - 05.2026
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Legacy Dental
01.2017 - 11.2018
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Afdent Dental Services
04.2006 - 11.2015
Expanded Functions For Dental Auxiliaries - Health Sciences
Indiana Purdue Fort Wayne
High School Diploma -
Northrop High School
Dental Careers
Anthis Career Center