Donna Lamon
Dixie,GA
Summary
EFDA-Dental Assistant for over 25 years' experience with a passion to continue to learn and grow in all areas of the dental field as well as in a front office setting.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant- Part Time
Duggan Dental Group
Valdosta, Georgia
08.2025 - 02.2026
- Exposed dental diagnostic x-rays.
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
Dental Assistant - Part Time/ Fill In
Dr. Jeffery Barnett
Moultrie, Georgia
10.2025 - 01.2026
- Prepared treatment rooms with necessary instruments and materials.
- Assisted dentists during exams and procedures for patient care.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
Dental Assistant
Dr. Lonnie Harrison
Cairo, Georgia
08.2004 - 05.2025
- Assisted dentists during exams and procedures for patient care.
- Prepared treatment rooms with necessary instruments and materials.
- Managed sterilization of instruments to ensure safety standards.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Kept track of treatment information in patient records.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
Dental Assistant
Prodent Dental Care
Voorhees, NJ
01.2002 - 08.2004
- Prepared treatment rooms with necessary instruments and materials.
- Managed sterilization of instruments to ensure safety standards.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
Dental Assistant
Dr. Paul Grusenmeyer
Cherry Hill, New Jersey
01.1999 - 09.2001
- Assisted dentists during exams and procedures for patient care.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
Machine Operator
Coats & Clark ( coats America)
Thomasville, Georgia
06.1988 - 12.1989
- Operated machinery to produce high-quality components efficiently.
- Monitored equipment for malfunctions and performed routine maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment consistently.
- Adjusted machine settings based on product specifications and quality standards.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
Education
Certificate - Expanded Dental Functions V, VI
Albany Technical College
Albany, Georgia, GA07-2007
Certificate - Expanded Dental Functions V,VI
Wiregrass Georgia Technical College
Valdosta, GA07-2007
Certificate - Dental X-ray
Dr. Lonnie Harrisons Office
Cairo, GA05-2006
Certificate - Scanning On E4D
Dental School
Dallas, TX03-2006
Certificate - Dental X-Ray
Camden County College
Blackwood, NJ01-2003
High School Diploma -
Thomas County Central High School
Thomasville, GA06-1988
Skills
- Treatment room maintenance
- Sterilization techniques
- Compliance adherence
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Dental material handling
- Chair-side support
- Patient scheduling
- Four-handed procedures
- Disinfecting rooms and equipment
- Infection control procedures
- Treatment room setup
- Electronic charting
- Radiography safety
- X-ray processing
- HIPAA compliance
- First aid training
- Continuing education commitment
- Dental impressions
- Dental procedure preparation
Languages
English
Professional
Work Experience References
* Duggan Dental Valdosta, Ga
Dr. Lacey Hansen Duggan & Dr. Daniel Duggan
Dental Assistant- Part Time
August 2025- February 2026
Office Manager - MaryBeth
(229) 242-8088
*Dr. Jeffery Barnett DMD Moultrie, Ga.
Dental assistant Part Time/ Fill In
October 2025- January 29, 2026
(229) 985-3367
* Dr. Lonnie harrison DMD Cairo, Ga
Dental Assistant/ Full Time
August 2004- may 1, 2025
(229)220-9814
Leave message to call back
Co- worker Reference
* Heather Shoup Dental Hygienist
229-412-4720
leave message to call back
Assist the Hygienist at times needed help.
Timeline
Dental Assistant - Part Time/ Fill In
Dr. Jeffery Barnett
10.2025 - 01.2026
Dental Assistant- Part Time
Duggan Dental Group
08.2025 - 02.2026
Dental Assistant
Dr. Lonnie Harrison
08.2004 - 05.2025
Dental Assistant
Prodent Dental Care
01.2002 - 08.2004
Dental Assistant
Dr. Paul Grusenmeyer
01.1999 - 09.2001
Machine Operator
Coats & Clark ( coats America)
06.1988 - 12.1989
Certificate - Expanded Dental Functions V, VI
Albany Technical College
Certificate - Expanded Dental Functions V,VI
Wiregrass Georgia Technical College
Certificate - Dental X-ray
Dr. Lonnie Harrisons Office
Certificate - Scanning On E4D
Dental School
Certificate - Dental X-Ray
Camden County College
High School Diploma -
Thomas County Central High School