IRENE DURAN
SAN ANTONIO,TX
Summary
Passionate, compassionate dental assistant with 15 years of experience in the dental industry. Skilled in patient care, sterilization, and dental procedures. Strong communication skills and a passion for helping patients achieve optimal oral health. Proficient in digital x-rays, and highly skilled in dental software.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Imagine Children Dentistry and Orthodontics
San Antonio, Texas
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted in sedation procedures to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Assisted dentists during procedures, enhancing patient comfort and procedural efficiency.
- Prepared examination rooms and sterilized instruments for optimal hygiene.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and provided post-treatment care instructions to promote recovery.
- Collaborated with team members to foster a positive and supportive work environment, improving overall team morale.
Dental Assistant
CELEBRATE DENTAL AND BRACES
SAN ANTONIO, TX
04.2013 - 03.2020
- Provided patient care, took x-rays, scheduled dental procedures, managed appointments, and kept records.
- Responsible for providing patient care, taking x-rays, dental procedures scheduling, appointments and records keeping.
- Provided chair-side assistance during operative procedures, preventive dental procedures, and prosthetic dental procedures.
- Supported four dental practices by preparing instrument trays and ensuring patients knew what to expect before the dentist arrival.
- Prevent the spread of infection by following universal precautions and other dental precautions.
- Took panoramic x-rays to identify cavities, pulp on teeth, and deep cleaning from preliminary impressions.
- Assisted staff dentists during restorations or custom made crowns, bridges, and root canals.
- Assisted in scheduling to optimize office workflow.
- Receptionist was not available.
Education
High School Diploma -
Brackbrige High School
Registered Dental Assistant -
Concorde Career College
San Antonio, TX01-2013
Skills
- Assist dentist
- Equipment sterilization
- X-Ray patients
- Apply sealants
- Patient services
- Problem-solving
- Procedure assistance
- Instruments preparation
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Imagine Children Dentistry and Orthodontics
01.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant
CELEBRATE DENTAL AND BRACES
04.2013 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Brackbrige High School
Registered Dental Assistant -
Concorde Career College