Melissa Perez
Dallas
Summary
Results-oriented Orthodontic Assistant with 3 years of experience in the health industry. Managed patient scheduling and phone inquiries while maintaining professionalism. Collaborative team player with a strong focus on patient satisfaction. Skilled at making patients feel comfortable by providing thorough information regarding procedures. Warm and kind with exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant
Orthodontic Specialists of Dallas
Dallas
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted orthodontists during patient procedures and applied braces and aligners.
- Prepared and organized treatment areas for patient appointments and procedures.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene techniques and care for orthodontic appliances.
- Supported scheduling of appointments and coordinated follow-up visits for patients.
- Managed patient records and updated treatment plans using practice management software.
- Organized patient records and kept track of treatment plans.
Orthodontic Assistant
Pacific Dental Services
Irving
12.2022 - 10.2024
- Bonded and placed bands and wires according to orthodontist specifications.
- Created model of patient's mouth by pouring plaster into dental impression and allowing plaster to set.
- Assisted orthodontists with patient exams and charting, including taking intraoral photos and radiographs.
Education
DENTAL ASSISTANT IN DENTAL -
concorde career college
Dallas, TXHIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Skyline High School
Dallas, TXSkills
- Patient scheduling
- Record management
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Appointment coordination
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Orthodontic patient
- Dental impressions
- Orthodontic debonding
- Instrument Sterilization
- Patient Education
- Orthodontic patient follow-up
- Tray Organization
- Emergency treatment
- Oral Hygiene Instruction
- Impression pouring
- Orthodontic team collaboration
- Bracket removal
- Orthodontic care
References
Cassandra Fairris, Office Manager Professional, (989) 714-0307, cassandra.fairris@pacden.com
Languages
Spanish, Advanced
Personal Information
Title: Orthodontic Assistant
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant
Orthodontic Specialists of Dallas
01.2025 - Current
Orthodontic Assistant
Pacific Dental Services
12.2022 - 10.2024
DENTAL ASSISTANT IN DENTAL -
concorde career college
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Skyline High School
Similar Profiles
Misty RubenackerMisty Rubenacker
Manager at Bauer Hite Orthodontic SpecialistsManager at Bauer Hite Orthodontic Specialists
Molly McDonaldMolly McDonald
Scheduling Coordinator at Hutta Orthodontic SpecialistsScheduling Coordinator at Hutta Orthodontic Specialists
William HallsWilliam Halls
3D Printing Technician at Bankhead Orthodontic Specialists3D Printing Technician at Bankhead Orthodontic Specialists
Allison CottinghamAllison Cottingham
Reading & Math Intervention Specialist at Sherwood Elementary School - Gaston County SchoolsReading & Math Intervention Specialist at Sherwood Elementary School - Gaston County Schools
Beau FisherBeau Fisher
Innovation Strategist - Retail, Distribution, Luxary, and Footwear at o9 SolutionsInnovation Strategist - Retail, Distribution, Luxary, and Footwear at o9 Solutions