Cecilia Villanueva Hernandez
Palmdale,CA
Summary
Friendly dental assistant with several years of success building strong relationships with patients and providing quality support during dental procedures. Knowledgeable and experienced in dental procedures. Works well with all personality types when interacting with patients and staff.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Dental Assistant /Certified Orthodontic Assistant
Calidental
Lancaster, CA
09.2023 - Current
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Provided chairside assistance to dentists during dental procedures.
- Tracked inventory levels of dental materials, tools, and equipment to ensure sufficient stock was always available.
Dental Assistant /Certified Orthodontic Assistant
West Lancaster Dental Group
Lancaster, CA
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Organized documents related to patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Assisted orthodontists with patient examinations and treatment planning.
- Kept track of treatment information in patient records.
- Instructed patients on how to properly use orthodontic appliances such as headgear or elastics.
Dental Assistant
Smile Dental Group
Palmdale, CA
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
- Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
- Assisted orthodontist in clinical activities such as taking impressions, fitting bands, and placing arch wires.
- Prepared and polished patients' teeth before having braces installed.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene strategies related to orthodontic care.
Education
Orthodontic Assistant
The Valley School For Dental Assisting
Encino, CA09-2024
Dental Assisting
Antelope Valley Career Technical Education Dental
05-2022
Skills
- Indirect Patient Care
- Oral Surgery
- Periodontics
- Patient Counseling
- Prophylaxis
- Radiography
- Endodontic Procedures
- Orthodontic assisting
Timeline
Lead Dental Assistant /Certified Orthodontic Assistant
Calidental
09.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant /Certified Orthodontic Assistant
West Lancaster Dental Group
04.2023 - 09.2023
Dental Assistant
Smile Dental Group
06.2022 - 05.2023
Orthodontic Assistant
The Valley School For Dental Assisting
Dental Assisting
Antelope Valley Career Technical Education Dental
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