Kara Delva
Stow,NY
Summary
Highly skilled Expanded Functions Dental Assistant with a track record of enhancing patient care and streamlining dental procedures at South County Dental. Excelled in restorative procedures and patient recordkeeping, demonstrating punctuality and exceptional organizational abilities. Proven expertise in Dentrix and dental radiography, significantly improving office efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Experienced with advanced dental procedures, including restorative and preventive care. Utilizes strong patient interaction skills to ensure comfort and compliance. Knowledge of dental radiography and clinical practices ensures high standards and effective teamwork.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
South County Dental
03.2017 - 03.2018
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by effectively addressing concerns and answering questions about dental treatments.
- Increased efficiency in the dental office by assisting with chairside duties such as taking impressions and fabricating temporary crowns.
- Supported dentist during oral surgeries, ensuring proper instrument preparation and sterilization procedures were followed.
- Assisted in restoration of dental implants.
- Took X-Rays as needed. FMX, PA, PANO, CBCT
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Dietrich Dental Services
07.2016 - 02.2017
- Greeted and prepared patients for dental procedures.
- Correctly arranged instrument trays prior to dental procedures and surgeries.
- Proficiently assisted dentist with diagnostic, preventative, general, and surgical procedures.
- Expertly charted in Dentrix.
- Removed and irrigated sutures.
- Properly sterilized dental equipment and examination room in accordance with infection control policies
Dental Assistant Extern
Dr Susan Brooks, DDS PA
02.2016 - 04.2016
- Completed 160 clincal hours.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
- Conducted thorough sterilization of instruments and equipment to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing top-notch dental care during externship.
- Managed front desk duties efficiently including answering phones and greeting clients warmly upon arrival.
- Provided exceptional customer service through empathetic listening skills while addressing patient concerns or fears about treatments effectively.
Education
Certificate - Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Institute of Dental Technology
Fort Myers05-2016
Skills
- Detail oriented
- Punctual
- Highly organized
- Dentrix practice management software
- Dental radiography proficiency
- Restorative procedures
- Impression taking
- Temporary crown fabrication
- Patient care excellence
- Digital dental records
- Patient recordkeeping
- Infection control protocols
- Disinfection and sterilization
- Autoclave operation
- Treatment room breakdown
Timeline
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
South County Dental
03.2017 - 03.2018
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Dietrich Dental Services
07.2016 - 02.2017
Dental Assistant Extern
Dr Susan Brooks, DDS PA
02.2016 - 04.2016
Certificate - Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Institute of Dental Technology
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