Lorena Avila
Miami,FL
Summary
Experienced dental professional dedicated to delivering high-quality dental care. Skilled in scaling, polishing, and utilizing radiographic equipment for accurate diagnoses and effective treatments. Collaborative approach promotes seamless teamwork and adaptability.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Hygienist
South Dental
05.2023 - Current
- Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
- Provided comprehensive dental care, including cleanings, fluoride treatments, and sealant application for diverse patient populations, including high-demand days with up to 12 patients.
Dental Hygienist
Family Plus Dental Center
09.2021 - Current
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene and nutrition and provided instructions for brushing, flossing and other preventive care.
- Sterilized equipment to keep dental tools clean and safe for use, reducing risk of infection.
Dental Hygienist
Seda Dental
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Performed restorations, root canals, extractions, cosmetic and prosthodontic procedures, teeth cleaning, sealant and fluoride applications, and placement of porcelain crowns
Dental Hygienist
Family Smile Dental Center
12.2020 - 03.2021
- Conducted dental X-rays for diagnostic purposes, ensuring accurate treatment planning.
- Performed comprehensive dental cleanings and preventive treatments.
- Administered topical anesthetics to patients' gums to prepare areas being worked on.
Dentist
Maracaibo Children's Hospital
07.2008 - 12.2017
- Provided dental care for children and developed educational and preventive programs
- Performed restorations, extractions, pulpotomy, sealants and fluoride application
Dentist/Owner
Dental Clinic
03.1991 - 12.2017
- Founded and ran a successful dental practice, overseeing patient care, staff, finances, and operations, driving growth and maintaining high-quality service.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Dentistry -
Zulia University
Maracaibo, VenezuelaSkills
- Local anesthesia administration
- Digital radiography and X-ray interpretation
- Proficient in Dentrix, Eaglesoft, and other dental software
- Excellent communication and patient care skills
- Patient education on oral hygiene and preventive care
- Attention to detail
Certification
- Local Anesthesia Certification - Florida Board of Dentistry.
- CPR Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Dental Hygienist
South Dental
05.2023 - Current
Dental Hygienist
Seda Dental
11.2021 - 03.2022
Dental Hygienist
Family Plus Dental Center
09.2021 - Current
Dental Hygienist
Family Smile Dental Center
12.2020 - 03.2021
Dentist
Maracaibo Children's Hospital
07.2008 - 12.2017
Dentist/Owner
Dental Clinic
03.1991 - 12.2017
- Local Anesthesia Certification - Florida Board of Dentistry.
- CPR Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
Bachelor's Degree in Dentistry -
Zulia University
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