Ashlyn Lanphier
Waxhaw,United States
Summary
Dental Assistant with extensive experience at Young and Polite Children’s Dentistry, excelling in patient care coordination and inventory management. Proven ability to enhance office efficiency through effective appointment scheduling and meticulous equipment sterilization. Committed to delivering exceptional support in pediatric dental care, ensuring optimal treatment outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Young and Polite Children’s Dentistry
Waxhaw, NC
10.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dental office, creating welcoming atmosphere for patients.
- Assisted in emergency dental procedures, providing critical support in high-pressure situations.
- Supported dental procedures, ensuring efficient operation and patient satisfaction.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
Dental Assistant
South Park Pediatric Dentistry
Charlotte, NC
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- 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.
- 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.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
Dental Assistant / Front Desk
Young and Polite Children’s Dentistry
Waxhaw, NC
09.2022 - 03.2023
- 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 control.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Education
Dental Hygiene
York Technical College
Rock Hill, SCDental Assistant -
Charlotte Dental Assistant School
Charlotte, NC11.2022
Skills
- Dental radiography
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Equipment sterilization
- Treatment room setup
- Sterilization techniques
- Appointment scheduling
- Team collaboration
- Patient scheduling
- Cross-training capabilities
- Restorative procedures
- Inventory management
- Restorative dentistry
- Patient care coordination
- Clinical support
- Pediatric dental care
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Young and Polite Children’s Dentistry
10.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant
South Park Pediatric Dentistry
05.2023 - 10.2023
Dental Assistant / Front Desk
Young and Polite Children’s Dentistry
09.2022 - 03.2023
Dental Hygiene
York Technical College
Dental Assistant -
Charlotte Dental Assistant School