Carrie Armando
Seven Fields,PA
Summary
Detail-oriented Lead Dental Assistant skilled in digital impressions and 3D scanning technology. Known for effective communication and collaboration in fast-paced environments, contributing to seamless patient treatment plans and improved clinic workflow.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Dental Assistant
Atlas Dental Specialists
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2024 - Current
- Lead assistant to Dr. Mara Mangini, DMD in restorative and orthodontic procedures
- Performed digital impressions and 3D scans using CEREC and iTero scanning technology
- Designed, stained and same-day CEREC crowns for CEREC crowns for restorative treatments
- Supported Invisalign consultations and treatment planning from initial scan through completion
- Educated patients on Invisalign procedures and treatment expectations
- Placed resin attachments and monitored patient progress throughout orthodontic treatment
- Captured clinical photographs and maintained accurate patient records
- Provide chairside assistance and ensured efficient patient flow in fast-paced dental practice
Lead Assistant
Dr. Bryan Boak DMD
South Side, PA
02.2014 - 04.2024
- Coordinated patient scheduling and managed appointment reminders to optimize clinic workflow.
- Developed and implemented efficient office procedures, reducing patient wait times and enhancing service quality.
- Trained new staff on administrative protocols, improving team performance and service delivery standards.
- Managed dental supply inventory, ensuring availability of necessary materials for seamless operations.
- Managed office lab
- Assisted doctor in all restorative procedures from restorations to endodontic treatments
- Fabricating and cementation of temporary crowns
- Performed clinical restorations for EFDA Boards
- Obtained X-Rays for all procedures, for example, diagnostic and verification
- Instrument sterilization, breaking down patient rooms
Education
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant - Restorative Dentistry
Greater Altoona Career And Technology Center
Altoona, PA05-2018
Dental Assistant - Dentistry
Western School of Health And Business
Monroeville, PA05-2000
Skills
- Appointment scheduling
- Patient charting
- Infection control proficiency
- Equipment sterilization
- Dental radiography
- Patient education and counseling
- Sealant application
- Prosthodontics experience
- Impression taking
- Orthodontic support
- Scheduling appointments
- Restorative procedures
Certification
- Certified X-Ray, DANB - 2000
- Certified CPR/AED, American Heart Association - 2025
- OSHA/HIPAA, State of PA - 2025
Timeline
Lead Dental Assistant
Atlas Dental Specialists
05.2024 - Current
Lead Assistant
Dr. Bryan Boak DMD
02.2014 - 04.2024
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant - Restorative Dentistry
Greater Altoona Career And Technology Center
Dental Assistant - Dentistry
Western School of Health And Business