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Brenda Cruz

Dental Assistant
550 S 47TH ST Richmond,CA

Summary

Reliable Dental Assistant with strong organizational skills and experience in pediatric and general dentistry. Knowledgeable in dental procedures, terminology, and sterilization. Committed to creating a positive environment and delivering excellent patient care.

Overview

7
7
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Dental Assistant Extern

La Clinica De La Raza
03.2026 - Current
  • Deliver child-friendly chairside assistance, helping reduce patient anxiety and improve cooperation
  • Assist dentists with general procedures using 4-handed dentistry techniques
  • Educate patients and families on oral hygiene and post-treatment care
  • Maintain strict infection control and sterilization protocols in compliance with OSHA standards
  • Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for procedures

Dental Assistant Extern

Lifelong Medical Care Dental
01.2026 - 03.2026
  • Assisted with dental exams, vital signs, and radiographs (X-rays)
  • Recorded and updated patient charts with accuracy and attention to detail
  • Supported clinical workflow in a fast-paced environment while maintaining patient comfort
  • Provided oral hygiene education to patients and parents
  • Ensured proper sterilization and organization of instruments and operatories

Education

Associate of Science - Dental Assisting

Diablo Valley College
Pleasant Hill, CA
05.2001 -

Certificate of Achievement - Dental Assisting

Diablo Valley College
Pleasant Hill, CA
05.2001 -

Associate of Arts - Math And Science

Contra Costa College
San Pablo, CA
05.2001 -

Skills

  • Sterilization and infection control
  • Learning attitude
  • Reliability
  • Pediatric dentistry aptitude
  • Oral hygiene education for patients and parents
  • Time management
  • Dental X-rays and impressions
  • Bilingual

Certification

First AID, CPR

Timeline

RDA - Registered Dental Assistant

05-2026

CDA- Certified Dental Assistant

05-2026

Dental Assistant Extern

La Clinica De La Raza
03.2026 - Current

Dental Assistant Extern

Lifelong Medical Care Dental
01.2026 - 03.2026

Associate of Science - Dental Assisting

Diablo Valley College
05.2001 -

Certificate of Achievement - Dental Assisting

Diablo Valley College
05.2001 -

Associate of Arts - Math And Science

Contra Costa College
05.2001 -
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