Christopher Ballow
Flower Mound,TX
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
Ideal Dental & Orthodontics
Denton, TX
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Observed root canals and fillings. Utilized nitric oxide and numbing injections prior to root canals and fillings.
- Observed root canal procedures which involved the cleaning out process of the bone prior to the filling.
- Witnessed removing infection and applying medication to ensure no further damage to the tooth.
- Watched as the dentist filled the chamber that once hosted the infected pulp with a new root filler
- Viewed the advanced technology that provided the dentist a 3D model of the patient's teeth on a portable TV screen for reference and crown moldings.
- Witnessed plan of care treatment and helped build treatment options for individual patients.
- Interacted with patients during dental visits.
Lifeguard
Flower Mound Community Activity Center
Flower Mound, TX
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Responsible for time management and developed training schedule for new trainees into the system.
Intern
Complete Smiles Dental
220 S Denton Tap Rd #103, Coppell, TX 75019
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Worked alongside Dr. Couch through his patient care process and the science behind various dental procedures.
- Built and created my own retainer and observed the step by step process in customizing an overnight retainer.
- Played an integral part of the preparation and deep cleaning process - sanitizing and sterilizing the instruments used during patient dental care.
Program Assistant
Camp Sweeney
Gainesville, TX
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Worked alongside medical staff of physicians, residents, and medical students to care for campers.
- Observed/ supervised hundreds of blood tests, administered insulin injections, and provided treatment for low and high blood sugars.
- Observed in counting caloric intake per meal for the campers with plating meals ensuring proper macronutrient distribution.
- Addressed protocols involved in a camper emergency situations such as a hypoglycemic event.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
The University of Oklahoma
Norman05.2024
Timeline
Intern
Ideal Dental & Orthodontics
06.2023 - 08.2023
Lifeguard
Flower Mound Community Activity Center
05.2023 - 08.2023
Intern
Complete Smiles Dental
06.2022 - 08.2022
Program Assistant
Camp Sweeney
05.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
The University of Oklahoma