CLAUDIA LOPEZ GARCIA
Rochester
Summary
Foreign trained dentist from Cuba with more than 11 years of experience in clinical dentistry and dental patient care in Cuba, Colombia, Venezuela, and the United States. Skilled in restorative dentistry, preventive dentistry, oral surgery assistance, dental laboratory procedures, digital radiography, and CAD/CAM dentistry. Currently working as a Dental Assistant in Rochester, New York while pursuing advanced dental education in the United States.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
General Dentist
San Felipe Dental Clinic
Bogota, Colombia
- Preventive and restorative dental care, treatment planning, and patient education.
General Dentist
Pastora Clinic (Cuban Medical Mission)
Venezuela
- Preventive, restorative, and emergency dental care for underserved populations.
General Dentist & Student Trainer
Abel Santamaria Clinic
Havana, Cuba
- Managed a patient population of more than 2,000 and supervised dental interns.
Dental Assistant
Wilson Dental
Rochester, NY
01.2019
- Assisted orthodontic and pediatric dental procedures.
Dental Assistant & Front Desk Support
Mondovi Dental
Rochester, NY
01.2023 - Current
- Chairside assistance for restorative, surgical, and implant procedures.
Dental Assistant
Greece Family Dentistry & Implantology
Rochester, NY
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted implants, oral surgery, crowns, and impressions.
Dental Assistant
Flower City Dental
Rochester, NY
01.2019 - 01.2022
- CAD/CAM crown design, radiography, impressions, and sterilization.
Education
Doctor of Stomatology (DDS equivalent) - undefined
University of Medical Sciences Raul Gonzalez Sanchez
Havana, Cuba01.2014
Skills
- Executed composite restorations to enhance aesthetic appeal and restore dental function
- Implemented preventive dentistry practices to enhance patient oral health
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans to address patient needs and enhance recovery outcomes
- Assisted in the placement of temporary crowns for patients Supported dental teams in ensuring patient comfort during procedures Maintained a clean and organized workspace to facilitate efficient operations
- Executed digital radiography procedures to enhance diagnostic accuracy
- Assisted in CAD/CAM processes for dental restorations Supported dental teams in creating precise digital models Contributed to efficient workflow in dental practices
- Facilitated oral surgery procedures by providing direct assistance to the surgical team
- Assisted in maintaining infection control protocols to promote a safe environment Supported staff training on hygiene practices to reduce infection risks Aided in monitoring compliance with health regulations to ensure safety standards are met
Languages
Spanish
English
Licensure Examinations
- Integrated National Board Dental Examination (INBDE), Passed, 2023-01-01
- Basic Life Support (CPR) Certification, Certified, 2024-01-01
International Clinical Experience
- General Dentist, San Felipe Dental Clinic, Bogota, Colombia, Preventive and restorative dental care, treatment planning, and patient education.
- General Dentist, Pastora Clinic (Cuban Medical Mission), Venezuela, Preventive, restorative, and emergency dental care for underserved populations.
- General Dentist & Student Trainer, Abel Santamaria Clinic, Havana, Cuba, Managed a patient population of more than 2,000 and supervised dental interns.
Us Dental Experience
- Dental Assistant & Front Desk Support, Mondovi Dental, Rochester, NY, 2023-01-01, Present, Chairside assistance for restorative, surgical, and implant procedures.
- Dental Assistant, Greece Family Dentistry & Implantology, Rochester, NY, 2022-01-01, 2023-01-01, Assisted implants, oral surgery, crowns, and impressions.
- Dental Assistant, Flower City Dental, Rochester, NY, 2019-01-01, 2022-01-01, CAD/CAM crown design, radiography, impressions, and sterilization.
- Dental Assistant, Wilson Dental, Rochester, NY, 2019-01-01, 2019-12-31, Assisted orthodontic and pediatric dental procedures.
Continuing Education
- Primescan (CEREC) Digital Dentistry Training, 2022-01-01
- OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens, 2022-01-01
- HIPAA Training, 2022-01-01
Personal Information
Title: Foreign Trained Dentist - Doctor of Stomatology
Timeline
Dental Assistant & Front Desk Support
Mondovi Dental
01.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant
Greece Family Dentistry & Implantology
01.2022 - 01.2023
Dental Assistant
Wilson Dental
01.2019
Dental Assistant
Flower City Dental
01.2019 - 01.2022
General Dentist
San Felipe Dental Clinic
General Dentist
Pastora Clinic (Cuban Medical Mission)
General Dentist & Student Trainer
Abel Santamaria Clinic
Doctor of Stomatology (DDS equivalent) - undefined
University of Medical Sciences Raul Gonzalez Sanchez