Kevin Nguyen

Registered Dental Assistant

Affordable Dentures & Implants

Chattanooga, TN

06.2024 - Current

Assisted in dental procedures, such as scaling and root planing.
Took intraoral radiographs using digital X-ray equipment per doctor's orders.
Reviewed medical histories with each patient before beginning a new course of treatment.
Ensured that all paperwork was completed accurately prior to patient departure from office visit.
Obtained informed consent forms from patients prior to performing any treatment procedure.
Provided instruction to patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care measures.
Monitored and recorded patient vital signs, including temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure and respiration.
Sterilized instruments and equipment in accordance with established protocols.
Fabricated provisional crowns, bleaching trays and custom impression trays from alginate impressions or stone casts when necessary.
Instructed patients on how to use prescribed oral health aids and products.
Greeted incoming patients, verified insurance coverage and scheduled appointments.
Performed routine laboratory functions, including taking alginate impressions for study models.
Assisted dentist in the administration of local anesthetics and nitrous oxide sedation.
Maintained inventory of supplies used during treatments.
Set up operatories with appropriate instruments for each procedure prior to patient arrival.
Educated patients on post-operative instructions regarding diet, medications and activities.
Organized lab cases for dentists by tracking progress throughout production cycle until delivery back to practice.
Collected payments from patients at time of service or following completion of treatment plan via cash or credit card transactions.
Managed the front desk operations by answering phones, scheduling appointments and verifying insurance information.
Documented all treatment plans in patient records according to office standards.
Provided chairside assistance during periodontal surgeries as needed.
Prepared trays of instruments for dental procedures.
Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every consultation.
Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
Instructed patients on postoperative care to protect dental work and promote healing.
Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, applied dental fillings, placed temporary crowns and seated permanent crowns.
Supported dentist with completing minimally invasive and advanced surgical procedures.
Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
Escorted patients to exam rooms while making friendly conversation to prepare for cleanings and procedures.
Positioned patients for treatment by making chair adjustments and prepared necessary equipment for procedures.
Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
Created bitewing, panoramic and periapical X-ray images for dentist to review.
Sterilized tools, exam chair, trays and surfaces for clean and safe dental office.
Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
Followed dentists' directions for giving patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.
Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
Scheduled cleanings and dental appointments for patients using appointment software.
Supported dentist chairside with root canal and extraction procedures.
Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.
Utilized automated washers to sterilize instruments and prevent cross-infection between patients.
Explained dental services and payment plans to help patients make informed decisions.
Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
Assisted dentist during examinations by retracting patient's cheeks and tongue.
Performed basic laboratory tasks, such as pouring impressions and trimming models.
Checked with participants throughout procedures to help alleviate anxiety.
Updated patient records with new data and treatment information.
Exposed dental diagnostic x-rays.
Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
Sterilized dental equipment using automatic washers to prevent cross contamination.
Briefed patients on dental procedures and payment plans to help make informed decisions.
Cleaned and polished removable dentures, brackets, wires and other appliances.
Exposed diagnostic dental x-rays to analyze teeth condition.
Created and fit dental appliances for patients. adjusting as necessary.
Took medical and dental history and recorded vital signs of patients.
Gave patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.
Conducted dental cleanings and checked teeth for cracked fillings.
Gathered and documented patient medical and dental histories and vital signs.
Documented patient records during procedures and added notes taken to treatment chart.
Kept track of treatment information in patient records.
Prepared bills and completed insurance forms using system software.
Applied protective coating of fluoride to teeth during dental procedures.
Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
Assisted dentist during examination by retracting patient's tongue and cheeks.
Fabricated custom teeth impressions and temporary restorations for patients from given samples.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Registered Dental Assistant

Education

Associate's Degree in Dental Assisting - Certificate Program For Dental Assisting

High School Diploma -

Skills

Timeline

Registered Dental Assistant

Associate's Degree in Dental Assisting - Certificate Program For Dental Assisting

High School Diploma -

Similar Profiles

Dana NguyenDana Nguyen

Victoria HaynesVictoria Haynes

Morgan DollMorgan Doll

Alexiss BennettAlexiss Bennett

Albert SmithAlbert Smith