Maria Adela Lorenzo
Miami,FL
Summary
Patient-focused licensed Dental Hygienist with hands-on training eager to launch career in dentistry.Expert at Dental Radiography,prophylaxis,aseptic techniques and patient education.Team-oriented with success in building strong relationships with colleagues and patients
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Athena Dental Assoc
Miami, FL
12.2023 - Current
- Cared for patients using advanced tooth cleaning methods.
- Applied cavity preventing agents, like fluoride, and sealants, to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Instructed patients in brushing and flossing techniques to maintain optimal oral health.
- Conducted dental cleanings and checked teeth for cracked fillings.
- Handled general office duties to support administrative staff during peak hours.
- Instructed patients on dental hygiene and oral care by demonstrating effective flossing and brushing techniques and recommending quality oral care products.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
- Assessed overall oral health by examining teeth and gums for signs of disease or other irregularities.
- Exposed dental diagnostic x-rays.
- Managed dental records and entered information into system, keeping important patient information on file.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care planning.
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Applied fluoride treatments to protect teeth against cavities.
- Examined gums manually and visually to determine periodontal disease and screen for oral cancer.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
- Examined mouth for sores or lesions that may indicate a need for further evaluation.
- Used suction hoses and saliva ejectors to keep work area dry during procedures.
- Provided patient education on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive dental care.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
- Conducted x-rays to detect potential issues such as decay, cysts, tumors and bone loss.
- Cleaned and polished removable appliances such as dentures and orthodontic retainers.
- Educated patients about good nutrition for maintaining healthy teeth and gums.
- Customized prophylactic treatment to individual patients' needs.
- Assisted dentists during restorative procedures such as crowns, bridges, fillings, implants.
- Performed periodontal charting to record the condition of patients' gums.
- Performed root planing procedures to remove plaque from below the gum line.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
- Took dental images and X-rays to identify areas of concern and presented to dentists for review.
- Cleaned and polished removable dentures, brackets, wires and other appliances.
- Counseled patients on smoking cessation strategies for improved oral health outcomes.
- Demonstrated use of dental instruments, including scalers, curettes, air polishers, and ultrasonic devices.
- Removed plaque and tartar from teeth using hand and mechanical scaler tools.
- Assisted dentist during examination by retracting patient's tongue and cheeks.
- Sterilized dental instruments before each procedure according to infection control protocols.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Customized dental prophylactic treatment to meet individual patients' needs.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Dental Assistant
Cano Dental
Miami, FL
06.2021 - 11.2023
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
- Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
- Prepared bills and completed insurance forms using system software.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Assisted dentist during examination by retracting patient's tongue and cheeks.
- Exposed diagnostic dental x-rays to analyze teeth condition.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
- Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Miami Dade College Medical Campus
Miami, FL11-2024
Associate of Science - Dental Assistant
Sierra Dental Hialeah
Hialeah, FL01-2021
Dentistry
ISCM Villa Clara
Santa Clara,VC,Cuba07-1996
Skills
- Patient education skills
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient education and prophylaxis
- Patient education support
- Patient education delivery
- Nutrition counseling
- Counseling advice
- Mental health counseling
- Digital radiography experience
- Digital radiography techniques
- Infection control practices
- Instrument and room setup
- Dental prophylaxis
- Dental Instrumentation
- Dental Bonding Procedures
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- Stain removal knowledge
- Tooth whitening
- Fluoride application
- Sealant Application Knowledge
- Oral cancer screening
- Appointment coordination
- Schedule verification
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Athena Dental Assoc
12.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant
Cano Dental
06.2021 - 11.2023
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Miami Dade College Medical Campus
Associate of Science - Dental Assistant
Sierra Dental Hialeah
Dentistry
ISCM Villa Clara
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