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Katlin Renee Porter

Aurora,CO

Summary

Highly motivated and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience providing comprehensive patient care and dental hygiene services. Possesses a strong knowledge of dental procedures and a commitment to providing the highest quality care to patients of all ages. Experienced in using leading dental technologies, including digital radiography and intraoral cameras, to provide comprehensive assessments and treatment plans. Proven success in building relationships with patients and educating them on the importance of oral hygiene and preventive care.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Orthodontic Assistant

Parker Orthodontics
Parker, CO
01.2024 - Current
  • Maintained sterilization of instruments according to OSHA standards.
  • Instructed patients on how to properly use orthodontic appliances such as elastics.
  • Participated in continuing education courses related to orthodontics whenever possible.
  • Assisted orthodontist in clinical activities such as taking impressions, fitting bands, and placing arch wires.
  • Performed chairside duties including preparation of trays and passing instruments to the doctor during procedures.

Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Aloha Orthodontics, Dr.Naren Chelian
Las Vegas, NV
05.2023 - 01.2025
  • Provided chairside assistance during treatment procedures such as bonding brackets to teeth and placing archwires.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, such as brushing and flossing.
  • Sterilized instruments and maintained cleanliness of work area between appointments.
  • Assisted orthodontist with patient treatments, including taking x-rays and impressions.
  • Assisted dentist with completing procedures.

DENTAL ASSISTANT

Southridge Dental, Dr.Byronn Hahn
Henderson, NV
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Took impressions and X-rays in support of patient evaluation and diagnostic care.
  • Transferred instruments and provided suction during procedures.
  • Completed fluoride treatments and dental sealants as directed by dentist.
  • Set up dental instruments and supplies in alignment with dentist preferences.

DENTAL ASSISTANT

Loganville Family Dentistry, Dr. Brian Smith
Loganville, Georgia
12.2021 - 07.2022
  • Offered gentle support and delivered compassionate care during dental procedures.
  • Sterilized and disinfected instruments and treatment rooms.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
  • Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
  • Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.

Education

Certified Dental Assistant -

Medical Institute of Northeast Georgia
Braselton, GA
09.2021

High School Diploma -

Grayson High School
Loganville, GA
05.2014

Skills

  • Taking X-Rays
  • Disinfection and Sterilization
  • Sealant Application
  • Denture Adjustment
  • Coronal Polishing
  • Packing Cord
  • Making Temporary Crowns and Bridges
  • Placing Separators, Ketac, Lingual Turbos/Buttons, and Rotatoin Wedges
  • Monthly Water Testing
  • Replacing Unit Traps

Certification

  • CPR Certified
  • BLS Certified
  • X-ray Certified
  • Certified Dental Assistant
  • Infection Control Certification

Timeline

Orthodontic Assistant

Parker Orthodontics
01.2024 - Current

Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Aloha Orthodontics, Dr.Naren Chelian
05.2023 - 01.2025

DENTAL ASSISTANT

Southridge Dental, Dr.Byronn Hahn
08.2022 - 05.2023

DENTAL ASSISTANT

Loganville Family Dentistry, Dr. Brian Smith
12.2021 - 07.2022

Certified Dental Assistant -

Medical Institute of Northeast Georgia

High School Diploma -

Grayson High School

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