MARY HOLDEN

Registered Dental Assistant

SEMINOLE DENTAL

09.2021 - Current

Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Updated patient records regularly after each appointment or procedure to ensure accurate documentation.
Managed front desk duties, including greeting patients, handling phone calls, and maintaining communication between staff members.
Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
Maintained a positive attitude under pressure while multitasking in a fast-paced clinical setting, leading to a more pleasant experience for both staff and patients alike.
Developed relationships with patients by actively listening to their concerns and creating tailored treatment plans accordingly.
Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment.
Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
Reduced patient wait times by maintaining organized patient records and scheduling appointments effectively.
Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality chairside assistance during dental procedures.
Prepared digital X-rays for dentist review, enabling accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Provided post-operative instructions to patients following various treatments such as extractions or root canals.
Enhanced dentist efficiency by preparing examination rooms and sterilizing instruments before appointments.
Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
Ensured compliance with infection control protocols, contributing to a safe and clean work environment.
Educated patients on postoperative care and best practices for protecting dental work and boosting healing process.
Supported dentists during the administration of local anesthesia, ensuring patient comfort throughout the process.
Collaborated with dental team members to deliver comprehensive care for all patients.
Recognized for consistently providing a high level of patient care, contributing to increased patient retention and referral rates.
Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Registered Dental Assistant

Education

RDA - DENTISTRY

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Registered Dental Assistant

RDA - DENTISTRY

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