LANA ASHRE
Irvine,Ca
Summary
Motivated pre-dental student pursuing Biological sciences at UCI and certified Dental Assistant with a strong desire to gain hands-on experience in a dental environment. Proficient in chairside assisting, dental radiography, and adept at building patient relationships. Possesses a well-rounded knowledge of dentistry and brings enthusiasm and a strong work ethic to contribute to an excellent dental practice.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teaching Intern
Lext Robo Academy
Irvine, Ca
04.2021 - 10.2022
- Provided excellent face-to-face and phone customer service.
- Maintained supportive learning environments.
- Actively pursued professional development through conferences and workshops.
- Built positive relationships with students, guardians, and parents.
- Collaborated successfully with diverse coworkers to achieve goals.
- Contributed to operational improvements through effective problem-solving.
Shadowing - Internship Student
Dental House
Irvine, CA
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Performed and assisted in various dental procedures, ensuring equipment sterilization and setup.
- Managed patient data entry while maintaining strict confidentiality.
- Provided chair-side assistance during examinations, enhancing efficiency and patient comfort.
- Contributed to research and innovation, building positive relationships with dentists.
- Maintained cleanliness by sanitizing equipment, treatment rooms, and restocking supplies.
- Followed dentists' instructions for patient care, including administering desensitizing agents.
- Utilized automated washers for instrument sterilization, preventing cross-infection.
- Applied sealants and coatings for teeth protection against cavities
Dental Assistant and Dental Receptionist
QH dental
Irvine, CA
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, ensuring efficiency and patient comfort.
- Maintained cleanliness by sanitizing equipment, restocking supplies, and cleaning treatment rooms.
- Conducted various X-rays and documented detailed patient records and procedures performed.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-care, contributing to patient satisfaction.
- Reviewed patient records and health history, aiding dentists in quick assessments and diagnoses.
- Assisted dentists during examinations and administered desensitizing agents as directed.
- Established and retained a loyal patient base through empathetic and caring service.
- Managed appointments, calls, emails, and customer payments in a high-volume environment.
- Handled insurance billing, payment schedules, and document organization for claims.
- Demonstrated proficiency in front-desk reception, facilitating effective communication.
- Collaborated with medical scientists on reports and presentations, contributing to multi-disciplinary efforts.
- Oversaw medical office supply inventory, ensuring seamless workflow.
Temporary Dental Assistant
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Orange, CA
03.2023 - Current
- Prepared surgical areas for oral surgery, facilitating smooth procedures.
- Actively assisted oral surgeon during surgeries.
- Welcomed and guided patients, managing procedure preparations.
- Comforted anxious patients through attentive care.
- Assisted dentists in various procedures, cleanings, and examinations.
- Ensured dental equipment sterilization to prevent cross-contamination.
- Created and adjusted dental appliances for optimal fit.
- Conducted dental cleanings and checked for cracked fillings.
- Aided dentists during examinations, administering desensitizing agents.
- Documented patient records and maintained treatment charts during procedures.
- Established a clean, sterile, and welcoming environment for patient comfort.
Dental Assistant
Advanced Dental Clinic
Aliso Viejo, CA
12.2023 - 02.2024
- Supported dentist in treatments, took medical histories, and prepared dental materials.
- Provided chair-side assistance during procedures, educated patients on oral hygiene.
- Maintained a clean office, handled administrative tasks, and conducted routine equipment maintenance.
- Took digital X-rays, sterilized instruments, and fabricated temporary dental work.
- Managed supplies, handled insurance billing, greeted and escorted patients.
- Reviewed patient charts, ensured data confidentiality, and supported laboratory procedures.
- Played a key role in examinations, documented patient records, and utilized automated washers for sterilization.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods for accurate assessments.
- Built patient loyalty through empathetic and caring service.
- Took preliminary impressions for custom dental work.
Dental Assistant
Elegance Family Dentistry - Dr. Shahram Salimy
Newport Beach, CA
02.2024 - Current
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
UCI
Irvine, CA06-2026
Minor - Medical Humanities
UCI
Irvine, CA06-2026
Minor - Psychology
UCI
Irvine, CA06-2026
Associate of Arts - Psychology
IVC
Irvine, CA12.2023
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
IVC
Irvine, CA12-2023
Associate of Science - Chemistry
IVC
Irvine, CA12-2023
Certified Dental Assistant - Dental Assisting
OC Dental Academy
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA03.2023
High School Diploma -
IGCSE
Kuwait, KW01.2021
Skills
- Good Work Ethic
- Critical Thinking
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Relationship Building
- Planning & Organizing
- Dentrix Proficiency
- Restorative Procedures
- Patient Care Standards
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Emergency Dental Care
Accomplishments
•CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION
Best class performance
• KOC CEO HSSE/CERTIFICATE
Participation in the youth & children's category
• ANNUAL SPORTS DAY2018/ CERTIFICATE OF MERIT
Teamwork, basketball high school team
• ANNUAL SPORTS DAY2019 / CERTIFICATE OF MERIT
Team captain, teamwork, football high school team
• ROBO TOURNEY 2022/ INSPIRE AWARD
A team leader/coach
• VOLUNTEERING APPRECIATION OF ICOI
helping community
• PARTICIPATION AWARD SPRING 2022 IVC
communication performance
• STUDY CLUB DOCTER (ONSITE) ALIGN EDUCATION
continuing education course attendance verification
• IVC Honors certification
course attendance and performance verification
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- CA Radiation & safety (X-Ray) certification
- CA 8-hour Infection Control certification
- CA Dental Practice Act certification
- CPR-Healthcare Provider through The American Heart Association
- CA coronal polishing certification
- CA pits & fissure Sealants certification
Affiliations
- Campuswide Honors Collegium UCI
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Elegance Family Dentistry - Dr. Shahram Salimy
02.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant
Advanced Dental Clinic
12.2023 - 02.2024
Dental Assistant and Dental Receptionist
QH dental
03.2023 - 11.2023
Temporary Dental Assistant
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
03.2023 - Current
Shadowing - Internship Student
Dental House
06.2022 - 08.2022
Student Teaching Intern
Lext Robo Academy
04.2021 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
UCI
Minor - Medical Humanities
UCI
Minor - Psychology
UCI
Associate of Arts - Psychology
IVC
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
IVC
Associate of Science - Chemistry
IVC
Certified Dental Assistant - Dental Assisting
OC Dental Academy
High School Diploma -
IGCSE
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