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Laura Samayoa

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Compassionate and detail-oriented assistant with 20 years of experience in assisting in a variety of dental procedures and ensuring patient comfort. Seeking to leverage my skills in patient education, office administration, and clinical assistance to contribute to a dynamic dental practice and promote positive patient outcomes.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RDA

Modern American Dentistry
01.2022 - Current

Chair side assisting in general dentistry and also oral surgery/ implant procedures

Prepare patients as well as room for procedures accordingly

Digital x-rays, intra-oral photos, Itero scan of all patients

Itero and medit scanner use for all fixed prosthetics, night guards, sleep devices, invisalign, Ortho appliances

Whitening systems such as boost GLO

Temporary fabrication

Lab case manager and Invisalign case manager. Handling all communication with all labs and monitoring scanners to make sure all cases are submitted properly

Order supplies. Create a biweekly list of needed supplies, checking inventory, and online orders with Patterson dental.

RDA/ Front Office

Playa Vista Dental Care
10.2019 - 12.2021

Chair side assisting in general dentistry in a multiple doctor practice including Perio and Endo

Prepare patients as well as the room for the patients

Digital x-rays and intra-oral images before exams

Take impressions for night guards, invisalign, bleaching trays, partials

Performed in office whitening using Zoom system

Fabrication on temporary crowns, inlays, bridges, veneers

Handling Invisalign cases including; taking impressions and photos, ordering materials, Vivera retainers, following up with pending cases, placing attachments and instruction with patient on how to wear trays

Front office duties including and not limited to: scheduling appointments for multiple doctors and hygiene, screening for Covid-19 symptoms, verifying insurance, entering treatment plans, collecting payments, after care calls, handling of all lab case going out and returning

RDA/ Lead Assistant

South Bay Dental Studio
10.2015 - 10.2019

Chair side assisting in all general dental procedures

Prepare patients as well as the room for the patients

Gathered digital x-rays of each patient before seen

Impressions for night guards, temporary splints, dentures, and invisalign cases

Fabrication of temporary crowns, inlays, and bridges, and veneers

Performed whitening using Boost Opalescence

Maintain area cleanliness, order and organize lists for monthly supplies

Front desk duties such as scheduling appointments, verifying insurance and entering treatment plans

Handling of all Lab cases

Education

Dental Assistant - Dental Assisting

Bryman College
Los Angeles, CA
07.2005

Skills

  • Excellent Communication
  • Patient Interaction and Empathy
  • Attention to Detail
  • Time Management
  • Team Collaboration
  • Problem Solving
  • Multitasking
  • Strong Organizational Skills
  • Professionalism
  • Adaptability
  • Bilingual

Certification

Registered Dental Assistant

Timeline

RDA

Modern American Dentistry
01.2022 - Current

RDA/ Front Office

Playa Vista Dental Care
10.2019 - 12.2021

RDA/ Lead Assistant

South Bay Dental Studio
10.2015 - 10.2019

Registered Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant - Dental Assisting

Bryman College
Laura Samayoa