Diana Valdes Diaz
Rockville,MD
Summary
Experienced in various dental procedures and dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. Strong skill set in dental radiography and chairside assistance to effectively support dental teams. Deep understanding of maintaining sterilization protocols to ensure a safe and clean environment for patients. Ensures a smooth and comfortable experience.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Dental Center Of Aspen Hill
13975 Connecticut Ave,# 302,Silver Spring 20906
12.2023 - Current
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Updated patient records regularly after each appointment or procedure to ensure accurate documentation.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment.
- Reduced patient wait times by maintaining organized patient records and scheduling appointments effectively.
- Assisted dentists in performing complex procedures, resulting in successful treatment outcomes for patients.
- Conducted iTero scans with proficiency and assisted with Invisalign patients.
- Monitored and managed lab cases to ensure timely processing.
- Be an active part of the case acceptance process, contributing to office productivity.
- Promoted the office and its services to enhance brand awareness.
Registered Dental Assistant
Healthy Kids Dentistry
13975 Connecticut Ave,Silver Spring 20906
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Educated parents on preventative measures such as proper brushing techniques, flossing habits, and nutritional choices that contribute positively to their child''s oral health.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment in the treatment rooms, adhering to stringent sterilization protocols.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality chairside assistance during dental procedures.
- Utilized digital radiography equipment to capture high-quality diagnostic images, aiding in accurate diagnoses and treatment planning.
- Ensured optimal oral health for pediatric patients with thorough teeth cleaning and fluoride treatments.
General Dentist
Ministry of Public Health in Cuba.
Pinar del Rio, Cuba
01.2005 - 05.2023
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, empowering them to take control of their dental health and minimize the need for invasive treatments.
- Provided emergency dental care for urgent cases such as broken teeth or severe toothaches, ensuring patients received timely relief from pain and discomfort.
- Conducted various restorative procedures such as fillings, crowns, bridges, and root canals to improve patients'' oral function and appearance.
- Extracted teeth with dedication to pain management.
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
- Diagnosed and treated infections, mouth ulcers, and other problems with oral mucosa.
- Performed root canal procedures to treat nerve and dental pulp issues and prevent further damage to teeth and gums.
Education
Doctor - Stomatology
Institute of Medical Sciences of Havana
01.2005
Skills
- Fluoride treatment
- Oral hygiene education
- Bleaching and whitening technique
- Taking impressions
- Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene methods
- Diagnostic aids
- Perform and interpret dental X Rays
- Dental materials knowledge
- Sterilization techniques familiarity
- Patient management
- Keeping patients comfortable
- Schedule appointment
- Digital radiography proficiency
- Dental procedure assistance
- Disinfecting rooms and equipment
- HIPAA compliance
- OSHA regulations
- Sealant application
- Certified in BLS
Certification
- Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
- Radiation Health and Safety Certification (RHS) - Dental Assisting National Board (DANB).
- Itero training-2025.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Dental Center Of Aspen Hill
12.2023 - Current
Registered Dental Assistant
Healthy Kids Dentistry
09.2023 - 12.2023
General Dentist
Ministry of Public Health in Cuba.
01.2005 - 05.2023
Doctor - Stomatology
Institute of Medical Sciences of Havana