Mariah Mclean
Lillington,NC
Summary
Reliable Dental Assistant with strong knowledge of dentistry practices. Well-rounded professional skilled in handling multiple tasks, including making dental impressions, sterilizing stations, and taking X-rays. Highly organized with experience in charting and preparing patient treatment plans and bringing over 3 years of experience in fast-paced dental practices. Highly skilled in preparing patients for examinations, assisting with chairside procedures, and educating patients on oral hygiene and care. Focused on providing top quality patient care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant Ll
Night and Day Dental
Holly Springs, NC
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
Dental Assistant Ll
Smile Mantra Family Dentistry
Cary , NC
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
Dental Assistant Ll
Willis Family Dentistry
Cary, NC
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
Education
Certificate - Dental Assisting
Central Carolina Community College
Sanford, NC08-2020
High School Diploma -
Harnett Central High School
Angier, NC06-2016
Skills
- Patient Education
- Proficient in Eaglesoft and Dentrix Ascend
- Four-handed procedures
- Taking X-rays
- Chairside assistance
Timeline
Dental Assistant Ll
Night and Day Dental
05.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant Ll
Smile Mantra Family Dentistry
07.2021 - 04.2023
Dental Assistant Ll
Willis Family Dentistry
08.2020 - 07.2021
Certificate - Dental Assisting
Central Carolina Community College
High School Diploma -
Harnett Central High School
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