Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Erika de Vries

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Assistant

Praire Dental Excellence
11.2024 - Current
  • Greeted and acknowledged patients, ensuring a welcoming environment
  • Managed patient records by updating clinical and periodontal charts and reviewing health histories
  • Communicated treatment plans and procedure steps during appointments
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment following HRSA protocols, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient.
  • Assisted in four-handed dental procedures, including composite fillings, crown and bridge preparations, CEREC restorations, implant placements, surgical extractions, and aesthetic treatments such as BOTOX and dermal filler administration
  • Administered nitrous oxide sedation to help anxious patients feel more comfortable during treatment
  • Conducted 3D intraoral scanning, extraoral photography, and digital radiography (FMX, CBCT)
  • Fabricated gypsum models, suck-down splints, and bleaching trays
  • Provided chairside Zoom bleaching
  • Tracked SureSmile treatments
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, provided detailed pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care, including suture removal and healing checks

Dental Assistant

Aspen Dental
07.2024 - 11.2024
  • Accomplished a range of general duties, including infection control by preparing and sterilizing 100% of instruments and equipment according to OSHA guidelines and preparing operatories for procedures
  • Monitored blood pressure and pulse before treatment, ensuring adherence to all guidelines
  • Assisted the dentist during 75% of treatment procedures, including simple and surgical extractions, immediate implant placement, implant-supported denture seating, and composite restorations
  • Performed 3D intraoral scanning, extraoral photography, and digital radiography, including FMX, panoramic, and CT scans
  • Managed overflow patients by taking alginate impressions, ASAP impressions for hard relines, and performing soft relines and denture adjustments for immediate dentures
  • Tracked Motto aligner treatments
  • Provided post-operative care, including suture removal, healing checks, and provisional crown fabrication
  • Coached patients on proper oral care following all dental treatment procedures
  • Maintained dental supplies inventory to ensure seamless clinical operations

General Dentist

University Dental Center
10.2023 - 06.2024
  • Diagnosed and evaluated active caries lesions in permanent teeth, developed treatment plans, and performed composite fillings
  • Conducted root canal therapy (RCT) on anterior and premolar teeth
  • Provided teeth whitening treatments
  • Administered local anesthesia (ASN, MSN, PSN, IAN) for procedures
  • Performed both simple and surgical extractions
  • Managed surgical treatment of dry sockets following tooth extractions
  • Assisted with implant placements, bone grafts, and cyst removals
  • Diagnosed disorders and malformations in deciduous and permanent dentition
  • Diagnosed caries in deciduous and permanent teeth, assessing activity and individual risk factors
  • Performed composite fillings, glass ionomer (GI) fillings, and pulp amputation in primary teeth
  • Applied fluoride varnish for preventive care
  • Diagnosed pathological oral lesions, gingivitis, and periodontitis using the Stage and Grade system
  • Performed regular oral cancer screenings and dental cleanings
  • Conducted perio charting, scaling and root planing (SRP), splint placements in cases of severe bone loss, and extractions of periodontally compromised teeth

Vocational Dental Internship

Wroclaw Medical University
07.2022 - 09.2022
  • Gained hands-on experience in various dental procedures on real patients, enhancing proficiency in cavity preparation, composite restorations, dental pulp amputation, pulp extirpation, and root canal treatment.
  • Performed uncomplicated extractions.
  • Took dental impressions using various materials.
  • Developed skills in prosthetic device design.

Vocational Dental Technician Internship

Wroclaw Medical University
07.2021 - 09.2021
  • Treated increased dentin hypersensitivity using appropriate desensitizing techniques.
  • Provided caries prevention through fissure sealing and contact fluoridation procedures.
  • Delivered personalized oral hygiene instructions to patients.
  • Performed scaling and root planing (SRP) and polished dental surfaces for improved oral health.
  • Maintained accurate and detailed documentation in the dental office.

Vocational Dental Assistant Internship

Volyn Regional Dental Care
07.2020 - 09.2020
  • Assisted with patient registration and maintained accurate case history charts in the dental dispensary.
  • Gained familiarity with various sterilization methods, including hydrous, steam, dry air, and room sterilization techniques.
  • Supported the daily conservation and sterilization of dental instruments, including contra-angle handpieces, handpieces, small instruments, reflectors, tubing, and armchairs.
  • Assisted in four-handed dental procedures, providing support to the dentist during treatments.
  • Organized the treatment area after patient visits by preparing materials and instruments for the next day and ensuring necessary forms were ready.
  • Maintained and replenished the cabinet with required materials and office supplies, documenting inventory.
  • Gained experience in the Ukrainian dental treatment approach, adapting to different methodologies and patient care techniques.

Vocational Medical Nurse Internship

Wroclaw Medical University
07.2019 - 09.2019
  • Ensured strict compliance with sanitary and epidemiological regulations, as well as occupational health and safety standards.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date medical records for patients.
  • Assisted geriatric patients with daily activities, such as eating, using restrooms, and following clinical tests and procedures.
  • Demonstrated the ability to work effectively under conditions of uncertainty and stress, ensuring patient safety and well-being.
  • Recognized and responded promptly to life-threatening risks and emergencies.
  • Performed hygienic and surgical hand decontamination and prepared treatment areas for procedures.
  • Monitored and recorded vital signs, including heart rate, temperature, and blood pressure.
  • Administered intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intravenous injections according to prescribed protocols.
  • Collected blood samples
  • Took swab samples from the nose, throat, and skin for diagnostic testing.
  • Measured and interpreted blood glucose levels for patient care and management.
  • Participated in medical ward rounds and collaborated with healthcare teams in patient consultations.

Education

Basic Life Support -

American Red Cross Training Services
11.2026

Radiology Certification -

Greater Cleveland Dental Society
07.2025

Master's Degree - Dentistry

Wroclaw Medical University
07.2023

Personal

Address                                    6377 Ox Yoke Drive, Hilliard, OH 43026

Phone number                        614 325 4562

Date of Birth                           05-26-2001

Place of Birth                          Lutsk, Ukraine

Gender                                     Female

Resume objective

  • Dedicated foreign trained dentists with Ukrainian-Dutch roots
  • 8-month dental assisting experience in the US across both corporate and private practice settings.
  • Possesses 1 years of clinical experience providing comprehensive patient care, including dental cleanings, fillings, extractions, and root canal treatments.
  • Multilingual in Ukrainian, Russian, English, Polish, and Dutch, facilitating effective communication in diverse patient populations.

Certification

  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - American Heart Association or Red Cross.
  • Radiology Certification - Greater Cleveland Society

Courses

February 20-22, 2025 – Chicago Dental Society 160th Midwinter Meeting

Attended professional lectures:

  • Practice Management and Human Relations – Tara Aboumahboub, DMD
  • Surgical Protocols in Implant Dentistry After Tooth Extraction: When Do We Place the Implant? – Ioan Boeriu, DDS


November 29 - December 4, 2024 – Greater New York Dental Meeting

Attended professional seminars:

  • What's New: Materials to Expedite Excellence in Direct Restorations – Joshua Austin, DDS
  • The Future of Pediatric Dentistry: An American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) Leadership Perspective / Pediatric Caries Management – Amr Moursi, DDS, Ph.D; Chelsea Fosse, DMD, M.P.H; Margherita Fontana, DDS, Ph.D; Scott Cashion, DDS, M.S; Scott Smith, DDS, M.S; and Tom Ison, DMD
  • Managing Patients with Polypharmacy – Ann Spolarich, RDH, Ph.D


April 11-13, 2024 – KRAKDENT International Dental Trade Fair

Networked with manufacturers, dental laboratories to explore industry advancements and business opportunities.

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Praire Dental Excellence
11.2024 - Current

Dental Assistant

Aspen Dental
07.2024 - 11.2024

General Dentist

University Dental Center
10.2023 - 06.2024

Vocational Dental Internship

Wroclaw Medical University
07.2022 - 09.2022

Vocational Dental Technician Internship

Wroclaw Medical University
07.2021 - 09.2021

Vocational Dental Assistant Internship

Volyn Regional Dental Care
07.2020 - 09.2020

Vocational Medical Nurse Internship

Wroclaw Medical University
07.2019 - 09.2019

Radiology Certification -

Greater Cleveland Dental Society

Basic Life Support -

American Red Cross Training Services

Master's Degree - Dentistry

Wroclaw Medical University

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