Deborah Cawthon
Rancho Santa Margarita,CA
Summary
Empathetic Orthodontic Assistant with 17 years background working in the dental health industry. Skilled at making patients feel comfortable by providing thorough information regarding procedures. Warm and kind with exceptional written and verbal communication abilities. Understanding Orthodontic Assistant ready to bring excellent critical thinking and time management skills to an orthodontist's office in the Orange County area. Skilled in supplying orthodontist with tools and equipment and ensuring sterilization of all tools and equipment. Committed to guaranteeing a safe and comfortable patient environment. Competent and diligent with knowledge of all dental medical terminology.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant
Macdonald Orthodontics
Mesa, AZ
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Monitored progress of each case by tracking changes in tooth movement over time.
- Instructed patients on how to properly use orthodontic appliances such as headgear or elastics.
- Assisted orthodontist in clinical activities such as taking impressions, fitting bands, and placing arch wires.
- Provided chairside assistance by handing Orthodontists instruments during surgeries and procedures.
- Provided patient education regarding oral hygiene and post-treatment care instructions.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment after each use in accordance with safety protocols.
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Attached wiring for braces and advised patient on how to properly and gently brush and floss.
- Performed chairside duties including preparation of trays and passing instruments to the doctor during procedures.
- Greeted patients upon arrival in a friendly manner and ensured comfort throughout their visit.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
- Prepared and polished patients' teeth before having braces installed.
- Answered phones promptly and handled inquiries from potential clients professionally.
- Scheduled appointments for patients based on availability of doctors' time slots.
- Maintained sterilization of instruments according to OSHA standards.
- Created and fit dental appliances for patients. adjusting as necessary.
- Updated patient records with new data and treatment information.
- Cleaned and polished removable dentures, brackets, wires and other appliances.
- Maintained inventory of all materials used within the clinic setting.
- Made impressions of teeth for mouth guards and other oral fixtures.
- Documented patient records during procedures and added notes taken to treatment chart.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
Orthodontic Assistant
Nguyen family orthodontics
- Sterilized dental equipment using automatic washers to prevent cross contamination.
- Instructed patients on postoperative care to protect dental work and promote healing.
- Documented patient records during procedures and added notes taken to treatment chart.
- Assisted orthodontist in clinical activities such as taking impressions, fitting bands, and placing arch wires.
- Made impressions of teeth for mouth guards and other oral fixtures.
- Prepared and polished patients' teeth before having braces installed.
- Assisted dentist during examination by retracting patient's tongue and cheeks.
- Assisted with laboratory procedures such as pouring models, trimming appliances, fabricating retainers.
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
- Maintained sterilization of instruments according to OSHA standards.
- Scheduled appointments for patients based on availability of doctors' time slots.
- Cleaned and polished removable dentures, brackets, wires and other appliances.
- Performed chairside duties including preparation of trays and passing instruments to the doctor during procedures.
- Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
- Provided chairside assistance by handing Orthodontists instruments during surgeries and procedures.
- Attached wiring for braces and advised patient on how to properly and gently brush and floss.
- Instructed patients on how to properly use orthodontic appliances such as headgear or elastics.
- Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
- Created and fit dental appliances for patients. adjusting as necessary.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Education
12 in Dental Assisting -
Capistrano-Laguna Beach Rop
01.2007
High school diploma or GED -
Skills
- Organizational skills (10 years)
- Communication skills (10 years)
- Administrative experience
- Dental assisting
- Dentrix (10 years)
- Infection Control Training
- Chairside Assisting
- Eaglesoft
- Front Desk
- Retail Sales
- Clerical Experience
- HIPAA
- Vital Signs
- English
- Phone Etiquette
- Computer Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Patient monitoring
- Instrument Sterilization
- Tray Organization
- Emergency Treatment
- Orthodontic Photography
- Oral Surgery
- Infection Control
- Restorations
- Oral Evaluations
- Diagnostic X-Rays
- Sterilization Techniques
- Instrument Preparation
- Oral Impressions
- Patient Education
- Dental Impressions
- Chart Updating
- Data Entry
- X-Ray Processing
- Oral Hygiene Instruction
- Instrument Tray Preparation
- Equipment Sterilization
- Customer Service
- Oral Hygiene
- Treatment Room Breakdown
- Dental Radiography
- Advising and Educating Patients
- Patterson EagleSoft
- Patient Care Standards
- Preliminary Impressions
- Treatment Room Preparation
- Insurance Billing
- Exam Room Setups
- Disinfecting Rooms and Equipment
- Autoclave Operation
- Dentrix Proficiency
- Crown and Bridge Construction
- Taking X-Rays
- Supply Ordering
- Emergency Dental Care
- Postoperative Care Instructions
- Inventory Replenishment
- Insurance Verification
- Disinfection and Sterilization
- Sealant Application
- Fluoride Treatments
- Restorative Dentistry
- Henry Schein Dentrix
- Appointment Scheduling
- Restorative Procedures
Certification
- X-Ray Certification
- Registered Dental Assistant
- Certified Dental Assistant
- CPR Certification
- OSHA 30
Additional Information
I have all certifications
Work Authorization
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Assessments
Work style: Conscientiousness - Highly Proficient, 11/2021, Measures a candidate's tendency to be rule-abiding, well-organized, hard-working, confident, and think before acting., Highly Proficient
Languages
English, Fluent
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant
Macdonald Orthodontics
11.2022 - 01.2024
Orthodontic Assistant
Nguyen family orthodontics
12 in Dental Assisting -
Capistrano-Laguna Beach Rop
High school diploma or GED -
- X-Ray Certification
- Registered Dental Assistant
- Certified Dental Assistant
- CPR Certification
- OSHA 30
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