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Chelsea Frauenberger

Tulsa

Summary

Dedicated Pediatric Dental Assistant with a proven track record at Lumio Dental, skilled in dental radiography and strong communication. Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective education on oral health and streamlined office operations, resulting in increased referrals. Committed to maintaining a sterile environment while fostering a comforting atmosphere for young patients. I have my degree in respiratory therapy and am highly trained in "in-office" pediatric dental sedation.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Pediatric Dental Assistant

Lumio Dental
Tulsa, OK
07.2018 - Current
  • Educated parents on preventative measures such as proper brushing techniques, flossing habits, and nutritional choices that contribute positively to their child''s oral health.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment in the treatment rooms, adhering to stringent sterilization protocols.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing educational materials and addressing their concerns regarding dental procedures.
  • Contributed to practice growth by delivering exceptional customer service, resulting in increased patient satisfaction and referrals.
  • Collaborated with dental team members for seamless coordination of care for pediatric patients.
  • Prepared treatment rooms efficiently before each procedure, setting up instruments and equipment as needed.
  • Assisted dentists during procedures, effectively anticipating needs and reducing treatment times.
  • Facilitated better communication between parents and providers through clear explanations of dental treatment plans and procedures.
  • Optimized patient flow in the dental office by coordinating with front desk staff, dental hygienists, and dentists for seamless transitions between appointments.
  • Built rapport with young patients by engaging them in age-appropriate conversation during visits to alleviate anxiety or fear surrounding dental appointments.
  • Enhanced office efficiency by maintaining accurate patient records and scheduling appointments according to dentist availability.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
  • Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
  • Verified patient insurance eligibility and benefits.
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.

Dental Assistant

Dental Arts of Catoosa
Catoosa, OK
09.2017 - 06.2018
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
  • Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
  • Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
  • Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.

Pediatric Dental Assistant

Kids Dental - Dr. Sean Costello
Tulsa, OK
03.2017 - 09.2017
  • Educated parents on preventative measures such as proper brushing techniques, flossing habits, and nutritional choices that contribute positively to their child''s oral health.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment in the treatment rooms, adhering to stringent sterilization protocols.
  • Collaborated with dental team members for seamless coordination of care for pediatric patients.
  • Optimized patient flow in the dental office by coordinating with front desk staff, dental hygienists, and dentists for seamless transitions between appointments.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
  • Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
  • Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.

Pediatric Dental Assistant

Pediatric Dental Group
Tulsa, OK
04.2015 - 11.2016
  • Educated parents on preventative measures such as proper brushing techniques, flossing habits, and nutritional choices that contribute positively to their child''s oral health.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment in the treatment rooms, adhering to stringent sterilization protocols.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
  • Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
  • Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.

Dental Assistant

Mark Massaro DDS
Tulsa, OK
09.2014 - 04.2015
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.

Dental Assistant

Cherokee Nation Vinita Health Center
Vinita, OK
02.2013 - 09.2014
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
  • Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
  • Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
  • Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care

Tulsa Community College
Tulsa, OK
05-2019

Skills

  • Strong communication skills
  • Insurance claims processing
  • Dental radiography proficiency
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Expanded functions: radiology, coronal polishing, and sealants
  • can speak a moderate amount of spanish

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Pediatric Dental Assistant

Lumio Dental
07.2018 - Current

Dental Assistant

Dental Arts of Catoosa
09.2017 - 06.2018

Pediatric Dental Assistant

Kids Dental - Dr. Sean Costello
03.2017 - 09.2017

Pediatric Dental Assistant

Pediatric Dental Group
04.2015 - 11.2016

Dental Assistant

Mark Massaro DDS
09.2014 - 04.2015

Dental Assistant

Cherokee Nation Vinita Health Center
02.2013 - 09.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Care

Tulsa Community College

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