Dianelis Planas
Tampa ,FL
Summary
Dynamic Dental Assistant with extensive experience at Tampa Family Health Centers . Professional dental care provider with strong background in clinical support and patient care. Known for excellent communication, patient management, and technical assistance during procedures. Dependable team player with focus on achieving positive outcomes and adapting to changing environments. Skilled in sterilization techniques, radiography, and maintaining infection control standards.,Demonstrated ability to maintain high level of organization and attention detail, ensuring smooth operation and patient satisfaction. contributing to a reputation for excellence in care. Certified in CPR/AED, committed to maintaining high standards of sanitation and teamwork.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Tampa Family Health Centers
Tampa, FL
08.2023 - 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.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
- Facilitated patient education on oral hygiene practices, contributing to improved dental health.
Dental Assistant
Pina Family Dental
Miami, FL
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Collaborated with the dental team to develop customized treatment plans for individual patients.
- Participated in community outreach programs, educating public on importance of dental health.
- Assisted in dental radiography, ensuring safety and accuracy for diagnostic purposes.
- Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Streamlined digital x-ray processing, reducing wait time for diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Improved dental procedure outcomes with accurate preparation of filling and crown materials.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dentistry
Universidad De Ciencias Medicas DeHolguin
Cuba 06-2016
Skills
- Dental impressions
- Dental radiography
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Equipment sterilization
- Patient relations
- Impression taking skills
- Patient services
- Dental staff assistance
- Restorative procedures
- Oral surgery assistance
- Dental software management
- Sterilization techniques
- Team collaboration
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Dental material handling
- Sanitation protocols
- Emergency response preparedness
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Full mouth radiographs
- Treatment room preparation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Dental hygiene
- Dental procedure preparation
Certification
- Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) - [State] Dental Board.
- CPR/AED Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Tampa Family Health Centers
08.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant
Pina Family Dental
02.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Dentistry
Universidad De Ciencias Medicas DeHolguin