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Maria Lara

Summit ,IL

Summary

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.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Assistant

Brite Dental PC
07.2018 - Current

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.

Education

Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant Academy of Chicago
25 E Washington St Suite 510
06.2018

Skills

- 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

Certification

Pit and fissure sealants

Coronal Polishing

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Brite Dental PC
07.2018 - Current

Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant Academy of Chicago
Maria Lara