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Heather Smith

Heather Smith

Brighton

Summary

Dental professional with 29 years experience in providing chairside assistance and ensuring exceptional patient care. Currently holds CDA and RDA qualifications, as well as extensive experience in General Dentistry, Orthodontics, and teaching Dental Assisting.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Adjunct Clinical Instructor

Delta College
04.2020 - Current
  • Teach Dental Assisting Clinical labs, including Radiology, focusing on hands-on training in order to be competent in the office and getting the students ready for the RDA exam for Michigan.
  • Evaluated student performance through ongoing assessment, providing constructive feedback and promoting academic growth.

Orthodontic Assistant

TDR Orthodontics
06.2011 - Current
  • Provided exceptional chairside care for Invisalign and Braces patients. Proficient in all procedures including Direct and Indirect bonding of brackets, wire changes, Invisalign delivery and attachment placement, as well as oral hygiene instruction.
  • Oversee Dental Monitoring for four offices. Utilizing weekly in-home patient scans, AI is evaluating fit of the aligners and any issues with brackets. Answering patient inquiries through the app, as well as evaluating for potential issues.

Education

Dental Assisting

Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MI
05-2008

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MI
05-2008

Skills

  • Utilizes CDA (Certified Dental Assistant) and RDA (Registered Dental Assistant License
  • Proficient in OSHA and HIPAA regulations

Timeline

Adjunct Clinical Instructor

Delta College
04.2020 - Current

Orthodontic Assistant

TDR Orthodontics
06.2011 - Current

Dental Assisting

Washtenaw Community College

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Washtenaw Community College

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