Marianela Vega
Dental Hygienist
Miramar,FL
Summary
Dedicated and licensed Dental Hygienist with a strong background as a former pediatric dentist, offering extensive expertise in pediatric and general dentistry. Proficient in delivering preventive care, enhancing patient education, and utilizing digital radiographs and dental software to optimize patient outcomes. Compassionate and bilingual professional skilled in managing diverse patient populations, including pediatric, medically compromised, special needs, and adult patients. Current CPR/BLS certified, ensuring the highest standards of safety and care in all clinical settings.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Dental Assistant
Sunshine Pediatric Dentistry
Hollywood, FL
03.2024 - Current
- Welcomed and prepared pediatric patients, fostering a calm and positive environment for first-time visitors.
- Assisted dentists chairside during restorative and clinical procedures, ensuring efficient four-handed dentistry.
- Performed prophylaxis and scaling treatments on pediatric patients to promote oral health.
- Take diagnostic digital radiographs and update medical histories.
- Chart existing and treatment conditions accurately.
- Educated patients and parents on oral hygiene and preventive care, enhancing their understanding and engagement.
- Maintain strict infection control and sterilization protocols.
Pediatric Dentist
Private Practice
Maracaibo, Venezuela
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Delivered comprehensive dental care to pediatric patients, enhancing their overall oral health.
- Formulated preventive treatment plans and educated families on oral health, fostering better dental hygiene practices.
- Performed restorative and minor surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care, leading to improved patient outcomes.
Hospital Residency - Pediatric Dentistry
Hospital Universitario de Maracaibo & Hospital de Especialidades Pediátricas
Maracaibo, Venezuela
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Completed a 2-year hospital residency in pediatric dentistry.
- Delivered dental treatment in hospital, managing pediatric patients in operating room (OR) to ensure safe and effective care.
- Provided comprehensive care for medically compromised and special needs patients in clinical setting, addressing unique dental needs.
- Assisted in emergency care, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes through coordinated treatment efforts.
Education
Pediatric Dentistry Master’s Program -
Universidad Del Zulia
Venezuela10-2013
Dentist, Equivalent To DDS, DMD - Dentistry
Universidad De Los Andes (ULA)
Venezuela03-2008
Skills
- Prophylaxis, scaling and periodontal maintenance (SRP)
- Dental radiography proficiency
- Pediatric and special needs patient care
- Patient assessment, charting, and record-keeping
- Oral hygiene instruction and preventive care education
- Sealants and fluoride treatments
- Four-handed chairside assisting
- Infection control and sterilization
- Dental software: Open Dental (primary), Eaglesoft (some experience)
Certification
- Florida Registered Dental Hygienist - Active
- CPR/BLS - Current
Languages
Spanish (Fluent)
English (Fluent)
Timeline
Pediatric Dental Assistant
Sunshine Pediatric Dentistry
03.2024 - Current
Pediatric Dentist
Private Practice
01.2010 - 01.2015
Hospital Residency - Pediatric Dentistry
Hospital Universitario de Maracaibo & Hospital de Especialidades Pediátricas
01.2009 - 01.2011
Pediatric Dentistry Master’s Program -
Universidad Del Zulia
Dentist, Equivalent To DDS, DMD - Dentistry
Universidad De Los Andes (ULA)