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Madison Morningstar

Madison Morningstar

Kailua,HI

Summary

Experienced Lead Dental Assistant with a strong focus on surgical support, infection control, and patient communication. Proven ability to assist in complex procedures and maintain a sterile environment.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Dental Assistant

Kakaako smiles
Honolulu, Hawaii
10.2019 - Current
  • Supervised daily operations of dental assisting team at Kakaako Smiles.
  • Assisted in clinical procedures, providing support to dentists during treatments.
  • Managed inventory of dental supplies, maintaining optimal stock levels.
  • Assisted with the setup of treatment rooms and sterilization of instruments.
  • Produced opposing models, study casts and impressions to provide dentists with information on relationship between teeth, gums, and dental arches.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control standards and safety regulations.
  • Communicated effectively with patients to address concerns and explain procedures.
  • Assisted in the training of new dental assistants by providing guidance on protocols and processes.
  • Operated dental imaging equipment to obtain diagnostic radiographs.
  • Took part in surgical procedures by assisting Dentist.

Dental Assistant

Hawaii Family Dental Centers
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
01.2017 - 09.2019
  • Prepared treatment rooms and equipment for patient procedures.
  • Assisted dentists during examinations and dental procedures.
  • Managed patient scheduling and coordinated appointments efficiently.
  • Sterilized instruments and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
  • Provided compassionate support to patients during their visits.
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
  • Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
  • Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
  • Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
  • Designed custom dental prosthetics for diverse patient needs.
  • Assisted orthodontist in patient examinations and treatment planning.
  • Performed surgical procedures including gum grafts and dental implant placement.

Oral and Maxillofacial surgery assistant

Oral Surgery Hawaii
Honolulu, Hawaii
05.2015 - 12.2016
  • Assisted oral surgeons during various surgical procedures and patient preparations.
  • Maintained sterilization of instruments and ensured a clean surgery environment.
  • Managed inventory of surgical supplies and facilitated timely reordering processes.
  • Educated patients on post-operative care and answered their questions effectively.
  • Took part in surgical procedures by assisting oral surgeon.
  • Sanitized all instruments used during surgery according to hospital standards.
  • Administered medications under the direction of a surgeon.
  • Assisted with wound closure, suturing and dressing changes as directed by surgeons.
  • Maintained sterile environment in the operating room.
  • Monitored vital signs of patients before, during and after surgery.
  • Handled emergency situations calmly and efficiently.
  • Kept track of time spent on each procedure.
  • Performed pre-operative and post-operative examinations to check patients' vitals and health status.
  • Collaborated with surgical teams for implant placement and restoration.
  • Educated patients on prosthetic care and maintenance requirements.
  • Performed surgical procedures such as bone grafting and implant placement.
  • Reviewed x-rays or CT scans to assess potential problems with existing implants or prostheses.

Oral and Maxillofacial surgery assistant

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Associates
Honolulu, Hawaii
08.2014 - 05.2015
  • Assisted oral surgeons during various surgical procedures and patient preparations.
  • Maintained sterilization of instruments and ensured a clean surgery environment.
  • Managed inventory of surgical supplies and facilitated timely reordering processes.
  • Took part in surgical procedures by assisting oral surgeon.
  • Sanitized all instruments used during surgery according to hospital standards.
  • Administered medications under the direction of a surgeon.
  • Assisted with wound closure, suturing and dressing changes as directed by surgeons.
  • Assisted surgeons with pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative procedures.

Education

Associate of Science - Pre Nursing

Kapiloani Community College
Honolulu, HI

Skills

  • Patient communication
  • Infection control
  • Clinical assistance
  • Surgical support
  • Dental imaging
  • Inventory management
  • Team leadership
  • Nitrous oxide administration
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Impression taking
  • Radiographic proficiency

Certification

  • Registered Dental Assistant in California
  • OMSA Oral and Maxillofacial Anesthesia Certification of California
  • X-ray and Radiation Certification of California
  • CPR and BLS certification

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Lead Dental Assistant

Kakaako smiles
10.2019 - Current

Dental Assistant

Hawaii Family Dental Centers
01.2017 - 09.2019

Oral and Maxillofacial surgery assistant

Oral Surgery Hawaii
05.2015 - 12.2016

Oral and Maxillofacial surgery assistant

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Associates
08.2014 - 05.2015

Associate of Science - Pre Nursing

Kapiloani Community College

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