Delvina Vokshi Berisha
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Highly-motivated foreign trained dentist and registered dental hygienist with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist - Part Time
Smart Arches Dental Implants
Jacksonville, FL
12.2024 - Current
- Use specialized cleaning equipment to remove plaque, tartar, and stains from hybrid dentures.
- Ensure that both the denture and the underlying implant components are free of debris and functional.
- Monitor the condition of hybrid dentures and report any wear or damage to the dentist.
- Educate patients on how to properly clean and maintain their hybrid dentures at home.
- Teach patients techniques for brushing their dentures, gums, and any remaining natural teeth.
- Discuss dietary recommendations and precautions to prevent damage to the dentures.
- Conduct routine oral assessments to identify any issues with the gums, tissues around the implants, and the overall condition of the dentures.
- Look for signs of inflammation, infection, or irritation around the implant sites.
- Take necessary diagnostic X-rays or other imaging as directed by the dentist to evaluate the implants.
- Perform routine maintenance checks on hybrid dentures, ensuring they remain securely attached to the implants.
- Assist the dentist in performing minor adjustments to the dentures or implants when necessary.
- Monitor the health of the supporting bone and tissues around implants, and refer the patient for further care if needed.
Dental Surgery Assistant
Britely Dentures and Implants
Greendale, WI
04.2024 - 11.2024
- Assisted during AO4 and AOX procedures under general anesthesia and under sedation.
- Assisted the dentist in preparing and providing surgical dental treatments, such complicated extractions, implants, and periodontal surgery.
- Set up instruments and equipment for surgical procedures according to established protocols.
- Provided post-operative instructions to patients regarding care of oral tissues and wound healing.
- Maintained accurate records of patient histories, treatments performed, medications administered.
- Greeted patients warmly upon arrival at office and provided them with comfort items like blankets or pillows.
- Collaborated with other members of healthcare team in order to provide quality care for patients undergoing surgery.
Dental Assistant
Forward Dental
Franklin, WI
05.2022 - 02.2024
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 10 procedures daily.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Assisted with laboratory procedures such as pouring models, trimming appliances, fabricating retainers.
- Assisted with the fitting and adjustment of orthodontic appliances. Also assisted with Invisalign treatments, placed the attachments, and followed the process with the doctor.
General Dentist
Dent Fix
Prishtina, Kosova
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan.
- Advised patients on appropriate treatment for pain and gave specific home care instructions.
- Reviewed patient health history and performed checkups to assess current issues.
- Performed root canal procedures to treat nerve and dental pulp issues and prevent further damage to teeth and gums.
- Recorded treatment information in patient charts.
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
- Filled cavities using composite and amalgam materials.
- Consulted with other dental professionals to deliver best patient care.
Education
Registered Dental Hygienist
South College
Knoxville, TN03-2023
Doctor of Dental Medicine - Dentistry
University Of Pristina "Hasan Prishtina"
Prishtina, Kosova03.2021
Skills
- Strong Manual Dexterity
- Dentrix Proficiency
- Four-handed procedures
- Sterilization techniques
- Taking X-Rays
- Team Collaboration
Certification
CPR - Certification
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist - Part Time
Smart Arches Dental Implants
12.2024 - Current
Dental Surgery Assistant
Britely Dentures and Implants
04.2024 - 11.2024
Dental Assistant
Forward Dental
05.2022 - 02.2024
General Dentist
Dent Fix
04.2021 - 04.2022
Registered Dental Hygienist
South College
Doctor of Dental Medicine - Dentistry
University Of Pristina "Hasan Prishtina"
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