Maxwell Watzman D.D.S.
Bloomfield Hills,MI
Summary
Dentist proficient in compassionate patient support and routine dental care. Successful at developing strong professional and patient relationships, leading teams and educating patients on dental care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Dentist
Edward Street Dental
Madison Heights, Michigan
08.2024 - Current
- Applied sealants to protect teeth from cavities.
- Reviewed x-rays to identify cavities and other issues.
- Collected information from patients, parents and guardians about dental care and issues of concern.
- Treated infections caused by chronic and acute issues and diseases within soft oral tissues.
- Kept patient information confidential and respected patients rights to privacy.
- Adhered to professional standards of practice set forth by governing bodies.
- Kept up-to-date on advances in dentistry by attending seminars and conferences.
- Developed long-term relationships with patients through excellent customer service skills.
- Consulted patients to explain treatment plan details and information about upcoming dental procedures.
- Conducted root canals, extractions, fillings, crowns and other restorative procedures.
- Designed and fitted patients with dentures, bridges and other prosthodontic dental appliances.
- Provided emergency care for toothaches or broken teeth.
- Worked closely with dental hygienists to ensure optimal patient care.
- Took x-rays to identify areas of decay or other abnormalities in the mouth.
- Performed comprehensive dental examinations, including oral cancer screening, to ensure optimal oral health.
- Prescribed medications as necessary for dental conditions, including antibiotics and pain management drugs.
- Explained procedures, answered questions and administered additional pain relief to help patients feel comfortable.
- Scheduled follow-up appointments to monitor progress of treatments or surgeries performed.
- Consulted with patients regarding root canals and other dental procedures.
- Evaluated patients' teeth for gum disease and decay.
- Collaborated with dental hygienists and assistants to provide efficient and effective patient care.
- Took impressions for dental appliances and sent prosthesis to outside dental labs.
Dental Assistant
Edward Street Dental
Madison Heights, Michigan
08.2011 - 07.2024
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Gathered and documented patient medical and dental histories and vital signs.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
Education
Doctor of Dental Surgery - Dentistry
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI05-2024
Biochemistry
Oakland University
Rochester, MISkills
- Dental radiographs mounting
- Pulpectomy expertise
- Placing crowns
- Teeth polishing
- X-ray review
- Dental impressions
- Instrument handling
- Dental radiograph development
- Crown placement
- Educating parents
- Molar root canal
- General restorative dentistry
- Tooth extraction
- Local anesthetics
- Extracting teeth
- X-ray interpretation
- Filling caries
- Dental materials expertise
- Safety practices
- Dental tissue assessment
- Patient examinations
- Oral examination
- Oral cancer screenings
- Patient assistance
- Electronic records management
- Extractions
- Treatment Planning
- Caries assessment
- Patient relationships
- Patient engagement
Timeline
Dentist
Edward Street Dental
08.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant
Edward Street Dental
08.2011 - 07.2024
Doctor of Dental Surgery - Dentistry
University of Michigan
Biochemistry
Oakland University