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Mariam Diop

Summary

Skilled Orthodontic Assistant with a proven track record at Children's Dental Health, adept in clinical knowledge and exceptional communication. Excelled in fabricating custom appliances and ensuring high-quality patient care through meticulous attention to detail and organized practices. Demonstrates expertise in X-ray processing and patient education, significantly contributing to positive treatment outcomes.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Orthodontic Assistant

Children's Dental Health
06.2024 - Current
  • Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as adjusting braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills while educating patients on oral hygiene practices specific to their orthodontic treatments.
  • Assisted in fabricating custom orthodontic appliances tailored to individual patient needs.
  • Poured and shaped molds from impressions and trimmed molds in model trimmer.
  • Contributed to successful treatment outcomes by accurately taking dental impressions, X-rays, and intraoral scans.
  • Managed emergencies calmly, providing immediate care when necessary before escalating to the orthodontist if needed.
  • Promoted positive patient experiences by building rapport and addressing concerns during appointments.

Orthodontic Assistant

Broad Street Braces
03.2022 - 06.2024
  • Developed comprehensive knowledge of various orthodontic appliances, enabling accurate preparation for each procedure.
  • Taught patients strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque, and reducing inflammation of the gums during orthodontic treatment.
  • Contributed to a welcoming and professional office environment by maintaining cleanliness and adhering to all safety protocols.
  • Ensured high-quality patient care through strict adherence to infection control protocols and sterilization procedures.
  • Maintained detailed progress notes for each patient to support continuity of care throughout their treatment plan.
  • Contributed to successful treatment outcomes by accurately taking dental impressions, X-rays, and intraoral scans.

Dental Assistant

Children's Dental Health
11.2020 - 03.2022
  • Sterilized dental instruments and handpieces, sanitized equipment, and restocked supplies.
  • Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
  • Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.

Education

High School Diploma -

Penn Wood High School- Green Ave. Campus
Lansdowne, PA
06-2019

High School Diploma -

Delaware County Technical High School
Aston Mills, PA
05-2019

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Patient Education
  • Organized Skills
  • Problem Solving
  • Clear Communication
  • Critical Thinking

Certification

  • American Heart Association CPR Certification, June 2023
  • DANB Radiology and Health Certification, May 2019
  • Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens Certified, May 2018
  • Occupations Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Certified, May 2018

Timeline

Orthodontic Assistant

Children's Dental Health
06.2024 - Current

Orthodontic Assistant

Broad Street Braces
03.2022 - 06.2024

Dental Assistant

Children's Dental Health
11.2020 - 03.2022

High School Diploma -

Penn Wood High School- Green Ave. Campus

High School Diploma -

Delaware County Technical High School

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