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Hector Merino

Elizabeth,NJ

Summary

History of diagnosing oral issues and completing basic and complex surgical procedures. Proficient in administration of local anesthetics, as well as removing non-viable teeth and addressing infections. Knowledgeable dental assistant well-versed in performing reconstructions, grafts and implants over 8-year history in field. Adept at reviewing patient details and conducting thorough examinations to investigate and diagnose current concerns. Desire to pursue challenging new role with room for career growth.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant

Dental Arts By Romany
11.2022 - Current
  • 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 for procedures daily.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
  • Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
  • Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
  • Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
  • Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.

Maxillofacial Surgeon Specialist

Manuel Jesus Cedeno Stomatology Specialty Clinic
12.2018 - 09.2022
  • Removed tumors and other abnormal growths of oral and facial regions using surgical instruments.
  • Completed bone grafts, surgical root canals and other procedures to tackle advanced concerns.
  • Informed patients of diagnosis to discuss appropriate treatment options.
  • Performed surgery on mouth and jaws to treat conditions such as cleft lip and palate and jaw growth problems.
  • Completed surgery to prepare mouth for dental implants and aid in regeneration of deficient bone and gum tissues.
  • Removed impacted, damaged and non-restorable teeth.
  • Restored form and function by moving skin, bone, nerves and other tissues from other parts of body to reconstruct jaws and face.

Maxillofacial Surgeon Specialist

Carlos Manuel De Cespedes Hospital
09.2014 - 11.2018
  • Restored form and function by moving skin, bone, nerves and other tissues from other parts of body to reconstruct jaws and face.
  • Removed impacted, damaged and non-restorable teeth.
  • Adjusted patients' jaws to provide increased functionality, comfort and symmetry.
  • Collaborated with other professionals such as restorative dentists and orthodontists to plan treatments.
  • Utilized surgical instruments to remove tumors and other abnormal growths of oral and facial regions.
  • Performed surgery on mouth and jaws to treat conditions such as cleft lip and palate and jaw growth problems.
  • Provided emergency treatment of facial lacerations, intra-oral lacerations and fractured facial bones.
  • Completed bone grafts, surgical root canals and other procedures to tackle advanced concerns.
  • Completed surgery to prepare mouth for dental implants and aid in regeneration of deficient bone and gum tissues.

Education

Stomatology Doctor -

Ifrain Benitez Popa Medicine School
Granmma, Cuba
06.2014

Skills

  • Dentrix proficiency
  • Taking X-rays
  • Exams rooms setup
  • Dental assistant support
  • Surgery procedure support
  • Sterilization techniques

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Dental Arts By Romany
11.2022 - Current

Maxillofacial Surgeon Specialist

Manuel Jesus Cedeno Stomatology Specialty Clinic
12.2018 - 09.2022

Maxillofacial Surgeon Specialist

Carlos Manuel De Cespedes Hospital
09.2014 - 11.2018

Stomatology Doctor -

Ifrain Benitez Popa Medicine School

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