Amanda Liguez
Houston,TX
Summary
Certified Dental Assistant with 18 years of success building strong relationships with patients and providing quality support during dental procedures. Knowledgeable and experienced in dental procedures. Works well with all personality types when interacting with patients and staff. Attentive and prepared professional dedicated to practice growth and stability.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Texan Dental P.A
Houston, TX
07.2010 - Current
- Knowledge of Itero and CEREC technology.
- Laser Certified
- Knowledge of Invisalign, placing attachments, setting up for IPR, submitting scans.
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Prepared dental materials such as composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges.
- Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the practice.
- Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
- Responded promptly to requests from other staff members or dentists while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
Lead Dental Assistant
Schell Family Dentistry
Friendswood, TX
08.2006 - 07.2010
Education
Dental Assistant Certification - Dental Assisting
Texas School of Business
Friendswood, TX05-2006
High School Diploma -
Alvin High School
Alvin, TX05-2005
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Clear Lake, Texas Skills
- Team player
- Four-handed procedures
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Patient Services
- Inventory Management
- Patient Education
- Clinical Support
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Dentrix proficiency
- Strong writing and verbal skills
- Professionalism and Etiquette
- Cross-Training Capabilities
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Texan Dental P.A
07.2010 - Current
Lead Dental Assistant
Schell Family Dentistry
08.2006 - 07.2010
Dental Assistant Certification - Dental Assisting
Texas School of Business
High School Diploma -
Alvin High School
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
University of Houston-Clear Lake
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