Bruno Silva
Naugatuck
Summary
Motivated pre-dental student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Allied Health Sciences at the University of Connecticut with over 250 hours of clinical dental experience and extensive exposure to multiple dental specialties. Skilled in chairside assisting, radiographic imaging, infection control, and patient communication within fast-paced clinical environments. Passionate about providing compassionate patient care and committed to pursuing a career in dentistry through continued clinical experience, leadership, and lifelong learning.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
- Accumulated 250+ hours of dental shadowing experience across multiple specialties
- Observed procedures and patient care in General Dentistry, Orthodontics, Oral Surgery, Endodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, and Periodontics
- Gained exposure to treatment planning, interdisciplinary collaboration, patient communication, and clinical workflow
Dental Assistant
All About Kids Pediatric Dentistry
Danbury, CT
07.2024 - Current
- Provide chairside assistance during restorative, preventive, and pediatric dental procedures
- Take and process digital radiographs including bitewing, panoramic, periapical, and occlusal X-rays
- Maintain sterilization and infection control procedures in compliance with OSHA standards
- Educate patients and parents on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care
- Prepare dental materials, instruments, and treatment rooms for clinical procedures
- Record patient medical histories, vital signs, and treatment notes using dental software systems
- Support efficient patient flow through appointment scheduling and communication
- Collaborate with dentists and clinical staff to create a positive and comfortable patient experience
Education
Bachelor of Science - Allied Health Sciences
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT12-2026
Skills
- Chairside Assisting
- Digital Radiography
- Infection Control & Sterilization
- Patient Communication
- Treatment Room Preparation
- Dental Records Management
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
- Patient Education
- Dental impressions
- Dental radiography
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Equipment sterilization
Certification
- DANB X-Ray Certification — Connecticut
- CPR/BLS Certified
LANGUAGES
English — Native/Bilingual
Portuguese — Native/Bilingual
Spanish — Professional Proficiency
Timeline
Dental Assistant
All About Kids Pediatric Dentistry
07.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Allied Health Sciences
University of Connecticut