Kayla Toro
Ladson,SC
Summary
Patient-oriented dental assistant bringing several years of experience in fast-paced dental practices. Highly skilled in preparing patients for examinations, assisting with chairside procedures and educating patients on oral hygiene and care. Focused on providing top quality customer service.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Solomon Family Dentistry
Summerville , SC
08.2017 - Current
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
- Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cane Bay High School
Summerville , SC12-2017
Skills
- Instrument preparation
- Patient services
- Patient care coordination
- Time management
- Chair side manner
- Complex Problem-solving
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Solomon Family Dentistry
08.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
Cane Bay High School