Ana D. Alcantar
Loma Linda
Summary
Experienced Dental Assistant with over 7 years of expertise in patient care, radiology, and Dentrix Eagle software. Aided in 500+ dental procedures with a 99% patient satisfaction rate, demonstrating a strong commitment to excellence. Passionate about delivering high-quality dental care and eager to make a positive impact in the field.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Loma Linda Family Dentistry
07.2023 - Current
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for Number procedures daily.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
- Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
- Collaborated with the dental team to develop customized treatment plans for individual patients.
- Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
- Contributed to clinic's reputation for excellence by consistently receiving positive patient feedback.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling, reducing wait times and enhancing patient satisfaction.
- Enhanced patient rapport by consistently delivering compassionate and professional care.
Dental Assistant
Woo Yong Lee D.D.S INC.
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Utilized panoramic X-ray for comprehensive dental assessments.
- Applied sealants to enhance durability and protection.
- Created temporary dental restorations including crowns and onlays.
- Packed cords efficiently.
- Delivered comprehensive health education to patients.
- Scheduling appointments
- Managed prescription processing with accuracy and efficiency.
- Assisted Root Canal Therapy
- Executed alginate impression techniques for dental applications.
- Ensured accuracy in the creation of stone models.
General Dentist
Yucaipa Family dental
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Utilized advanced digital X-ray technology to enhance diagnostic accuracy.
- Executed coronal polishing to remove plaque and stains.
- Applied sealant to enhance surface protection.
- Fabricated temporary crowns, bridges, and fillings.
- Patient education on oral hygiene/ follow-up dental care
- Preparing patients for the procedure
- Dental supply inventory
- Performed adjustments to ensure proper fit and comfort of dentures.
- Cord packing
- Cleared unnecessary cement.
- Utilized basic Orthodontics knowledge to enhance workflow efficiency.
Dental Assistant
Anait Alabyan, Doctors of Dental Surgery
03.2018 - 03.2021
- Digital X-rays on patients
- Pouring gum irritation
- Temporary crown and inlays
- Tooth polishing to smooth the surface of teeth and restoration
- Pocket irrigation to clean plaque from interdental regions of the mouth
- Assisted in Root Canal Therapy
- Digital scanning
- Scheduling appointments for patients
- Greeting and providing customer services
Cashier
Taconento
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Processed cash and credit card transactions for food services.
- Partnered with kitchen staff to enhance operations.
- Managed online order preparation with attention to detail.
- Facilitated customer interactions as a cashier.
Education
Diploma - Dental Assisting
Concorde Career Concorde College
North HollywoodSkills
- Fluent in written and oral Spanish
- X-rays license of the state of California
- Coronal polishing Certified (Upon RDA)
- Pit and fissure Certified (Upon RDA)
- CPR certified (American Heart Association)
- Sterilization and disinfection
- Oral evacuation
- Chairside assisting
- Alginate impressions
- Model pouring
- 5 years of dental assistant
- Highly motivated and professional
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)
- Completed the Certified Dental Assistant program through the Dental Assisting National Board, Inc. in 2018.
- Coronal Polish Certified
STRENGTH
- Empathetic Patient Care. Demonstrated empathy and understanding in patient interactions, leading to high patient comfort and satisfaction
Efficient Time Management
Effectively managed multiple tasks in a high-volume dental clinic, ensuring timely and quality patient care
• Detail-Oriented
Maintained meticulous attention to detail in dental procedures and record-keeping, ensuring accuracy and compliance
Additional Information
- Advancing Dental Health Passionate about improving dental health and hygiene practices within the community.
- Photography. Enjoys capturing moments through photography, focusing on nature and urban landscape
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Loma Linda Family Dentistry
07.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant
Woo Yong Lee D.D.S INC.
01.2023 - 07.2023
General Dentist
Yucaipa Family dental
01.2021 - 01.2023
Dental Assistant
Anait Alabyan, Doctors of Dental Surgery
03.2018 - 03.2021
Cashier
Taconento
09.2016 - 05.2017
Diploma - Dental Assisting
Concorde Career Concorde College
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