Carmen Almonte

Dental Assistant
Methuen, MA
Kangaroo Smiles Pediatric Dentistry/Nov 2021 to Current

• Took x-rays of patients teeth
• Prepare work area for treatments and procedures
• Handed instruments to dentist during procedures
• Instructed patients about appropriate oral hygiene
• Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures
• Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each
• patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
• Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
• Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
• Performing daily , weekly maintenance of dental equipment.
• Documented patients medical updates
  Assisted orthodontics with procedures
  Restock supply
• General anesthesia

Dental Assistant
Haverhill, MA
Haverhill Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics/ Jun 2020 to Jun 2021

• Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
• Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
• Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
• Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene.
• Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.
• Assisted dentist during examinations and treatments.
• Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
• Documented patient records with procedures performed.
  Provided chair-side assistance
• Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each
• patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
  Performed Dental Hygiene cleanings