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Mattie Harris

Simpsonville,SC

Summary

Understanding Orthodontic Assistant ready to bring excellent critical thinking and time management skills to an orthodontist's office. Skilled in supplying orthodontist with tools and equipment and ensuring sterilization of all tools and equipment. Committed to guaranteeing a safe and comfortable patient environment.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Orthodontic Assistant

Summers Orthodontics
Greenville, SC
06.2024 - Current
  • Communicated with other medical professionals regarding patient care needs.
  • Attached wiring for braces and advised patient on how to properly and gently brush and floss.
  • Prepared and polished patients' teeth before having braces installed.
  • Assisted with the fitting and adjustment of orthodontic appliances.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the orthodontic treatment area.
  • Assisted orthodontist in selecting, preparing, and placing orthodontic appliances.
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene strategies related to orthodontic care.

Orthodontic Assistant

Carolina Family Orthodontics
Taylors, SC
03.2021 - 09.2022
  • Monitored progress of each case by tracking changes in tooth movement over time.
  • Performed chairside duties including preparation of trays and passing instruments to the doctor during procedures.
  • Cleaned and maintained equipment after each use in accordance with safety protocols.
  • Assisted orthodontist in clinical activities such as taking impressions, fitting bands, and placing arch wires.
  • Answered phones promptly and handled inquiries from potential clients professionally.
  • Assisted with laboratory procedures such as pouring models, trimming appliances, fabricating retainers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Woodmont High School
Piedmont
05-2020

Skills

  • Orthodontic procedures
  • Patient education
  • Orthodontic appliance fitting
  • Equipment sterilization
  • Chairside assistance
  • Oral hygiene instruction
  • Elastics placement
  • Orthodontic clinical efficiency
  • Orthodontic bracket placement
  • Orthodontic care
  • Bracket removal
  • Chart updating

Certification

  • X-Ray Certified
  • CPR Certified

Timeline

Orthodontic Assistant

Summers Orthodontics
06.2024 - Current

Orthodontic Assistant

Carolina Family Orthodontics
03.2021 - 09.2022

High School Diploma -

Woodmont High School

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