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Leslie Colotl Bravo

Toms River

Summary

Certified dental professional with solid background in dental assisting and patient care. Skilled in chairside assistance, radiography, and infection control. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs in fast-paced clinical environment.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Dental Assistant

Dental Clinic
01.2024 - Current
  • Reduced dentist''s workload during procedures by anticipating their needs and having necessary instruments readily available.
  • Utilized advanced dental equipment proficiently, including intraoral cameras and digital radiography tools, to support comprehensive patient assessments.
  • Promoted a positive environment for patients and staff through effective communication and teamwork.
  • Increased patient retention by developing strong relationships and providing personalized care.
  • Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, [Type], casts and impressions.
  • Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Prepared treatment rooms efficiently, adhering to strict sanitation guidelines to ensure patient safety.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Facilitated effective communication between dentists and non-English speaking patients using bilingual skills when needed.
  • Enhanced office efficiency by maintaining accurate records, scheduling appointments, and managing inventory.
  • Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
  • Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
  • Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.

Dental Assistant

Dental Clinic
10.2020 - 12.2023
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
  • Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
  • Assisted in dental radiography, ensuring safety and accuracy for diagnostic purposes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lakewood High School
Lakewood, NJ

Dental Assistant Certification -

OCVTS
Toms River, NJ

Skills

  • Patient education
  • Dental radiography
  • Impression taking expertise
  • Infection control proficiency
  • Restorative dentistry
  • Oral surgery
  • Oral surgery assistance
  • Medical records management
  • Restorative dentistry assistance
  • Restorative procedures
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Dental radiography techniques
  • HIPAA regulations
  • Nitrous oxide administration
  • Patient management
  • Team collaboration

Certification

  • Certified Dental Assistant
  • X-ray License
  • Infection control Certification
  • General Chair Side Certification
  • Dental Assistant OCVTS Certification

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Certified Dental Assistant

Dental Clinic
01.2024 - Current

Dental Assistant

Dental Clinic
10.2020 - 12.2023

High School Diploma -

Lakewood High School

Dental Assistant Certification -

OCVTS