Patient-oriented dental assistant bringing several years of experience in fast-paced dental practices. Highly skilled in preparing patients for examinations, assisting with chairside procedures and educating patients on oral hygiene and care. Focused on providing top quality customer service.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Coeler Dental
Lemoore, CA
11.2022 - Current
Set up operatories with appropriate instruments for each procedure prior to patient arrival.
Took intraoral radiographs using digital X-ray equipment per doctor's orders.
Provided instruction to patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care measures.
Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, applied dental fillings, placed temporary crowns and seated permanent crowns.
Documented all treatment plans in patient records according to office standards.
Prepared trays of instruments for dental procedures.
Registered Dental Assistant
Visalia dental group
Visalia, CA
04.2021 - 02.2022
Assisted dentist in the administration of local anesthetics and nitrous oxide sedation.
Educated patients on post-operative instructions regarding diet, medications and activities.
Organized lab cases for dentists by tracking progress throughout production cycle until delivery back to practice.
Prepared trays of instruments for dental procedures.
Set up operatories with appropriate instruments for each procedure prior to patient arrival.
Assisted in dental procedures, such as scaling and root planing.
Dental Assistant
Aria Community Health Center
Hanford, CA
03.2020 - 03.2021
Performed chair side duties including taking x-rays, making impressions and pouring models.
Provided postoperative instructions to parents regarding care of their child's teeth following treatment.
Scheduled appointments according to established protocol.
Assisted dentists in providing dental treatment to pediatric patients.
Instructed young patients on proper brushing techniques using visual aids such as charts or videos.
Maintained accurate records of patient visits using electronic dental software programs.
Ensured infection control standards were met by following safety protocols when handling hazardous materials such as sharps or chemicals.
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