MARIA BELEN MINACA
Lake Worth,FL
Summary
Dynamic dental professional with extensive experience at the Ministry of Public Health of Ecuador, excelling in patient examination and treatment planning. Proven ability to educate on oral health while collaborating effectively with healthcare teams. Skilled in restorative procedures and committed to delivering high-quality care in challenging environments.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Rural Health Service Year
Ministry of Public Health of Ecuador
Ibarra, Ecuador
12.2024 - 12.2025
- Comprehensive dental care for patients of all ages at the primary care level.
Promotion and prevention of oral health in the community. - Delivered dental exams and treatment plans for rural health patients.
- Managed emergency dental care for pain, trauma, and infection cases.
- Diagnosed oral conditions and documented findings in clinical records.
- Performed cleanings, fillings, and extractions using standard dental instruments.
- Conducted root canals, extractions, fillings, crowns and other restorative procedures.
- Performed patient examinations, charted dental history and developed treatment plans.
- Educated community patients on oral hygiene and preventive care.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care measures.
- Instructed patients on effective brushing and flossing techniques during dental visits.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits in electronic health records system.
- Examined patients' teeth, gums and oral tissue to identify and diagnose conditions.
- Explained procedures, answered questions and administered additional pain relief to help patients feel comfortable.
- Prescribed medications and antibiotics to treat infections or pain relief associated with dental work.
- Took x-rays to identify areas of decay or other abnormalities in the mouth.
- Maintained sterile operatories and followed infection control procedures.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Scheduled follow-up appointments to monitor progress of treatments or surgeries performed.
- Analyzed X-rays and reviewed patients' health backgrounds to devise appropriate treatment course.
- Kept up-to-date on advances in dentistry by attending seminars and conferences.
- Designed and fitted patients with dentures, bridges and other prosthodontic dental appliances.
- Participated in dental health programs to educate community.
WAITRESS
RESTAURANTE LA BAMBA
FLORIDA, EE. UU.
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Customer service and front-of-house service. Cash handling and daily till reconciliation. Provided operational support in various areas at the till, in the kitchen, at reception and at the bar
Education
High School Diploma -
Rusmed Training Center - FIASP University
FIASP Umiversity Of São Paulo08-2026
Bachelor of Dentistry -
Universidad De Las Américas
Quito, Ecuador07-2024
Bachelor -
Unidad Educativa Particular Sagrados Corazones De Rumipamba
Ecuador07-2019
Skills
- Patient examination
- Oral diagnosis
- X ray interpretation
- Clinical dentistry
- Restorative procedures
- Treatment planning
- Patient management
- Patient education
- Community outreach
- Team collaboration
- Collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Organization and time management
- Analytical and critical thinking
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 2001-11-16
- Gender: Femenino
- Nationality: Ecuatoriana
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Certification
- Esthetic Medicine and Advanced Regeneration
Timeline
Rural Health Service Year
Ministry of Public Health of Ecuador
12.2024 - 12.2025
WAITRESS
RESTAURANTE LA BAMBA
09.2021 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
Rusmed Training Center - FIASP University
Bachelor of Dentistry -
Universidad De Las Américas
Bachelor -
Unidad Educativa Particular Sagrados Corazones De Rumipamba