JENNY THORNTON

Assisted with patient examinations and developed tailored treatment plans to address individual needs.

• Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and proper care for orthodontic appliances to promote optimal treatment outcomes.
• Monitored patient progress and communicated relevant concerns to orthodontist to ensure timely adjustments and enhance treatment effectiveness.
• Supported orthodontists by preparing patients for treatment and sterilizing instruments.
• Performed chairside duties, including instrument preparation and assistance during procedures.
• Collaborated with dental team to enhance patient comfort during procedures.
• Managed patient records, scheduled appointments, and ensured efficient workflow.
• Conducted initial assessments to identify suitable orthodontic treatments.

A dental assistant supports dentists by preparing patients, sterilizing instruments, setting up treatment rooms, and assisting chairside during procedures. They handle, suction, and pass tools, take X-rays, and provide patient education. Key duties include maintaining infection control, documenting care, managing inventory, and sometimes scheduling appointments.

• Supported dentists during patient examinations and dental procedures, ensuring smooth workflow and patient comfort.
• Managed patient records using digital management software.
• Prepared examination rooms and sterilized instruments for procedures.
• Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient follow-ups efficiently.
• Supported the dental team in maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
• Handled inventory of dental supplies and tracked usage effectively.
• Delivered chair-side assistance during dental procedures by efficiently passing instruments and managing suction, enhancing procedural effectiveness.
• Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
• Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
• Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
• Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
• Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
• Organized dental instruments and equipment at workstations prior to procedures to ensure readiness.
• Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
• Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
• Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
• Informed patients about treatment procedures and post-procedure care, contributing to better understanding and compliance.
• Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
• Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
• Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
• Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
• Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
• Monitored patient comfort and addressed concerns during procedures to reduce anxiety levels.

• Assisted dentists during various dental procedures and surgeries.
• Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
• Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
• Educated patients on treatment procedures and provided tailored post-procedure care instructions to support recovery.
• Educated patients on proper oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Coordinated appointment schedules to enhance patient flow and ensure timely care.
• Managed patient records and updated electronic health information systems.
• Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
• Operated dental radiography equipment for diagnostic imaging purposes.
• Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
• Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
• Sterilized instruments and maintained infection control protocols effectively.
• Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
• Prepared dental materials, including amalgam and composite resin, for dentist use, ensuring readiness and quality for procedures.
• Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
• Explained dental services and payment plans to help patients make informed decisions.
• Responded promptly to requests from other staff members or dentists while maintaining a professional demeanor.
• Prepared treatment rooms and ensured cleanliness for patient procedures.