CHRISTIE BUTLER
Goodyear
Summary
Experienced Dental Assistant/ Hygienist skilled in digital radiography, local anesthesia administration, and patient comfort with a strong background in orthodontics and pediatric dentistry. Proven ability to efficiently manage appointments and insurance verification while delivering exceptional patient care. Ready to leverage expertise in a dynamic dental practice and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Hygienist/Assistant
Pediatric Dental Associates and Orthodontics
Hoover
07.2020 - 02.2026
- Developed x-rays utilizing digital radiography equipment and performed intraoral photography as needed.
- Administered local anesthesia under direction of dentist. Certified in injections for administering local anesthesia.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, verifying insurance coverage, and collecting payments.
- Kept accurate records of patient visits using electronic health records software programs.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills while interacting with patients and other healthcare professionals.
Dental Assistant/Ortho Assistant
Mccalla Orthodontics and Pediatric Denistry
McCalla
08.2013 - 08.2016
- Assisted Dentists in delivering quality dental care, taking and developing x-rays, charting teeth, preparing materials, and cleaning instruments for efficient treatment.
- Performed chairside duties, including suctioning, handing instruments, mixing materials, and applying topical anesthetics to support patient comfort and care.
- Facilitated the dental diagnostic process by taking digital X-rays. and intraoral photographs.
Orthodontic Assistant
Dr. Thacker Orthodontics
Bessemer
03.2012 - 08.2013
- Assisted orthodontist with fitting braces, adjusting wires, and taking impressions to ensure effective treatment outcomes.
- Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and delivery quality of care to patients.
- Instructed patients on proper use of removable appliances like retainers to enhance teeth alignment correction.
Education
ALABAMA DENTAL HYGIENE PROGRAM - DENTAL HYGIENE
Board of Dental Examiners of Alabama
BirminghamDENTAL ASSISTANT -
Mccalla Orthodontics and Pediatric Denistry
McCalla, ALORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT -
Dr. Thacker Orthodontics
Bessemer, ALSkills
- Fluoride treatment
- Local anesthesia administration
- Dental charting
- Teeth scaling
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Instrument sterilization
- Patient care
- Patient comfort
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving
- Adaptable learning
- Team collaboration
Certification
Infiltration Anesthesia for Dental Hygiene
Timeline
Dental Hygienist/Assistant
Pediatric Dental Associates and Orthodontics
07.2020 - 02.2026
Dental Assistant/Ortho Assistant
Mccalla Orthodontics and Pediatric Denistry
08.2013 - 08.2016
Orthodontic Assistant
Dr. Thacker Orthodontics
03.2012 - 08.2013
ALABAMA DENTAL HYGIENE PROGRAM - DENTAL HYGIENE
Board of Dental Examiners of Alabama
DENTAL ASSISTANT -
Mccalla Orthodontics and Pediatric Denistry
ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT -
Dr. Thacker Orthodontics