Detail-oriented dental assistant with expertise in dental radiography, infection control, and chairside assistance. Committed to enhancing patient care and supporting complex procedures.
Work History
Dental Assistant
3 Years 10 Months
Premier Endodontics | 10.2022 - Current
Facilitated preparation of treatment rooms and ensured sterilization of instruments to uphold hygiene standards.
Assisted in preparing treatment rooms and sterilizing instruments to maintain optimal hygiene standards.
Greeted patients and ensured accurate completion of medical history forms for efficient appointment processing.
Managed inventory of dental supplies, ensuring timely ordering and stock availability for seamless operations.
Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Dental Assistant
2 Years 7 Months
Little Heroes Pediatric Dentistry | 06.2018 - 01.2021
Assisted dentists with procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout treatments.
Managed patient records and appointments using electronic health record (EHR) systems for efficient workflow.
Collaborated with dental team to streamline processes, resulting in reduced wait times for patients.
Reduced dentist''s workload during procedures by anticipating their needs and having necessary instruments readily available.
Utilized advanced dental equipment proficiently, including intraoral cameras and digital radiography tools, to support comprehensive patient assessments.
Promoted a positive environment for patients and staff through effective communication and teamwork.
Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, [Type], casts and impressions.
Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
Education
Dental Assisting - GED Diploma- Havana (Cuba)
The College of Health Care Professions | TX | 07-2018