Dominique Ryba

Registered Dental Assistant

Michael Yokoyama, DDS

Encinitas, CA

09.1995 - 03.2004

Head assistant for a periodontal office.
Assisted in RDA dental procedures, such as placing periopak dressing following surgical procedures.
Monitored and recorded patient vital signs, including temperature, pulse rate, and blood pressure.
Performed routine laboratory functions, including taking alginate impressions for night guards.
Sterilized instruments and equipment in accordance with established protocols.
Provided instruction to patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care measures.
Prepared trays of instruments for dental procedures.
Maintained inventory of supplies used during treatments.
Educated patients on post-operative instructions regarding diet, medications and activities.
Documented all treatment plans in patient records according to office standards.
Greeted incoming patients, verified insurance coverage and scheduled appointments.
Managed the front desk operations by answering phones, scheduling appointments and verifying insurance information.
Took intraoral radiographs using digital X-ray equipment per doctor's orders.
Set up operatories with appropriate instruments for each procedure prior to patient arrival.
Ensured that all paperwork was completed accurately prior to patient departure from office visit.
Reviewed medical histories with each patient before beginning a new course of treatment.
Provided chairside assistance during periodontal surgeries as needed.
Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
Sterilized tools, exam chair, trays and surfaces for clean and safe dental office.
Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
Escorted patients to exam rooms while making friendly conversation to prepare for cleanings and procedures.
Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
Scheduled cleanings and dental appointments for patients using appointment software.
Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every consultation.
Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
Instructed patients on postoperative care to protect dental work and promote healing.