Kadence Beal
New Auburn,WI
Summary
Friendly dental assistant with several years of success building strong relationships with patients and providing quality support during dental procedures. Knowledgeable and experienced in dental procedures. Works well with all personality types when interacting with patients and staff.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Smiles In Motion, Pediatric Dentistry
Eau Claire, Wisconsin
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted dentists during pediatric procedures to ensure patient comfort.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Acquired bitewing X-rays for diagnostic purposes., periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient appointments and procedures.
- Sterilized instruments and maintained cleanliness in treatment areas.
- Educated patients and parents on dental hygiene practices and post-care instructions.
- Provided compassionate support to young patients to alleviate anxiety during visits.
- Managed patient records and scheduled appointments efficiently in the office system.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow and patient experience.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
Dental Assistant Student - Clinical Site
Sather Family Dental
Chetek, USA
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Assisted in patient preparation and comfort before dental procedures.
- Sterilized instruments and maintained cleanliness in treatment areas.
- Supported the dentist during examinations and minor surgeries.
- Recorded patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
- Took impressions of teeth using alginate material for study models or other diagnostic purposes.
- Prepared materials needed for each procedure such as impression materials, cements, amalgams, composite resins.
- Educated patients on post-treatment care and oral hygiene practices.
Dental Assistant Student
CVTC Dental Clinic
Eau Claire, USA
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Assisted the dentist in dental procedures such as restorations, extractions, root canals, prosthetics
- Executed coronal polishing and fluoride application to improve patient oral hygiene and support preventive care.
- Supported dental hygienists during patient care to ensure efficient procedures and enhance patient experience.
- Prepared treatment areas and sterilized equipment following OSHA and CDC COVID guidelines
- Developed and processed x-rays with digital sensors
- Maintained and updated patient dental charts
- Completed training in Cerec technology to enhance dental restoration skills.
- Took impressions with multiple materials
- Took bite registrations
- Poured and trimmed models
- Greeted, seated, and dismissed patients to create a welcoming atmosphere and streamline appointment flow.
- Experienced in periodontal charting
Education
Technical Diploma - Dental Assistant
Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC)
Eau Claire, WI05-2023
Skills
- Patient management
- Digital radiography
- Infection control
- Dental software- Dentrix, Denticon, Eaglesoft, XLDent
- Treatment planning
- Patient education
- Appointment scheduling
- Clinical support
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Preventive care
Certification
- CPR, Healthcare Provider (BLS), American Heart Assc., 4/2027
- Certificate of coronal polishing
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Smiles In Motion, Pediatric Dentistry
06.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant Student - Clinical Site
Sather Family Dental
03.2023 - 05.2023
Dental Assistant Student
CVTC Dental Clinic
01.2023 - 05.2023
Technical Diploma - Dental Assistant
Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC)