Morgan Shearman
Elmira,NY
Summary
Dynamic Orthodontic Assistant with extensive experience at Southern Tier Orthodontics and Village Orthodontics, excelling in patient care and orthodontic procedures. Expert in Invisalign coordination and oral hygiene education, demonstrating exceptional communication and clinical efficiency. Proven track record in enhancing treatment outcomes through advanced skills in orthodontic bonding and appliance maintenance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant
Southern Tier Orthodontics
11.2015 - 12.2024
- Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills while educating patients on oral hygiene practices specific to their orthodontic treatments.
- Provided exceptional chairside assistance to orthodontist during complex procedures such as bracket placement and adjustments, aligner fittings, and appliance installations.
- Contributed to successful treatment outcomes by accurately taking dental impressions, X-rays, and intraoral scans.
- Set appointments and made follow-up calls.
- Promoted positive patient experiences by building rapport and addressing concerns during appointments.
Orthodontic Assistant
Village Orthodontics
03.2011 - 09.2015
- Able to perform routine maintenance of braces, including changing arch wires, elastic ligatures and power chains, Open/closed coils, bonding/ banding, debonding/debanding.
- Placing and removing appliances such as Herbst, RPE, Max 2000, Forces, LLHA, Facemask, TTR's, permanent and removable retainers.
- Scanning for Invisalign and orthodontic appliances along with taking alginate and PVS impressions.
- Invisalign Coordinator, submitted all Invisalign cases along with tracking all in-coming cases.
- Educating patients on oral hygIrene and appliance care to motivate patients in order to achieve the best results from orthodontic treatment.
Education
Certified Dental Assistant in CO -
Colorado School of Dental Assisting
Denver, CO01-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
SUNY Institute of Technology
Utica, NY01-2002
Skills
- Chart updating
- Orthodontic archwire changes
- Orthodontic bonding
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Instrument sterilization
- Retainer fabrication
- Orthodontic clinical efficiency
- Oral impressions
- Invisalign, Ulab, Angel aligners
- Itero
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant
Southern Tier Orthodontics
11.2015 - 12.2024
Orthodontic Assistant
Village Orthodontics
03.2011 - 09.2015
Certified Dental Assistant in CO -
Colorado School of Dental Assisting
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
SUNY Institute of Technology
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