Ana Longoria

Pediatric Dental Assistant

Angel Magic Smiles

Alice, TX

01.2001 - 08.2020

Provided patient education regarding preventive care, diet, oral health and plaque control.
Performed chair side duties including taking x-rays, making impressions and pouring models.
Assisted the dentist during a variety of treatments such as restorations, crowns, bridges, root canals, extractions and scaling and cleaning procedures.
Instructed young patients on proper brushing techniques using visual aids such as charts or videos.
Cleaned and sterilized instruments after each use in accordance with universal precautions guidelines.
Prepared rooms for dental procedures by sterilizing instruments, setting up trays and ensuring that all necessary items were present.
Verified insurance coverage for each patient before appointment was scheduled.
Handled billing issues professionally including filing claims with insurance companies or collecting payments from patients.
Ensured infection control standards were met by following safety protocols when handling hazardous materials such as sharps or chemicals.
Greeted patients upon arrival at the office with courtesy and professionalism.
Assisted dentist with completing procedures.
Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
Assisted dentist during examinations by retracting patient's cheeks and tongue.
Checked with participants throughout procedures to help alleviate anxiety.
Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
Utilized automated washers to sterilize instruments and prevent cross-infection between patients.
Explained dental services and payment plans to help patients make informed decisions.
Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.
Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
Updated patient records with new data and treatment information.
Exposed dental diagnostic x-rays.
Gathered and documented patient medical and dental histories and vital signs.
Took medical and dental history and recorded vital signs of patients.