Maddison Hickey
Myrtle Beach,SC
Summary
Passionate dental assistant with extensive experience at Dr. Andrea Mattia DDS, excelling in patient education and chair-side support. Skilled in taking cephalometric and panoramic X-rays, while fostering strong patient relations. Recognized for implementing effective stress management techniques, ensuring a positive experience and environment for all patients during treatments while assisting the dental team deliver high-quality care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Dr. Andrea Mattia DDS
09.2023 - Current
- Pediatric and General Dentistry/Orthodontists
- Provide patient and parent communication
- Implement behavior management and child comfort techniques
- Educate patients on preventive care, appliance care, treatment progress and oral hygiene
- Assist dentist in model pouring, alginate mixing, sealants, fluoride, charting, fillings, and extractions
- Maintain sterile work environment, (OSHA standards) and manage instrument set up
- Support front office with scheduling and patient flow as needed
- Hold strong knowledge of chair- side procedures across all departments
- Aide in cosmetic procedures such as veneers, crowns,bridges, whitening and implant restorations
- Perform cephalometric and panoramic x-rays
- Bond, ,de-bond and change wires
- I Tero scanner trained
- Help with patient recordkeeping and charting
Aesthetician
Aesthetics With Alexis
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Fostered friendly, warm, and exceptional customer experience.
- Advised clients on proper home-care regimens.
- Assessed condition of clients' skin in order to make recommendations to improve skin quality.
- Performed waxing, body wrap application, and gentle exfoliation to improve overall skin condition.
- Provided clients with knowledge of all cosmetic services being provided.
- Sterilized equipment for patient treatments.
- Flexibly worked evenings and weekends
- Used social media platforms to promote salon and services.
- Developed loyal following of clients by providing high-quality services.
- Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy skin based on needs and preferences.
Education
Certificate -
Capri Cosmetology
Nanuet, NY03.2022
High School Diploma Regents - General Studies
Monroe Woodbury High School
Central Valley, NY06.2019
Skills
- Instrument preparation
- Treatment room breakdown
- Patient relations
- Dental staff support
- Chairside assistance
- Stress management techniques for patients
- Disinfecting rooms and equipment
- Chair-side support
- Patient education ( preventive care, appliance, hygiene)
- Equipment sterilization
- Taking X-rays ( cephalometric and panoramic)
- Procedure support
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Dr. Andrea Mattia DDS
09.2023 - Current
Aesthetician
Aesthetics With Alexis
05.2022 - 09.2023
Certificate -
Capri Cosmetology
High School Diploma Regents - General Studies
Monroe Woodbury High School