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Emmah Shilling-Graham

Bridge City

Summary

Dedicated and proficient Lead Dental Assistant with extensive experience in general, pediatric, and orthodontic dentistry. Demonstrates pride for exceptional clinical expertise, patient care, and leadership in team settings. Upholds rigorous infection control standards, ensuring efficiency and professionalism in all patient interactions

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Assistant

Nederland Smile Docs
09.2024 - 03.2025

Lead Dental Assistant

Milestone Dental Group
01.2024 - 07.2024

Treatment Coordinator/ Orthodontic Assistant

Advanced Orthodontics
10.2023 - 01.2024

Dental Assistant

Perlot Orthodontics
09.2022 - 05.2023

LEAD Dental Assistant

David Isenberg DDS
03.2021 - 01.2022

LEAD Dental Assistant

Four Corners Family Dental
11.2020 - 03.2021

Dental Assistant

Valley Dental Group
09.2019 - 08.2020

LEAD Dental Assistant

Gentle Dental
02.2018 - 09.2019

LEAD Dental Assistant

New Day Dental Care
02.2017 - 02.2018

Dental Assistant

Dentistry for Children
10.2016 - 03.2017

LEAD Dental Assistant

Radiance Dental
09.2014 - 09.2016

Education

High School - undefined

Washougal High School
06.2015

Certificate - Dental Assisting Program

Clark County Skill Center
06.2015

Skills

  • Clinical Leadership & Team Coordination – Experienced in leading dental teams, managing clinical flow, and training new assistants
  • Advanced Chairside Assisting – Skilled in general, pediatric, and orthodontic procedures, including oral surgery and restorative treatments
  • Dental Radiography & Digital Imaging – Certified and proficient in capturing high-quality diagnostic images and impressions
  • CEREC & Laboratory Fabrication – Experienced in creating temporaries, models, and CEREC crowns to support same-day restorations
  • Infection Control & Compliance – Strong knowledge of OSHA, HIPAA, and sterilization protocols to ensure patient and staff safety
  • Patient Communication & Education – Builds trust with patients through clear explanations and compassionate care
  • Scheduling & Treatment Coordination – Efficient in managing appointments, optimizing chair time, and ensuring smooth daily operations
  • Dental Software & Documentation – Accurate and detail-oriented with charting, billing, and practice management systems

Certification

  • Hazard communication - Current
  • Blood Borne Pathogens - Current
  • AHA CPR and First Aid - Current
  • HIPPA - Current

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Nederland Smile Docs
09.2024 - 03.2025

Lead Dental Assistant

Milestone Dental Group
01.2024 - 07.2024

Treatment Coordinator/ Orthodontic Assistant

Advanced Orthodontics
10.2023 - 01.2024

Dental Assistant

Perlot Orthodontics
09.2022 - 05.2023

LEAD Dental Assistant

David Isenberg DDS
03.2021 - 01.2022

LEAD Dental Assistant

Four Corners Family Dental
11.2020 - 03.2021

Dental Assistant

Valley Dental Group
09.2019 - 08.2020

LEAD Dental Assistant

Gentle Dental
02.2018 - 09.2019

LEAD Dental Assistant

New Day Dental Care
02.2017 - 02.2018

Dental Assistant

Dentistry for Children
10.2016 - 03.2017

LEAD Dental Assistant

Radiance Dental
09.2014 - 09.2016

High School - undefined

Washougal High School

Certificate - Dental Assisting Program

Clark County Skill Center