LESLIE CARVAJALES
Coral Springs,USA
Summary
Skilled Dental Assistant with over 12 years of experience supporting general and specialty dentistry, including pediatric, endodontics, and implant procedures. Proficient in implant placement (All-on-4), 3D and implant scanning, ortho adjustments, and temporary crowns. Experienced with Open Dental software, radiography (Panoramic, CBCT, bitewing, periapical), and strict sterilization protocols.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Expanded Function Dental Assistant
The Smile mission
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
02.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant
The Smile Mission
Pompano Beach, USA
02.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated over 12 years of dental experience by practicing as a dentist in Colombia since 2008 with professionalism and dedication
- Assisted in general dentistry and specialties including pediatric dentistry, endodontics, surgery, periodontics, and oral hygiene, improving patient care quality
- Applied expertise in implant placement for all-on-4, packing cord, 3D scanning, uncovering implants, making temporary crowns, ortho adjustments, fillings, and implant scanning, facilitating successful complex procedures
- Utilized Open Dental system to perform panoramic, CBCT, bitewing, and periapical x-rays, enhancing diagnostic accuracy
- Maintained strict adherence to disinfection and sterilization protocols for dental instruments, ensuring patient safety and compliance
Certified Surgical First Assistant
01.2026 - 06.2028
Education
Expanded Function Dental Assistant -
Certified Surgical First Assistant -
Skills
- Knowledge of general anatomy of the mouth and dental terms
- Dental materials management
- Open Dental software
- Preparing exam rooms
- Panoramic radiography
- Restorative Functions for Dental Assistants certification
- Assisting dentists during procedures
- Operate 3D scanners for imaging
- CBCT imaging
- Sterilizing instruments
- Instruments cleaning and proper sterilization protocol
- Patient education
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Prosthodontic support
- Restorative procedures
- Digital dental records
- Dental radiography proficiency
- Time management
- Appointment scheduling
- Orthodontic assistance
- Continuing education
Certification
- EFDA Certificate
- Restorative Functions for Dental Assistants certification
- CPR certification
- X-ray certification
Timeline
Certified Surgical First Assistant
01.2026 - 06.2028
Expanded Function Dental Assistant
The Smile mission
02.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant
The Smile Mission
02.2024 - Current