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Kenyada Smith

Kenyada Smith

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Positive and professional EFDA, with extensive experience in pediatrics and some general dentistry experience. Highly skilled in dental radiography and patient education as well as chairside. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and retention through exceptional communication and rapport-building. Proficient in infection control and treatment room setup, ensuring efficient operations and high-quality care. I am capable of expanding in any area of any dental office.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Assistant

Suwanee Family Dentistry
06.2024 - 06.2025
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, [Type], casts and impressions.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
  • Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.

Dental Assistant

Christy Haffner Dds
06.2023 - 05.2025
  • Coronal polishing pediatric patients, charting and reviewing patient's treatment plan with guardian
  • Contracted with CHOA Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, performing out patient surgery with Dentist.
  • Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
  • Administered oral sedative medication to pediatric patients, took any radiographs and digital images following privacy procedures
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference
  • Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
  • Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.

Dental Assistant

Sedation Center of Atlanta
06.2022 - 01.2025
  • Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
  • Collaborated with the dental team to develop customized treatment plans for individual patients.
  • Supported dental procedures, ensuring efficient operation and patient satisfaction.
  • Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse. Administered oral sedative to pediatric patient.

Orthodontic Assistant

Crawford Orthodontics
02.2021 - 06.2022
  • Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills while educating patients on oral hygiene practices specific to their orthodontic treatments.
  • Took x-rays, photographs, and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
  • Provided exceptional chairside assistance to orthodontist during complex procedures such as bracket placement and adjustments, aligner fittings, and appliance installations.

Education

GED -

Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Clarkston, GA
01-2013

Skills

  • Dental radiography proficiency
  • Equipment sterilization
  • Treatment room setup
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Professionalism and etiquette
  • Cross-training capabilities
  • Infection control proficiency
  • Impression taking skills
  • Oral hygiene education
  • Dental material handling
  • Restorative procedures

Certification

  • Coronal Polishing Certification
  • Nitrous oxide & Preventative and Restorative Certification
  • BLS/ CPR
  • Orthodontic Assistant

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Suwanee Family Dentistry
06.2024 - 06.2025

Dental Assistant

Christy Haffner Dds
06.2023 - 05.2025

Dental Assistant

Sedation Center of Atlanta
06.2022 - 01.2025

Orthodontic Assistant

Crawford Orthodontics
02.2021 - 06.2022

GED -

Georgia Piedmont Technical College

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