Mary Miller
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Dedicated and detail oriented Dental Specialist with over 2+ years of hands- on military dental experience. Military trained and certified with extensive practical experience working with patients and dental procedures such as, restoratives, fixed prosthodontics, procedures and preventive dentistry/patient education. Knowledges in helping with proper and thorough documentation, patient scheduling and communication, as well as experience with patients with dental anxiety. I am a jack of trades with knowledge of countless procedures ranging from oral surgery to lab work.
Work History
Dental Specialist
2 Years 4 Months- Provided comprehensive dental care to military personnel, ensuring adherence to protocols and standards.
- Conducted preventive dental examinations, identifying oral health issues and recommending treatments.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, utilizing advanced dental tools and techniques for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices, promoting long-term dental health within the community.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Streamlined patient record management processes, enhancing accuracy and efficiency in documentation.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in dental care and emergency response procedures.
- Assisted doctor with x-rays, sterilization and patient preparation.
- Reduced patient anxiety by explaining each step of their dental procedure in a clear and concise manner.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, resulting in fewer cavities and gum disease cases.
- Fostered a welcoming environment for all patients, promoting trust in the dental practice''s services.
- Administered dental care to Number personnel each day.
- Performed successful dental procedures, including extractions, root canals, and restorations.
- Took x-rays and properly disposed of materials.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing thorough dental examinations and treatments.
Education
High School Diploma
Advanced Skills Course (68e Dental Specialist)
- August 2024-October 2024
Basic Skills Course
- May 2024- August 2024
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Accomplishments
Army Achievement Medal/Certificate
- March 2026
- Awarded a certificate for exceptional dental care to over 1000+ patients in my organization to ensure they were mission ready.
- Ensured 300+ instruments were sterilized and ready to use, as well as, helping my organization save thousands of dollars.
Affiliations
US Army Veteran
- May 2024- current
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Exp: August 13, 2028
Basic Dental Sciences
Dental Assisting I
Dental Assisting II
Dental Materials
Infection Control
Dental Radiology