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Brenda Velazquez

Carson,CA

Summary

Professional dental assistant with strong foundation in patient care and dental procedures, with 27 plus years experience in direct patient care. Known for effective collaboration with dental teams and adaptability to changing clinic needs. Skilled in radiography, infection control, and patient education. Reliable and focused on achieving optimal results for both patients and practice.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Dental Assistant

Moonlight Dentistry
09.2021 - 02.2025
  • Set up examination room and dental trays in preparation for examinations and procedures.
  • Successfully assisted the dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Correctly mixed compounds for cleaning or filling teeth.
  • Alerted other staff when patients arrived and prepared records for dentist review.
  • Accurately recorded treatment information in patient records.
  • Assisted dentist in management of dental emergencies when necessary.
  • Educated patients about proper oral hygiene and plaque control procedures.
  • Worked closely with patients before, during and after dental procedures.
  • Competently prepared dental materials including cements, amalgams and composites.
  • Diligently cleaned instruments and work areas in accordance with sterilization and disinfectant protocol.
  • Maintained proper universal precautions and infection control procedures at all times.
  • Took impressions for retainers and appliances.
  • Developed and implemented individualized dental care plans for patients.
  • Regularly solicited patient feedback to improve customer comfort and satisfaction.
  • Quickly and thoroughly set up trays and sharpened instruments.
  • Maintained clear, organized dental records and reports.

Registered Dental Assistant

BAZOS DENTAL CORP.
10.2016 - 08.2021

Same tasks as on my previous employers.

Registered Dental Assistant

Michael M. Namba, D.D.S.
03.2014 - 09.2016

Same tasks as on my previous employers.

Registered Dental Assistant

Knolls Dental Group
07.1997 - 03.2014

Same tasks as on my previous employers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Carson High School
Carson, CA
1997

Skills

  • Coronal Polish
  • Pit and Fissure Sealants
  • X-rays expertise
  • Temporary crowns specialist
  • Alginate impression expertise
  • Core packing
  • Sterilization techniques knowledge
  • Dental materials knowledge
  • Certified in First Aid
  • Instrumentation knowledge
  • Patient education
  • Keeping patients comfortable
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Certification

  • RDA License Number (78030)
  • Dental X-Ray Assistant Certificate
  • Certificate of Radiation Safety Compliance
  • Pit and Fissure Sealants Certificate
  • Coronal Polishing Certificate
  • Infection Control Certificate
  • California Dental Practice Act Certificate

Timeline

Registered Dental Assistant

Moonlight Dentistry
09.2021 - 02.2025

Registered Dental Assistant

BAZOS DENTAL CORP.
10.2016 - 08.2021

Registered Dental Assistant

Michael M. Namba, D.D.S.
03.2014 - 09.2016

Registered Dental Assistant

Knolls Dental Group
07.1997 - 03.2014

High School Diploma -

Carson High School
  • RDA License Number (78030)
  • Dental X-Ray Assistant Certificate
  • Certificate of Radiation Safety Compliance
  • Pit and Fissure Sealants Certificate
  • Coronal Polishing Certificate
  • Infection Control Certificate
  • California Dental Practice Act Certificate
Brenda Velazquez