Overview
Work History
Education
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Christy Cagle

Decatur,TN

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Dental Assistant

Lakeview Dental Arts
03.2021 - Current
  • Verified proper operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions, and calling for repairs.
  • Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Scheduled appointments, prepared bills and received payment for dental services by completing insurance forms, verifying insurance information, and maintaining records.
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
  • Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, [Type], casts and impressions.
  • Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
  • Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
  • Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Used Eagle Soft to document and maintain patient information and health background.
  • 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 rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
  • Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
  • Well versed in all things Primescan, Omniacam such as scanning, designing and milling for crowns, bridges and implant crowns.

Dental Assistant

Dr. Adam Whol DDS
07.2017 - 03.2020
  • Completed tooth impressions to support creation of accurate dental work to correct problems such as missing teeth.Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse.Administered desensitizing agents by applying numbing gel to prepare patients for anesthetic injections.Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.Assisted dentists, hygienists and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges and other dental prosthetics.Educated patients on postoperative care, including how to protect dental work and boost healing.Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.Managed office schedules and calendars to coordinate administrative planning and execution.Provided diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies.Used Software to document and maintain patient information and health background.Prepared and arranged instruments, medications and required materials, including cement, composites and impression materials.Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions.Documented patients' dental health information, medical history and vital signs.Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.Verified proper operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions and calling for repairs.Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.Performed general chair-side duties to assist with various procedures, including general, endo and oral surgery.

Dental Assistant

Dr. J Larry Brewer
10.2010 - 07.2017
  • Completed tooth impressions to support creation of accurate dental work to correct problems such as missing teeth.Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse.Administered desensitizing agents by applying numbing gel to prepare patients for anesthetic injections.Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.Assisted dentists, hygienists and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges and other dental prosthetics.Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.Educated patients on postoperative care, including how to protect dental work and boost healing.Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.Managed office schedules and calendars to coordinate administrative planning and execution.Prepared and arranged instruments, medications and required materials, including cement, composites and impression materials.Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions.Documented patients' dental health information, medical history and vital signs.Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.Verified proper operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions and calling for repairs.Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.Prepared bitewing, panoramic and periapical radiological images, allowing dentist to spot cavities, decay and problem areas needing treatment.Performed general chair-side duties to assist with various procedures, including general, endo and oral surgery.

Dental Assistant

Dr. Martin Whilhelm
06.2009 - 10.2010
  • Completed tooth impressions to support creation of accurate dental work to correct problems such as missing teeth.Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse.Administered desensitizing agents by applying numbing gel to prepare patients for anesthetic injections.Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.Assisted dentists, hygienists and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges and other dental prosthetics.Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.Educated patients on postoperative care, including how to protect dental work and boost healing.Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.Managed office schedules and calendars to coordinate administrative planning and execution.Prepared and arranged instruments, medications and required materials, including cement, composites and impression materials.Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions.Documented patients' dental health information, medical history and vital signs.Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.Verified proper operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions and calling for repairs.Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.Prepared bitewing, panoramic and periapical radiological images, allowing dentist to spot cavities, decay and problem areas needing treatment.Performed general chair-side duties to assist with various procedures, including general, endo and oral surgery.

Dental Assistant

Roane County Health Department
04.2006 - 06.2009
  • Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions.Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.Performed general chair-side duties to assist with various procedures, including general, endo and oral surgery.Managed office schedules and calendars to coordinate administrative planning and execution.Verified proper operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions and calling for repairs.Supported office efficiency by performing basic administrative duties, including answering phones, replying to emails and answering patient inquiries.Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.Kept work areas clean, sanitized and organized to minimize infection risk.Accurately entered patient clinical data into computer to update charts.Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.Prepared dental rooms and materials.Prepared and arranged instruments, medications and required materials, including cement, composites and impression materials.Scheduled appointments, prepared bills and received payment for dental services by completing insurance forms, verifying insurance information and maintaining records.

Dental Assistant

Dr. Thomas Stillwell DDS
03.2002 - 04.2006
  • Completed tooth impressions to support creation of accurate dental work to correct problems such as missing teeth.Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse.Administered desensitizing agents by applying numbing gel to prepare patients for anesthetic injections.Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges and other dental prosthetics.Taught patients successful strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque and protecting gums and tooth enamel from damage.Educated patients on postoperative care, including how to protect dental work and boost healing.Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.Prepared and arranged instruments, medications and required materials, including cement, composites and impression materials.Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions.Documented patients' dental health information, medical history and vital signs.Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.Verified proper operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions and calling for repairs.Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.Prepared bitewing, panoramic and periapical radiological images, allowing dentist to spot cavities, decay and problem areas needing treatment.Performed general chair-side duties to assist with various procedures, including general, endo and oral surgery.

Store Partner

Friedman'S Jewelers
10.1997 - 03.2002
  • Spoke with peers to verify task completion, enabling all deadlines and schedules to be met.Kept meticulous records of all correspondence with customers for future reference.Observed all corporate rules and regulations, including safety procedures.Managed corporate and LLC-based legal transactions, coordinating document flow and logistical preparation for complex transactional closings.Provided outstanding service to all individuals, promoting effective and lasting business relationships.Promoted new business and expanded firm's professional network through attendance and participation in community, government and industry events.Oversaw firm's day-to-day administrative operations, provided guidance to support staff and enforced compliance with state, federal and local regulations across organization.Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.Addressed employee concerns regarding demotion and termination.

Education

Nitrous Monitoring -

Ed-Online

Cornal Polishing - undefined

ED-Online

RDA - undefined

Doris Easter Dental Assistant Course

GED - undefined

Midway High School

Sealant Placement

Competive Edge Dental Assisting Academy
Kingston, TN
06.2021

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Full Mouth Radiographs
  • Team collaboration
  • Electronic Charting
  • Equipment sterilization
  • Dental impression specialist
  • Oral surgery
  • Dental office administration
  • Local anesthetic proficiency
  • Dental radiography
  • Data Confidentiality Measures
  • Patient Relations
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Dental Staff Assistance
  • Infection Control Proficiency
  • Patient Data Gathering
  • Patient Intake Procedures
  • Strong Manual Dexterity
  • Treatment Room Cleanup

Timeline

Lead Dental Assistant

Lakeview Dental Arts
03.2021 - Current

Dental Assistant

Dr. Adam Whol DDS
07.2017 - 03.2020

Dental Assistant

Dr. J Larry Brewer
10.2010 - 07.2017

Dental Assistant

Dr. Martin Whilhelm
06.2009 - 10.2010

Dental Assistant

Roane County Health Department
04.2006 - 06.2009

Dental Assistant

Dr. Thomas Stillwell DDS
03.2002 - 04.2006

Store Partner

Friedman'S Jewelers
10.1997 - 03.2002

Nitrous Monitoring -

Ed-Online

Cornal Polishing - undefined

ED-Online

RDA - undefined

Doris Easter Dental Assistant Course

GED - undefined

Midway High School

Sealant Placement

Competive Edge Dental Assisting Academy
Christy Cagle