Dedicated dental assistant with a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with patients and delivering exceptional support during dental procedures. Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience in various dental practices ensure a seamless and comfortable experience for patients. Adept at collaborating with diverse personality types and effectively communicating with both patients and staff to create a positive environment. Committed to enhancing patient care through a friendly demeanor and a focus on quality service.
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant
10 Months
Sage Dental | 08.2025 - Current
Assist orthodontists during patient treatment and procedures.
Take digital scans, photographs, and orthodontic records.
Educate patients on Invisalign treatment and appliance care.
Prepare treatment rooms and maintain sterilization protocols.
Schedule appointments and support clinical workflow.
Orthodontic Assistant
1 Year 5 Months
Towne Dental | 01.2025 - Current
Assist orthodontists during a variety of orthodontic procedures and treatments.
Take diagnostic records, including photographs, radiographs, and digital intraoral scans.
Educate patients on orthodontic appliances, aligners, retainers, and proper oral hygiene practices.
Prepare treatment rooms and ensure all instruments and materials are available for procedures.
Assist with placement and removal of orthodontic appliances and attachments.
Maintain sterilization and infection control protocols in compliance with OSHA standards.
Monitor patient flow and support efficient scheduling and treatment coordination.
Update patient records and assist with clinical charting and documentation.
Collaborate with the orthodontic team to provide high-quality patient care and ensure patient satisfaction.
General Dental Assistant
2 Years 10 Months
GoTu | 08.2023 - Current
Provide chairside assistance in general dentistry offices.
Prepare operatories and maintain infection control standards.
Take radiographs and assist with restorative and preventive procedures.
Adapt quickly to different office systems and clinical environments.
Support patient care and treatment coordination.
Dental Assistant
6 Months
Aspen Dental | 12.2022 - 06.2023
Assisted dentists during a variety of treatment procedures.
Took dental radiographs (X-rays) and intraoral images.
Prepared and broke down operatories before and after patient treatment.
Executed patient handoffs and monitored patient flow throughout the practice.
Maintained infection control protocols by sterilizing instruments and equipment.
Educated patients on oral hygiene techniques and preventive dental care.
Completed denture soft relines and fabricated temporary crowns.
Took high-quality impressions and bite registrations.
Performed digital intraoral scans.
Assisted with patient charting and clinical documentation.
Performed administrative and office support tasks as needed.
Collaborated with the dental team to ensure excellent patient care and satisfaction.
Hygiene Assistant
10 Months
Coast Dental | 12.2021 - 10.2022
Assisted dental hygienists during preventive and periodontal procedures.
Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms, and restocked supplies between patients.
Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic, and occlusal radiographs for review by the dentist.
Prepared treatment plans and reviewed them with patients.
Educated patients on proper oral hygiene and preventive care.
Maintained infection control and sterilization standards in accordance with OSHA guidelines.
Assisted with patient charting and clinical documentation.
Helped ensure efficient patient flow and a positive patient experience.
Dental Assistant Student Intern
1 Month
Winter Garden Dental Smiles | 07.2021 - 08.2021
Shadowed staff and learned advanced work.
Completed thorough research into different topics and prepared reports detailing information obtained and relevant insights.
Helped staff members with writing correspondence, restocking supplies and other administrative needs.
Worked well in team environment as well as independently.
Dental Assistant
1 Year 2 Months
Orthodontics City | 07.2018 - 09.2019
Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient’s treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
Sterilized tools, exam chair, trays and surfaces for clean and safe dental office.
Assisted dentist with completing procedures.
Education
Associate of Arts
Valencia College | Orlando, FL
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies, Minor in Natural & Applied Sciences, Pre-Dental Track
Florida International University (FIU)
Doctor of Dental Medicine
Universidad Católica Santiago De Guayaquil | Guayaquil, Ecuador
Studies up to second year of Dentistry.
Dental Assistant
Dental Assistant Pioneer Academy (DAPA) | Orlando, FL | 09-2021
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)
Skills
Exam room setups
Disinfecting rooms and equipment
Patient schedule management
Taking X-rays
LANGUAGES
Spanish: Native/Bilingual
English: Professional
OTHER EXPERIENCE
SALES ASSOCIATE
Royale genius heating element | Orlando, FL | June 2021 - September 2021
Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application.
Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
Built trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
RETAIL SALES ASSOCIATE
New Balance Athletic Shoe | Orlando, FL | December 2020 - June 2021
Helped customers by answering questions and locating merchandise.
Restocked shelves, racks and bins with latest merchandise and changed signage to promote special items.
Calculated pricing, applied discounts and collected payments to process transactions.
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant
Sage Dental
08.2025 - CurrentRead More
Orthodontic Assistant
Towne Dental
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
General Dental Assistant
GoTu
08.2023 - CurrentRead More
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental
12.2022 - 06.2023Read More
Hygiene Assistant
Coast Dental
12.2021 - 10.2022Read More
Dental Assistant Student Intern
Winter Garden Dental Smiles
07.2021 - 08.2021Read More
Dental Assistant
Orthodontics City
07.2018 - 09.2019Read More
Dental Assistant Pioneer Academy (DAPA)
Dental Assistant
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Universidad Católica Santiago De Guayaquil
Doctor of Dental Medicine
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Florida International University (FIU)
Bachelor of Arts from Interdisciplinary Studies, Minor in Natural & Applied Sciences, Pre-Dental Track