Melody Jimenez
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Reliable and confident dental assistant with extensive experience in general, oral surgery, orthodontic and endodontic procedures. Skilled in chairsde support, digital case management, and patient care across a variety of specialties and proficient in using modern dental technology. Known for maintaining a calm, reassuring presence that helps patients feel at ease during treatment. Committed to delivering high-quality care while supporting the clinical team and assuring a smooth, efficient workflow.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Smiley Dental
San Antonio, TX
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Took and recorded digital x-rays,panoramic images, and enter oral photos.
- Assisted in orthodontic procedures including bracket placement, wire changes, banding fittings and debonding.
- Sterilize and organized instruments and maintained a clean operatory.
General and Oral Surgery Assistant
Weekend Dentistry
San Antonio, TX
03.2019 - 02.2022
- Monitored and assisted patients undergoing nitrous oxide sedation, IV sedation and oral conscious sedation.
- Assisted surgeon during wisdom teeth extractions, exposing bonds, frenectomy, gingivectomy, and implant placement.
- Educated patients prior to surgery regarding what to expect, how to treat pain and which side effects could occur.
- Placed bone graft and collagen plug, and removed surgical sutures under doctor supervision.
- Placed healing caps and abutments along with choosing shade.
- Assisted during complex root canal therapy,packed cord, fabricated temporary crowns.
- Assisted dentist during a wide range of procedures including fillings, crowns, bridges,and cleanings.
- Assisted dentist during emergency procedures including trauma, abscesses, and avulsions.
Orthodontic Assistant & Lab Technician
Pierson and Saunders Orthodontics
San Antonio, TX
02.2022 - Current
- Assisted orthodontists in performing complex treatments, ensuring precise execution of tasks and high-quality results.
- Prepared dental equipment and materials for orthodontic procedures, ensuring optimal readiness for appointments.
- Fabricated essix retainers,mouth gaurds, and IDB (Indirect Bonding) trays.
- Operated 3D printers and maintained lab equipment.
- Uploaded patient records and digital scans to Invisalign site for case submissions.
- Checked in and organized Invisalign trays upon arrival, and filled all attachments accurately.
- Uploaded patient records and digital scans to DIBS AI (Digital indirect Bonding System)
Education
High School Diploma -
John Marshall High School
San Antonio, TX06.2017
RDA -
San Antonio Dental Assistant School
San Antonio, TX12.2018
Skills
- Chair side assisting(General,Ortho, Endo oral surgery)
- X-Rays,CBCT,and introral photos
- Digital workflow:RayWare,itero,DIBS AI, Dolphin, software, Dentrix,EagleSoft, and Invisalign
- Tray set up and instrument sterilization
- Front desk support, and patient coordination
- CPR certified
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant & Lab Technician
Pierson and Saunders Orthodontics
02.2022 - Current
General and Oral Surgery Assistant
Weekend Dentistry
03.2019 - 02.2022
Dental Assistant
Smiley Dental
02.2019 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
John Marshall High School
RDA -
San Antonio Dental Assistant School