Denise Nelson
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Registered Dental Assistant with experience 4- hand dentistry, charting patient records, sterilizing tools and preparing medical trays. Proficient in taking X-rays and offering complete knowledge of dental terminology.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Implant Hygiene Assistant/Sterilization Tech
4m Dental Implant Center
01.2026 - 06.2026
- Facilitated removal and replacement of all on X and all on bar prostheses.
- Sterilized dental instruments and maintained cleanliness of treatment areas.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-procedure care.
- Documented patient interactions and maintained accurate records in electronic systems.
- Participated in continuous training to stay updated on best practices in dental hygiene.
- Implemented improvements in sterilization processes, contributing to enhanced safety standards.
- Managed hygienist schedules with calendaring software to maintain steady patient flow.
- Prepared procedure rooms and tray setups for hygienists and doctors before starting dental procedures.
- Reviewed patient charts upon arrival and prepared procedure room based on unique customer needs.
- Assisted in taking diagnostic x-rays of patients, ensuring the highest level of safety and accuracy.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with dental anxieties, fostering trust and easing tensions during appointments.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
Registered Dental Assistant
Artsci
01.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted with new patient intake, including medical history review and preparation for dental exams.
- Assisted with patient preparation and comfort during dental procedures.
- Performed intraoral exams and imaging, including operation of digital X-ray and CT (CBCT) machines.
- Sterilized instruments and maintained cleanliness of treatment areas.
- Supported dentists in executing various dental treatments and procedures.
- Managed patient records and scheduled appointments efficiently.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Maintained a positive attitude under pressure while multitasking in a fast-paced clinical setting, leading to a more pleasant experience for both staff and patients alike.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene habits, fostering long-term dental health improvement.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment.
- Enhanced dentist efficiency by preparing examination rooms and sterilizing instruments before appointments.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols, contributing to a safe and clean work environment.
- Supported dentists during the administration of local anesthesia, ensuring patient comfort throughout the process.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
Front Desk Dental Assistant
Nikaeen Orthodontics
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Greeted and assisted patients, ensuring a welcoming environment in a fast-paced dental office.
- Managed appointment scheduling using electronic health record systems for streamlined operations.
- Prepared treatment areas by sterilizing instruments and maintaining cleanliness standards.
- Provided chairside assistance during procedures, ensuring efficiency and patient comfort.
- Supported front desk operations, including insurance verification and patient record management.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Efficiently managed multi-line phone system directing calls appropriately.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment for optimal workflow and patient comfort.
- Reduced no-shows by implementing reminder calls, resulting in increased daily appointments.
Dental Assistant In Service Training Office 300Hrs
Dental Assisting Program
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for procedures daily.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Accurately entered patient clinical data into computer to update charts.
Education
Certificate of Achievement - Dental Assisting
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA06.2023
Pending - Anthropology & Biochemistry
University of California - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Coronal Polishing
- Tray Preparation
- Cast Mounting
- Infection Control Policies
- Sealant Application
- Taking X-Rays/ Development
- Temporary Restorations
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Coronal Polishing
- Pit and Fissure Sealants
- Ultrasonic Scaling
- Orthodontic Assistant
- X-ray
- Registered Dental Assisting
Occupational Skills Certificates
- Infection Control approved by Dental Board
- Dental Practice Act approved by Dental Board
- Radiation Safety approved by Dental Board
Timeline
Implant Hygiene Assistant/Sterilization Tech
4m Dental Implant Center
01.2026 - 06.2026
Registered Dental Assistant
Artsci
01.2025 - 12.2025
Front Desk Dental Assistant
Nikaeen Orthodontics
01.2024 - 09.2024
Dental Assistant In Service Training Office 300Hrs
Dental Assisting Program
01.2023 - 08.2023
Certificate of Achievement - Dental Assisting
Pasadena City College
Pending - Anthropology & Biochemistry
University of California - Los Angeles