Driven Dental Assistant successful at building relationships with patients and colleagues. Offers expertise in patient care and education to support optimal oral health outcomes. Attentive and prepared professional dedicated to practice growth and stability.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Abiog & Abiog Dental Corp
San Jose, CA
09.2007 - 07.2019
Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.