Emily Spires
Lexington,SC
Summary
High-energy Orthodontic Assistant desiring position in dental field. Offering extensive experience supporting patients and staff in fast-paced offices. Excellent communicator and diligent about providing detailed education to improve dental health.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant
Palmetto Smiles
03.2022 - Current
- Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
- Took x-rays, photographs and impressions/scans of patients' teeth and mouth.
- Taught patients strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque, and protecting tooth enamel from long-term damage.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
Orthodontic Assistant
The Braces Place
12.2015 - 02.2022
- Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
- Took x-rays, photographs and impressions/scans of patients' teeth and mouth.
- Taught patients strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque, and protecting tooth enamel from long-term damage.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
Dental Assistant
Drs Wood And Lombardozzi
05.2011 - 09.2013
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments
Education
High School Diploma -
James River
Midlothian, VA06.2011
Skills
- Restorative Procedures
- Laser Debridement
- Disinfection and Sterilization
- Autoclave Operation
- Manage Schedules
- Orthodontic Care
- Occlusal Registrations
- Appliance Fitting and Adjustment
- Infection Control
- Restorative Materials
- Impression Taking
- Radiation Protection
- Sealant Application
- Henry Schein Dentrix
- X-Ray Processing
- Treatment Room Preparation
- Oral Health Care
- Orthodontic Photography
- Advising and Educating Patients
- Oral Hygiene Techniques
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant
Palmetto Smiles
03.2022 - Current
Orthodontic Assistant
The Braces Place
12.2015 - 02.2022
Dental Assistant
Drs Wood And Lombardozzi
05.2011 - 09.2013
High School Diploma -
James River
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