Elizabeth Beil
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Experienced Certified Dental Assistant with 15 years of hands-on support in restorative and preventive dentistry, infection control, dental radiography, and patient education. Known for calm chairside support, accurate clinical documentation, and efficient patient care.
Overview
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Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Dental Assistant
Konikoff Dental Associates
Chesapeake, Virginia
07.2002 - 09.2017
- Helped dentists with restorative and preventive procedures in a busy dental office.
- Set up treatment rooms with sterilized instruments and patient supplies.
- Passed instruments to a dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures; applied dental fillings; placed temporary crowns; and seated permanent crowns.
- Captured digital X-rays and intraoral images for treatment planning.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Sterilized instruments and maintained infection control standards across operatories.
- Prepared procedure trays by organizing the necessary tools and supplies for efficiency. for specific dental procedures according to established protocols.
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
- Positioned patients and explained procedure steps using calm, clear communication.
- Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
- Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
- Provided patient care and chairside assistance during dental procedures.
- Coordinated communication among dentist, hygienist, and patients, enhancing procedural efficiency.
- Ordered dental supplies to maintain inventory levels during patient appointments. to maintain adequate inventory levels.
- Oversaw lab cases, impressions, and chairside materials, supported effective restorative treatment delivery.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Assisted in laboratory work such as pouring models, trimming dies, making temporaries.
- Assisted with the placement of sealants, topical anesthetics, and fluoride treatments.
- Supported front desk and clinical teams with smooth patient flow.
- Cultivated loyal patient relationships, ensuring high retention rates through empathetic care.
- Entered patient chart updates and clinical notes into dental records.
- Responded promptly to patient inquiries via phone calls or emails in a professional manner.
- Followed dentists' directions for giving patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.
- Ensured that all safety policies were adhered to while performing clinical duties.
- Responded promptly to patient inquiries via phone calls or emails in a professional manner.
- Ensured that all safety policies were adhered to while performing clinical duties.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South University
Virginia Beach12-2026
Skills
- Chairside assisting
- Dental assisting
- Patient assessment
- Vital signs
- Clinical documentation
- Infection control
- Medication administration
- Patient education
- Digital imaging
- X-ray management
- Model creation
- Equipment maintenance
- Room and equipment sanitation
- Electronic health records
Certification
- BLS through the American Heart Association
Timeline
Certified Dental Assistant
Konikoff Dental Associates
07.2002 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South University