Laisha Estupinan
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Dedicated and highly organized Dental Assistant with a proven track record of delivering exceptional patient care and ensuring smooth clinical operations. Skilled in comprehensive chairside assisting, accurate radiography, and strict adherence to sterilization and infection control protocols. Adept at driving patient education to improve treatment compliance and fostering a comfortable environment for anxious patients. A collaborative professional seeking to bring clinical expertise and administrative efficiency to a dynamic dental practice.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Myra Gutierrez
1129 Green Oaks Rd
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted in patient preparation and comfort during dental procedures.
- Maintained accurate patient records and updated treatment plans.
- Sterilized instruments and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-procedure care.
- Collaborated with dentists to improve workflow efficiency during treatments.
- Trained new staff on office procedures and patient interaction techniques.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- 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.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
- Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
- Enhanced patient comfort by carefully explaining procedures and addressing concerns prior to treatments.
- Facilitated patient education on oral hygiene practices, contributing to improved dental health.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing timely assistance during complex dental procedures.
- Assisted in emergency dental procedures, providing critical support in high-pressure situations.
- Supported dental procedures, ensuring efficient operation and patient satisfaction.
- Contributed to comfortable patient experience, offering reassurance and support throughout treatments.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
Dental Assistant Externship 80 Hours
Briden Dental
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Prepare patients, sterilize and disinfect instruments, setup instrument trays, prepare materials, and assist dentist during dental procedures.
- Record treatment information in patient records.
- Assist dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies.
- Order and monitor dental supplies and equipment inventory.
- Expose dental diagnostic x-rays.
Youth Worker
Colonia Country Club Youth Center
Fort Worth, TX
09.2024 - Current
- Enforce rules and regulations of recreational facilities to maintain discipline and ensure safety.
- Organize, lead, and promote interest in recreational activities such as arts, crafts, sports games, camping, and hobbies.
- Assess the needs and interests of individuals and groups and plan activities accordingly, given the available equipment or facilities.
- Manage daily operations for recreation facilities.
- Administer first aid according to prescribed procedures and notify emergency medical personnel when necessary.
Education
High School Diploma -
Texas State Board of Dental Examiners
06.2024
Certification - BLS for Healthcare Provider, CPR and AED
American Heart Association
Certificate Program - Dental Assistant
The College of Health Care Professions
Fort Worth, TX05.2025
Skills
CPR/AED
Instrument sterilization
Treatment room preparation
Instrument tray preparation
Disinfection and sterilization
Teamwork and collaboration
Chairside assistance
Dental procedure preparation
Patient schedule management
Instrument preparation
Oral health education
Oral X-rays
Strong writing and verbal skills
Oral healthcare
Infection control procedures
Surgical setup
Chair-side support
Team collaboration abilities
HIPAA compliance
Dental terminology
Dental impression
Regulatory compliance
Laboratory case management
Emergency response preparedness
Patient record maintenance
Data confidentiality measures
Clinical support
Continuing education commitment
Restorative dentistry
Endodontic procedure assistance
Oral surgery assistance
Restorative procedures
First aid training
Teeth cleaning assistance
Sanitation protocols
Treatment room breakdown
Infection control proficiency
Team collaboration
Appointment scheduling
Treatment room setup
Equipment sterilization
Digital X-ray proficiency
Dental impressions
Fabricating Temporary Crowns
Minor Office Surgical Procedures
Autoclave Sterilization
Medical Terminology
Assist with Patient Care
Reception duties
- Charting
- Instrument sterilization
- Treatment room preparation
- Radiography safety
- Taking X-rays
- Instrument preparation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- CPR/AED
- Disinfecting rooms and equipment
- Chairside assistance
- Dental impression specialist
- Patient record maintenance
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Dental radiography
- Sterilization techniques
- Digital X-ray proficiency
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Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Myra Gutierrez
08.2025 - Current
Dental Assistant Externship 80 Hours
Briden Dental
02.2025 - 05.2025
Youth Worker
Colonia Country Club Youth Center
09.2024 - Current
Certification - BLS for Healthcare Provider, CPR and AED
American Heart Association
High School Diploma -
Texas State Board of Dental Examiners
Certificate Program - Dental Assistant
The College of Health Care Professions