
Dedicated and experienced Dental Assistant with 6 years in general dentistry. Adept at patient care, assisting with procedures, and maintaining a sterile and organized work environment. Seeking to leverage my expertise to contribute to a dynamic dental practice.
Chairside Assistance: Assisted dentists during a variety of procedures, including restorative treatments (fillings, crowns), extractions, endodontics (root canals), and prosthetics.
- Patient Care: Ensured patient comfort, communicated effectively to alleviate concerns, and provided a friendly and reassuring environment.
-Preliminary Assessments: Conducted preliminary dental assessments, including taking and developing radiographs (X-rays) and performing intraoral imaging.
- Room Preparation:Prepared examination and surgical rooms by setting up instruments and materials needed for specific procedures.
- Infection Control:Maintained strict infection control standards by sterilizing instruments, disinfecting treatment areas, and adhering to OSHA and HIPAA regulations.
- Record Management: Managed patient records, inputting and updating information accurately using Dentrix and Fuse software.
- Inventory Management: Assisted in inventory management by ordering dental supplies and ensuring the clinic was well-stocked with necessary materials.
- Patient Education:Provided post-operative instructions and oral hygiene education to patients, ensuring they understood their care plans and how to maintain good oral health.
- Bilingual Spanish speaker
-Proficient in Dentrix and Fuse dental software
- Strong knowledge of dental instruments and procedures
- Excellent patient care and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
- Knowledge of dental radiography and safety protocols
Pit and fissure sealants
Coronal Polishing