Open To Work
Latrese Williams
Wilmington,NC
Summary
Smart professional with exemplary communication and collaboration skills and the determination to advocate for patients. Enthusiastic and outgoing with a vast understanding of patient care both in the operating and post-surgical areas. Also Efficient Hygiene Assistant with 3 years of experience in dental and orthodontic practices. Proficient at facilitating smooth patient flow through office and keeping equipment and supplies stocked, available and clean. Versatile performer with strong hygiene knowledge and dental chairside skills. And the bonus Driven Dental Assistant successful at building relationships with patients and colleagues. Offers expertise in patient care and education to support optimal oral health outcomes. Attentive and prepared professional dedicated to practice growth and stability
graduating from a CODA accredited school qualification me to take X-ray and perform Coronal polishing
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant/Dental Hygiene Assistant
Med North health center
Wilmington, NC
09.2024 - 08.2025
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for a restorative or a extraction or crown, and also root canal procedures daily.
Hygiene Assistant/Dental Assistant
Smile Starters
Wilmington, NC
06.2022 - 07.2024
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms, bathrooms, equipment, furniture and fixtures
- Assisted with the implementation of hygiene protocols and procedures
- Complied with OSHA regulations concerning proper use of protective clothing when cleaning contaminated areas
- Managed use, cleaning, sterilization and storage of instruments according to American Dental
- Association standards
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
Oral Surgery Assistant
Carolinas Oral and Facial Surgery Center
Wilmington, NC
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted oral surgeons in preparing for and executing dental procedures
- Provided patient care before, during, and after surgery, including taking vital signs
- Prepared treatment rooms by setting up instruments, supplies, and medications needed for procedures
- Educated patients on pre-operative instructions as well as post-operative expectations
- Administered local anesthetics to numb the surgical area prior to oral surgery procedures
- Monitored patient's condition during surgery by observing vital signs and alerting surgeon of any changes or problems
- Documented patient medical histories and assisted with other paperwork related to the procedure
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed throughout the duration of each procedure
- Assisted with suturing wounds closed following surgical operations when necessary
- Kept accurate records regarding patients' treatments performed in accordance with HIPAA standards
- Instructed patients on proper home care techniques following oral surgery
- Assisted oral surgeon by preparing surgical area ahead of time so that procedures could take place
- Took part in surgical procedures by assisting oral surgeon
- Kept track of treatment information in patient records.
Hygiene Assistant/Dental Assistant
O2 Dental Group
Wilmington, NC
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted dentists in providing dental treatments to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures such as prophylaxis, sealants, restorations, and periodontal scaling
- Maintained inventory of supplies and ordered new items when necessary
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, preventative care measures and post-treatment instructions
- Cleaned and disinfected surfaces in operatories between patients
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations, sterilized instruments and equipment, set up trays with instruments and materials needed by the dentist
- Assisted in the maintenance of dental records using a computer system
- Greeted patients warmly upon arrival at office and provided them with relevant paperwork to fill out prior to examination or treatment
- Provided support services to ensure effective operation of the clinic such as stocking shelves with supplies or disposing of hazardous waste properly
- Educated patients on general oral hygiene and on care and recommended measures specific to current visit
- Prepared tools and materials for dentist use during procedures and passed instruments to dentist upon request
- Reviewed and coordinated patient insurance coverage, collected payments, issued receipts and scheduled follow-up appointments
- Updated patient records with new data and treatment information
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures
- Conducted dental cleanings and checked teeth for cracked fillings
- Created and fit dental appliances for patients
- Adjusting as necessary
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Assisting
Miller-Motte College
03.2022
Skills
- Post-Surgical Care
- Dental Procedure Knowledge
- Surgical Procedure Preparations
- Patient Counseling
- Instrument Tray Preparation
- Equipment Sterilization
- Treatment Planning
- Periodontics
- Medical Charting
- Sealant Application
- Treatment Room Setup
- Crown and Bridge Construction
- Restorative Procedures
- Treatment Room Breakdown
- Surgical Extractions
- Scaling and Root Planing
- Instrument Sterilization
- Denture Adjustment
- Sterilization Techniques
- Exam Room Setups
- Dental Radiography
- Emergency Dental Care
- Patient Care Standards
- Fluoride Treatments
- Root canal treatment
- Root canal procedures
- Root removal
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteTimeline
Dental Assistant/Dental Hygiene Assistant
Med North health center
09.2024 - 08.2025
Oral Surgery Assistant
Carolinas Oral and Facial Surgery Center
08.2023 - 09.2023
Hygiene Assistant/Dental Assistant
O2 Dental Group
03.2023 - 08.2023
Hygiene Assistant/Dental Assistant
Smile Starters
06.2022 - 07.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Assisting
Miller-Motte College
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