Kendra Cornell
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
With Over 20 years of dedication to the Dental Field, I still have a love for helping and educating our Patients to help with healthy smiles!!!
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant Intern
Peak Dental Services
Aurora, CO
07.2015 - 09.2024
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Prepared dental rooms and materials.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating effectively with the dental team members.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Ensured patient safety by strictly adhering to infection control protocols during all dental treatments.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Facilitated smooth appointment transitions with efficient room setup, instrument preparation, and sterilization processes between patients.
- Kept work areas clean, sanitized and organized to minimize infection risk.
- Built trusting relationships with patients through empathetic listening, clear communication, and genuine care for their wellbeing.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Promoted oral health education among patients through engaging demonstrations on proper brushing and flossing techniques.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with thorough post-treatment instructions and follow-up calls.
Dental Assistant
Dr. L.M Kuljis D.D.S
Englewood, CO
07.2006 - 07.2015
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for Number procedures daily.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
Education
E.D.D.A - Dental
University of Dental
Aurora03.2006
Dental Assistant - Dental
Concorde Career Institute
Denver, CO05.2001
Skills
Customer service skills
Appointment Scheduling
Dental staff assistance
Treatment room setup
Chairside Assisting
Sterilization techniques
Dental Materials Knowledge
Patient care excellence
Patient Communication
Dental records
Oral Surgery Assistance
Knowledgeable in Software
Nitrous oxide monitoring
Equipment Sterilization
Treatment Room Breakdown
Dental impressions preparation
Oral Hygiene Instruction
Sealant Application
Dental staff support
X-Ray Development
Infection control protocols
Preventative dentistry
Prosthodontics support
Lab case coordination
Patient Recordkeeping
Temporary crown fabrication
Dental procedure assistance
Periodontal dressing
Digital radiography proficiency
Administrative duties
Restorative Dentistry
Equipment Maintenance
Endodontic assistance
Instrument Sterilization
Customer Service
Full Mouth Radiographs
Certified in CPR/AED
Autoclave Operation
Disinfection and Sterilization
Patient Flow Management
Relationship Building
Oral Hygiene
Taking Medical and Dental Histories
Crown and Bridge Construction
Preliminary Impressions
Postoperative Care Instructions
Emergency Dental Care
Oral Surgery
Medical Charting
Surgical Extractions
Periodontics and Endodontics
Fluoride Treatments
Timeline
Dental Assistant Intern
Peak Dental Services
07.2015 - 09.2024
Dental Assistant
Dr. L.M Kuljis D.D.S
07.2006 - 07.2015
E.D.D.A - Dental
University of Dental
Dental Assistant - Dental
Concorde Career Institute