Foreign-trained dentist with over ten years of experience, currently pursuing a Doctor of Dental Medicine Advanced Standing at UIC. Committed to continuous dental education, and eager to join a practice that prioritizes professional growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Dental Assistant
Chicago Dental Boutique
Chicago, IL
02.2018 - 12.2023
Assisted the doctor in multiple dental procedures, including surgical, endodontic, and prosthodontic.
Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-operative home care.
Trained staff members in providing patient care, taking X-rays, and four-handed dentistry.
Dental Assistant
Sanders, Joel DDS
Chicago, IL
09.2019 - 11.2020
Expedited sterilization and disinfection of instruments, set up trays and materials and took digital X-rays.
Performed office, clinical, and laboratory duties as needed.
General Dentist
Policlinico Julian Grimau
Havana, Cuba
09.2012 - 03.2015
Examined the oral cavity of patients of all ages to identify and diagnose dental pathologies.
Performed restorative, surgical, and endodontic treatments to over 15 patients daily.
Triaged dental emergencies with appropriate treatment.
Educated patients on proper oral hygiene to promote oral health and disease prevention.
Actively participated in dental health programs to educate the community about preventing and treating oral pathologies.
Education
Doctor of Dental Medicine -
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL
05-2026
Observation Program in Prosthodontics for Foreign-trained Dentists - Advanced Prosthodontics
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio, OH
Dental Assistant -
Chicago Career College Dental Assistant Academy
Chicago, IL
12.2017
Doctor of Stomatology -
Facultad De Estomatologia Raul Gonzalez Sanchez
Havana, Cuba
Skills
Open Dental/Eaglesoft/Curve Hero
Emergency dental care
Preventive care
Periodontal treatment
Restorative dentistry
Endodontic therapy
Case presentation
Prosthodontics
Oral surgery
Comprehensive diagnosis
Nitrous oxide sedation
Pediatric dentistry
Special needs dentistry
Certification
Dental Assistant (2017) Pit and Fissure Sealants (2018) Coronal Polishing (2018) CPR (Up-to-date) Portability and Accountability Act, including Privacy and Security Standards (HIPAA) (Up-to-date) OSHA (Up-to-date)