David Aguilar
Whittier,CA
Summary
Dedicated Dental Assistant with a proven track record at San Remo Dental, excelling in patient care and dental procedure efficiency. Mastered dental radiography and equipment sterilization, enhancing patient safety and satisfaction. Demonstrated exceptional teamwork and professionalism, significantly improving treatment outcomes and office productivity. Expert in managing dental supply inventory, ensuring optimal resource use.
Dental professional with solid foundation in dental assisting, skilled in supporting dental procedures and patient care. Proven ability to adapt to dynamic work environments and collaborate effectively with dental teams. Known for attention to detail and excellent communication skills, fostering positive experience for patients and colleagues.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
San Remo Dental
10.2020 - 01.2025
- 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.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- 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.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- 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.
Education
No Degree - Dental Assistant
UEI College
West Covina07-2020
High School Diploma -
Pioneer High School
Whittier, CA06-2019
Skills
- Dental impressions
- Dental radiography
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Equipment sterilization
- Treatment room setup
- Sterilization techniques
- Impression taking skills
- Treatment room breakdown
- Oral hygiene education
- Patient education
- Sanitation protocols
- Electronic charting
- Patient services
- Teeth cleaning assistance
- First aid training
- Oral surgery assistance
- X-ray processing
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Team collaboration
- Instrument sterilization techniques
- Patient scheduling
- Cross-training capabilities
- Infection control proficiency
Accomplishments
- Improved patient education by working with dentists to create patient education program covering general dental hygiene and post-surgical care.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Certification
- Sealant Application Certificate - California Department of Health or California Dental Association.
- CPR/AED Certification
- HIPPA Certificate 5/2020
- OSHA Certified
- Coronal Polishing Certificate - California Department of Health or California Dental Association.
Languages
Spanish
English
Timeline
Dental Assistant
San Remo Dental
10.2020 - 01.2025
No Degree - Dental Assistant
UEI College
High School Diploma -
Pioneer High School
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