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Arnita Carter

Houston

Summary

Dedicated dental assistant skilled in patient education and infection control. Expertise in maintaining a sterile environment and providing chair-side assistance during procedures, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. Detail-oriented dental assistant with strong communication and teamwork skills. Experienced in supporting dental procedures, maintaining compliance with infection control protocols, and educating patients on oral hygiene practices to promote better health outcomes. Reliable dental assistant known for exceptional organizational skills and adherence to sterilization techniques. Proven ability to assist in various dental procedures while ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients. Driven Dental Assistant successful at building relationships with patients and colleagues. Offers expertise in patient care and education to support optimal oral health outcomes. Attentive and prepared professional dedicated to practice growth and stability. Friendly dental assistant with several 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.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Dental Assistant

Montgomery Park Dental
Conroe
10.2023 - Current
  • Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
  • Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
  • Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
  • Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the practice.
  • Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, 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.
  • Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
  • Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
  • Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
  • Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
  • Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
  • Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
  • Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
  • Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
  • Responded promptly to requests from other staff members or dentists while maintaining a professional demeanor.
  • 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.
  • Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
  • Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
  • Assisted dentist during examinations by retracting patient's cheeks and tongue.
  • 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.
  • Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
  • Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
  • Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.

Lead Oral Surgery Assistant

Madeyasmile Dental
Sugerland
11.2016 - 06.2023
  • Assisted in taking x-rays of mouth area as requested by the doctor.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients throughout the procedure.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of sterilization techniques and infection control protocols.
  • Managed inventory of medical supplies and ordered new items when needed.
  • Followed established safety protocols for handling hazardous chemicals or waste material.
  • Conducted follow-up calls with patients after their surgeries were completed.
  • Provided chairside assistance to the Oral Surgeon during procedures.
  • Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, blood pressure, and respiration rate before, during, and after surgery.
  • Provided emotional support to patients before, during, and after their treatments.
  • Ensured that all instruments were properly cleaned and sanitized prior to use.
  • Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
  • Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
  • Updated patient records with new data and treatment information.
  • Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
  • Sterilized dental equipment using automatic washers to prevent cross contamination.

Education

EDDA Program

LSU
New Orleans, LA
03-2010

Vocational Training Degree - Dental Assistant

Eastern College
New Orleans, LA
08-2002

Jonh McDonogh High School
New Orleans, LA
08.1988 - 01.1990

Skills

  • Sterilization techniques
  • Chairside assistance
  • Digital X-rays
  • Dental materials preparation
  • Infection control compliance
  • Inventory management
  • Patient education
  • Equipment sanitization
  • Problem solving
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medical history documentation
  • Emotional support provision
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communication

Certification

CPR/AED

RDA

HIPPA Training Course

OSHA Training Course

EDDA

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Montgomery Park Dental
10.2023 - Current

Lead Oral Surgery Assistant

Madeyasmile Dental
11.2016 - 06.2023

Jonh McDonogh High School
08.1988 - 01.1990

EDDA Program

LSU

Vocational Training Degree - Dental Assistant

Eastern College