Natasha DaCosta
Mobile
Summary
Dynamic, dependable and detail-oriented Dental Assistant with extensive experience in Esthetic, Perio, Endo, OS, Invisalign and Sedation Dentistry. 17+ years experience. Proficient in dental impressions and digital X-ray technology, I excel in patient education and fostering a comfortable environment. Recognized for enhancing team performance and ensuring optimal patient care during complex procedures.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Lerner & Lemongello Dentistry
04.2018 - Current
- Assisted in patient preparation and comfort during dental procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dental instruments and workspace.
- Supported dentist by providing necessary tools and materials during treatments.
- Learned to operate dental software for appointment scheduling and billing processes.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- 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.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Sterilized equipment according to health and safety protocols.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for [Number] procedures daily.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
Dental Assistant
Mortenson Family Dental
03.2015 - 04.2018
- Assisted in patient preparation and comfort during dental procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dental instruments and workspace.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Placed and finished composite restorations as allowed in Kentucky
Surgical Assistant
Dr Ernest Orphanos- Dental Implant and Specialty Center
02.2014 - 03.2015
- Assisted surgeons during procedures, ensuring all instruments and supplies were readily available.
- Maintained sterile environment by adhering to infection control protocols and safety standards.
- Provided compassionate care to patients throughout their surgical experience, easing anxiety and ensuring comfort.
- Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, demonstrating adaptability and knowledge across multiple disciplines.
Dental Assistant
Spodak Dental Group
05.2011 - 01.2014
- Assisting with General, Oral Surgery, Perio, Endo
- All on 4, 5, and 6 procedures
- Sedation dentistry
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
Lead Dental Assistant
Dr. John Elliott DDS
07.2007 - 05.2011
- Supervised daily operations of dental procedures, ensuring compliance with safety and hygiene standards.
- Trained and mentored junior dental assistants to enhance team performance and service quality.
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
Education
EFDA Certificate - EFDA
Medix School
Smyrna, GA07-2007
Skills
- Dental impressions
- Digital X-ray proficiency
- Appointment scheduling
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Cross-training capabilities
- Patient education
- General, Esthetic, Oral surgery, Periodontal, Endodontic dentistry
- iTero and Trios 3 Shape digital scanning
Certification
American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR &AED)
Expanded Functions Dudies
American Dental Assistant Association
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Lerner & Lemongello Dentistry
04.2018 - Current
Dental Assistant
Mortenson Family Dental
03.2015 - 04.2018
Surgical Assistant
Dr Ernest Orphanos- Dental Implant and Specialty Center
02.2014 - 03.2015
Dental Assistant
Spodak Dental Group
05.2011 - 01.2014
Lead Dental Assistant
Dr. John Elliott DDS
07.2007 - 05.2011
EFDA Certificate - EFDA
Medix School
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