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Franceska Abazi

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Skilled Dental Assistant with experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Hands-on training in dental radiography, chairside assisting,preparing dental impressions and assisting dental hygienists and dentists, and front office administrative duties. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant

Studio Doctor Smile
08.2022 - 04.2023

Dental Assistant

Dental Home Tirane
10.2021 - 05.2022
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Scheduled appointments, prepared bills and received payment for dental services, and maintaining records.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
  • Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
  • Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
  • Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
  • Collaborated with the dental team to develop customized treatment plans for individual patients.
  • Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
  • Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Promoted ongoing professional development by attending industry conferences, seminars, workshops.
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Education

Master of Science - Dentistry

Faculty of Dental Medicine
Tirane Albania
03.2024

Skills

  • Dental terminology knowledge
  • Patient Care Standards
  • Periodontal treatment assistance
  • Time management abilities
  • Endodontic Procedure Assistance
  • Oral Hygiene Techniques
  • Advising and Educating Patients
  • Teeth Cleaning
  • Dental Radiography
  • Periodontics and Endodontics
  • Sealant Application
  • Restorative Dentistry
  • Postoperative Care Instructions
  • Sterilization techniques

Languages

Albanian
English
Professional Working

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Studio Doctor Smile
08.2022 - 04.2023

Dental Assistant

Dental Home Tirane
10.2021 - 05.2022

Master of Science - Dentistry

Faculty of Dental Medicine
Franceska Abazi