Melinda Becerra
Elsa,TX
Summary
Cutting-edge recent graduate Dental Hygienist with latest training and real-world experience. Skilled at dental cleanings and patient education. Well versed in all aspects of dental office operations. Quick to build relationships with patients and successful at working with teammates to achieve patient care goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Cornerstone Periodontics and Implant Dentistry
12.2019 - 08.2024
- Assisted in patient management and education, ensuring comfort during procedures.
- Prepared examination rooms and sterilized instruments, maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Supported dentists in surgical procedures, providing necessary tools and anticipating needs.
- Implemented efficient inventory management practices for dental supplies and materials.
Lead Registered Dental Assistant
Brident Dental & Orthodontics
07.2014 - 12.2019
- Supervised daily operations of dental assisting team, ensuring adherence to protocols and patient care standards.
- Trained and mentored new staff on dental procedures, equipment usage, and patient interaction techniques.
- Implemented efficient inventory management practices, reducing waste and streamlining supply ordering processes.
- Coordinated patient appointments and follow-ups, enhancing scheduling efficiency and improving patient satisfaction.
- Trained new dental assistants, providing guidance on best practices and ensuring high-quality patient care.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to positive outcomes under pressure.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Orthodontic Assistant
A Perfect Smile Orthodontics
06.2011 - 07.2014
- Assisted orthodontist in patient care and treatment procedures, ensuring comfort and efficiency.
- Prepared and sterilized dental instruments and equipment to maintain a safe environment.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care for improved outcomes.
- Managed patient records using digital systems, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of information.
- Provided exceptional chairside assistance to orthodontist during complex procedures such as bracket placement and adjustments, aligner fittings, and appliance installations.
- Maintained detailed progress notes for each patient to support continuity of care throughout their treatment plan.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Texas State Technical College
Harlingen, TX04-2026
Skills
- Time management capabilities
- Oral hygiene education
- Electronic charting
- Detail-oriented mindset
- Patient care excellence
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- Periodontal assessment
- Dentrix software proficiency
- Sealant application
- Local anesthesia administration
- Oral cancer screening
- Ultrasonic scaling
- Digital radiographs
- Periodontal therapy
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Medical history review
- Dental prophylaxis
- Dental charting
- Dental disease management
- OSHA and infection control adherence
- Fluoride treatment
- Nitrous oxide sedation
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Cornerstone Periodontics and Implant Dentistry
12.2019 - 08.2024
Lead Registered Dental Assistant
Brident Dental & Orthodontics
07.2014 - 12.2019
Orthodontic Assistant
A Perfect Smile Orthodontics
06.2011 - 07.2014
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Texas State Technical College