Helen Pavon-Pozo
Miramar,Florida
Summary
Experience and highly proficient in many areas of the modern dental practice including Digital radiography, Soft tissue management. Application of prevention methods such as Topical Fluorides and Sealants. Competent in whitening procedures and instructions for maximizing results with minimal sensitivity. Effective periodontal evaluation and treatment including Periodontal charting, Sonic and Ultrasonic instrumentation, Scaling and Root Planning, and Oral Hygiene instruction with motivating dialog. Prior Dental Assistant with willingness and skills to assist the Doctor, chairside or in the lab area Basic Life Support, Nitrous Oxide Monitoring. Southeastern Regional and National Dental Hygiene Certification – Lic: DH26265. Dedicated Dentist skilled at developing effective treatment plans for patients experiencing tooth decay and other various oral diseases and issues. Committed to providing personalized patient care through quality service and communication. Accommodating when helping patients overcome dental fears by displaying patience and compassion.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Dentist
Healthy Teeth Dental Care
Miami, Florida
07.2022 - Current
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Efficiently completed dental procedures for restorative work.
- Improved patients' comfort by providing calm and professional care, explaining procedures, answering questions and carefully managing pain.
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and decisions about treatments.
- Extracted teeth, performed root canals and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Created individualized treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients.
- Communicated one-on-one with patients during consultative appointments to explain treatment plan and educate on upcoming procedures.
- Diagnosed and treated infections, mouth ulcers and other problems with oral mucosa.
- Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan.
- Advised patients on appropriate treatment for pain following procedures by giving specific home care instructions.
- Administered care in emergency situations to treat tooth injuries.
- Interviewed patients, reviewed health history information and performed checkups to diagnose oral issues and diseases.
- Performed root canal procedures to treat nerve and dental pulp issues and prevent further damage to teeth and gums.
- Conducted thorough patient examinations while screening for jaw and tongue cancers by inspecting teeth and soft oral tissues.
- Diagnosed nerve and dental tissue damage by conducting careful examinations to determine need for root canal procedures.
- Evaluated performance of all clinical staff to deliver constructive feedback and acknowledge strengths resulting in better working relationships and performance improvements.
- Checked growth, development and maxillary changes for verification of typical developmental milestones for age group.
Dental Student
University Of Puerto Rico
San Juan, United States
03.2020 - 06.2022
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by following prescribed protocols and procedures.
- Protected patients and employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocols.
- Provided dental instruments for dentist by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment room.
- Maintained proper operation of dental equipment by completing regular preventive maintenance.
- Exposed and developed radiographic studies and polished study casts.
- Improved patients' oral health by educating on better brushing and flossing habits.
- Checked teeth for signs of decay by assessing visually, manually and via radiography to recommend treatment options such as fillings and sealants.
- Protected patients from infectious diseases by using proper masking, gloves and safety glasses.
Dental Hygienist
Care Resource
Miami, Fl
01.2018 - 03.2020
- 8029
- Care, Hygienist treating 10 patients daily, skilled in patient assessment, treatment planning and explanation, executing dental hygiene/periodontal treatment and scheduling follow-up appointments
- Evaluate clinical findings, medical history and previous dental records and integrating the information into a plan for excellent dental hygiene
- Use electronic health recording system for clinical activities and recording oral conditions on dental and periodontal charts when applicable.
- Carried out advanced dental cleaning services.
- Maintained accurate medical and dental records by documenting important patient data in [Software].
- Applied fluoride and dental sealants to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Capably performed prophylaxis in absence of periodontal disease or gingivitis.
Dentist
Dental Clinic
Havana
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Hygienist treating 11 patients daily, skilled in patient assessment, treatment planning and explanation, executing dental hygiene/periodontal treatment and scheduling follow-up appointments
- Evaluate clinical findings, medical history and previous dental records and integrating the information into a plan for excellent dental hygiene
- Trained two new dental assistants in monitoring, ordering, and stocking hygiene room supplies, managing patient recalls, and cleaning, disinfecting, and arranging work surfaces
- Use electronic health recording system for clinical activities and recording oral conditions on dental and periodontal charts when applicable.
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Efficiently completed dental procedures for restorative work.
- Improved patients' comfort by providing calm and professional care, explaining procedures, answering questions and carefully managing pain.
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and decisions about treatments.
- Extracted teeth, performed root canals and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Created individualized treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients.
- Communicated one-on-one with patients during consultative appointments to explain treatment plan and educate on upcoming procedures.
- Diagnosed and treated infections, mouth ulcers and other problems with oral mucosa.
- Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan.
- Advised patients on appropriate treatment for pain following procedures by giving specific home care instructions.
- Administered care in emergency situations to treat tooth injuries.
- Interviewed patients, reviewed health history information and performed checkups to diagnose oral issues and diseases.
- Performed root canal procedures to treat nerve and dental pulp issues and prevent further damage to teeth and gums.
- Conducted thorough patient examinations while screening for jaw and tongue cancers by inspecting teeth and soft oral tissues.
Education
Bachelor Degree -
University of Dentistry" Raul Gonzalez Sanchez, Dr
Dental Radiographer Lic - undefined
M.D. - Dentistry (Pre-Dentistry)
University of Puerto Rico
San Juan, PR06.2022
Skills
- Patterson Eaglesoft
- Dentrix software
- Digital Radiographs
- Bleaching (Zoom Whitening)
- Instrument Sterilization
- Pit and fissure sealants
- Alginate Impressions
- Monitor Nitrous Oxide Sedation
- Oral Prophylaxis
- Scaling and Root Planning
- CPR
- Infection Control
- Patient charting
- Suture Removal
- Pouring molds
- Instrument Handling
- Treatment Plan Development
- Placing Crowns
- Tooth Extraction
- Diagnostic Techniques
- Oral Surgery
- Anesthetic Administration
- Preventive Care
- Local Anesthetics
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Scaling and Root Planing
- Filling Caries
Timeline
Dentist
Healthy Teeth Dental Care
07.2022 - Current
Dental Student
University Of Puerto Rico
03.2020 - 06.2022
Dental Hygienist
Care Resource
01.2018 - 03.2020
Dentist
Dental Clinic
01.2007 - 01.2011
Bachelor Degree -
University of Dentistry" Raul Gonzalez Sanchez, Dr
Dental Radiographer Lic - undefined
M.D. - Dentistry (Pre-Dentistry)
University of Puerto Rico
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