Andrea Carabes
California Shine Dental
San Jose,CA
2
Languages
1
Certification
15
years of professional experience
Dedicated Dental Assistant experienced in patient care and clinical support. Fostered positive relationships with patients to enhance medical safety and contribute to business growth through effective communication and technical assistance. Developed expertise in sterilization techniques and infection control practices, ensuring a safe and efficient clinic environment.
Work History
Dental assistant
6 Months- Prepare patient, sterilize or disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays,prepare materials, or assist dentist during dental procedures. Expose dental diagnostic x-rays.Record treatment information in patient records.Provide postoperative instructions prescribed by dentist.Assist dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies.Recorded medical and dental histories and vital signs to ensure accurate patient assessments.Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.Monitored and ordered dental supplies and equipment to maintain optimal operational readiness.Fabricate temporary restorations or custom impressions from preliminary impressions.Performed thorough teeth cleaning procedures to enhance patient dental health., using dental instruments.Cleaned and polished removable dental appliances to ensure patient comfort and hygiene..Make preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.Pour, trim, and polish study casts.Schedule appointments, prepare bills and receive payment for dental services, complete insurance forms, and maintain records, manually or using computer.Fabricated and fitted orthodontic appliances, including retainers and wires, to support patient treatment plans.Apply protective coating of fluoride to teeth.
- Prepared treatment rooms, sterilized instruments, and maintained infection control standards.
- Assisted dentist during procedures, anticipating needs and supporting efficient chairside workflow.
- Captured digital X-rays and reviewed patient records for accurate clinical documentation.
Dental Assistant
5 Months- Prepared treatment rooms and organized instruments for efficient chairside procedures
- Assisted dentist during restorative, preventive, and surgical appointments
- Sterilized instruments and maintained infection-control standards across clinical areas
- Captured digital radiographs and supported accurate patient charting
- Guided patients through pre-procedure instructions and post-visit care
- Managed appointment flow and coordinated schedule changes with front office staff
- Monitored dental supply inventory and restocked operatories proactively
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for a 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.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for [Number] procedures daily.
Dental assistant
8 Years 6 Months- Prepared patient, sterilized instruments, set up instrument trays, and assisted dentist during dental procedures.Prepare patient, sterilize or disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays,prepare materials, or assist dentist during dental procedures.Fabricate and fit orthodontic appliances and materials for patients, such as retainers, wires, or bands.
- Coordinated patient appointments, prepare bills and receive payment for dental services,complete insurance forms, and maintain records, manually or using computer.Pour, trim, and polish study casts.Make preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.Clean and polish removable appliances.Performed teeth cleaning procedures, using dental instruments.Fabricate temporary restorations or custom impressions from preliminary impressions.Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.Order and monitor dental supplies and equipment inventory.
- Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients.Assist dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies.Provide postoperative instructions prescribed by dentist.Record treatment information in patient records.Expose dental diagnostic x-rays.Prepare patient, sterilize or disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays,prepare materials, or assist dentist during dental procedures
Education
Master of Science - X-ray license
High School Diploma
Skills
Dental radiography
Decision making
Equipment sterilization
Treatment room setup
Complex Problem Solving
Judgment and Decision Making
Instructing
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Dental assistant
California Shine Dental
02.2017 - 08.2017Read More
Dental Assistant
Cosmo Dental Care
01.2011 - 06.2011Read More
Dental assistant
Quality dental
03.2002 - 09.2010Read More
San Jose State
Master of Science from X-ray license
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Independece Adult Edd
High School Diploma
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