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John Stenklyft

John Stenklyft

Minneapolis,MN

Summary

Compassionate dental graduate with practical experience as a dental assistant and prosthetic lab technician. Expertise in patient care, chairside assisting, and workflow management from diagnosis to restoration. Solid foundation in clinical procedures, infection control, and prosthetic fabrication. Dedicated to continuing education and enhancing patient experiences in collaborative dental settings.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant

First Choice Dental
Madison, WI
06.2019 - 08.2023
  • Ensured sanitation and maintenance of oral surgery and general dentistry operatory rooms.
  • Coordinated system to enhance patient flow throughout clinic during COVID.
  • Minimized carbon footprint by converting paper patient charts to digital format.

Volunteer Prosthetic Lab Technician Assistant

University of Minnesota School of Dentistry
Minneapolis, MN
02.2019 - 05.2022
  • Designed and produced personalized dental prosthetics with 3Shape software and CAD/CAM.
  • Exceeded production capacity to meet demand during patient overflow and urgent deadlines.
  • Scanned edentulous impressions, digitally modified scans, and facilitated creation of digital dentures via Avadent.

Education

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) -

University of Minnesota School of Dentistry
Minneapolis, MN
05.2026

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN
05.2022

High School Diploma -

Middleton High School
Middleton, WI
06.2018

Skills

  • Patient communication
  • Digital dentistry
  • CAD/CAM design
  • Time management
  • Infection control
  • Collaborative teamwork

Affiliations

  • Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America
    Led a community service project to raise awareness for the Black Earth Creek Watershed. Supported blood drives and restoration of Native American burial grounds.
  • Delta Sigma Delta (Professional Dental Fraternity)
    Held leadership roles as Service/Philanthropy Chair, Recruitment Chair, and Mentor for incoming dental students.
  • Sophomore Guild Leader, University of Minnesota
    Selected to mentor and support incoming freshmen in academic and social transition.
  • Phi Gamma Delta (Fraternity)
    Organized volunteer and fundraising events focused on mental health awareness and community engagement.
  • Health & Fitness Enthusiast
    Completed the Minneapolis Marathon (2023). Committed to strength training, running, and personal wellness.
  • Math Meet Champion
    1st Place, Statewide Mathematics Competition (5th Grade).
  • Community Volunteer
    Give Kids a Smile, Hope Dental, Feed My Starving Children, Ronald McDonald House
    Promoted oral health and the dental profession through outreach at local elementary schools.

Timeline

Dental Assistant

First Choice Dental
06.2019 - 08.2023

Volunteer Prosthetic Lab Technician Assistant

University of Minnesota School of Dentistry
02.2019 - 05.2022

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) -

University of Minnesota School of Dentistry

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

High School Diploma -

Middleton High School