Maria Beck
Jamaica,NY
Summary
Friendly dental assistant with several years of success building strong relationships with patients and providing quality support during dental procedures. Knowledgeable and experienced in dental procedures. Works well with all personality types when interacting with patients and staff.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Forest Hills Orthodontics
Forest Hills, NY
02.2017 - 04.2021
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
- Assisted the doctor with bracket placement and removal of braces.
- Assisted with replacing Niti and stainless steel wires.
- I assisted in the fabrication of clear retainers.
- Captured and documented patients' progress photos before and after treatment.
Dental Assistant
Dental Serenity
New York, NY
01.2016 - 02.2016
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
Education
Dental Assisting - Dental Assisting
Monroe Community College
Rochester, NY05-2020
Certified Dental Assistant - Dental Assisting
The New York School For Medical And Dental Assistants
Long Island City, NY01-2015
Skills
- Patient Education
- Dental Hygiene
- Equipment Sterilization
- Clinical Support
- Instrument preparation
- Chair-side support
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Forest Hills Orthodontics
02.2017 - 04.2021
Dental Assistant
Dental Serenity
01.2016 - 02.2016
Dental Assisting - Dental Assisting
Monroe Community College
Certified Dental Assistant - Dental Assisting
The New York School For Medical And Dental Assistants
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