Leidiana Labrada
Miami
Summary
- Licensed Dental Hygienist with strong clinical experience in preventive and periodontal care. Skilled in dental prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance, periodontal charting, and patient education. Proficient in Dentrix for clinical charting and treatment documentation. Committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while maintaining strict infection control, HIPAA compliance, and OSHA/CDC standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Dental Assistant
RomanoPerio & Associates
Miami
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted the dentist during surgical and periodontal procedures, ensuring proper instrument transfer and chairside support.
- Prepared treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for surgical procedures, maintaining strict aseptic technique.
- Performed suctioning, retraction, and patient positioning to support procedural efficiency and patient comfort.
- Assisted with local anesthesia setup, surgical tray organization, and post-operative cleanup.
- Provided post-operative instructions and patient support following surgical and periodontal treatments.
- Maintained sterilization and infection control protocols in compliance with OSHA and CDC guidelines.
- Managed operatory turnover and ensured proper disposal of biohazardous and clinical waste.
- Collaborated with the dental team to ensure a smooth workflow and high-quality patient care.
Dental Assistant
Kendall Breeze Dental
Miami
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Assist the dentist during dental procedures such as implant placement, wisdom teeth extractions, sinus lift, RCT, intraoral scanning, uploading digital scans, and experience in orthodontics with clear aligners and conventional braces.
- Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment
- Take dental x-rays
- Provide chairside assistance to the dentist during procedures
- Educate patients on oral hygiene and postoperative care
- Perform basic laboratory tasks, such as pouring and trimming models. Scanning designing, 3D printing, dental photography
- Make temporary crown
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
- Follow infection control protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment
- Familiarity with orthodontics, digital dentistry (CAD/CAM technology) and implant surgery is a plus
- Understanding of dental anatomy and terminology
- Knowledge of infection control protocols and adherence to HIPAA regulations
- Ability to take accurate vital signs and record medical documentation
Dental Assistant
Latin Dental of Miami
Miami
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Utilized automated washers to sterilize instruments and prevent cross-infection between patients.
- Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Assisted dentist during examinations by retracting patient's cheeks and tongue.
- Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.
- Explained dental services and payment plans to help patients make informed decisions.
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
Prosthetic Technician
Fernando Comas Dental lab
Miami
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Participated in training to maintain technical expertise and proficiency on applicable equipment.
- Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.
- Managed quality control and maintained high level of customer satisfaction.
- Operated various diagnostic tools to determine repair plans.
- Utilized hand tools and epoxy to safely splice cables.
- Restored product condition using proven techniques.
Dentist
Policlinico Universitario Ignacio Agramonte
Camaguey
08.2015 - 02.2022
- Analyzed X-rays and reviewed patients' health backgrounds to devise appropriate treatment course.
- Designed and fitted patients with dentures, bridges and other prosthodontic dental appliances.
- Explained procedures, answered questions and administered additional pain relief to help patients feel comfortable.
- Took impressions for dental appliances and sent prosthesis to outside dental labs.
- Examined patients' teeth, gums and oral tissue to identify and diagnose conditions.
- Kept patient information confidential and respected patients rights to privacy.
- Taught patients how to properly brush and floss for optimal dental health.
- Collected information from patients, parents and guardians about dental care and issues of concern.
- Conducted oral cancer screenings by thoroughly examining patients' mouths to identify problematic areas.
- Assisted with recruitment, training and management of staff.
- Trained dental staff members on dental hygiene, dental care, dental emergencies and techniques.
- Prepared patients for procedures by administering medication for pain control.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene to promote oral health and disease prevention.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Odontology
Instituto Superior De Ciencias Medicas
Cuba07.2015
Skills
- Dental prophylaxis and maintenance
- Periodontal assessment and charting
- Plaque and calculus removal
- Patient education and prevention
- Dentrix software software
- Infection control protocols
- HIPAA and OSHA compliance
- Patient-centered communication
Licenses & Certifications
- Licensed Dental Hygienist – Florida
- CPR / BLS Certification
Timeline
Surgical Dental Assistant
RomanoPerio & Associates
07.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant
Kendall Breeze Dental
06.2023 - 07.2024
Dental Assistant
Latin Dental of Miami
10.2022 - 06.2023
Prosthetic Technician
Fernando Comas Dental lab
04.2022 - 09.2022
Dentist
Policlinico Universitario Ignacio Agramonte
08.2015 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Odontology
Instituto Superior De Ciencias Medicas