NICOLE OCAMPO
RDA
San Ramon,CA
Summary
Dedicated detailed oriented dental assistant with over 25 years of experience in four-handed dentistry, working with children and patient education. Proven ability to maintain safety and cleanliness, while supporting dental professionals in delivering top-notch care and building trusting relationships with patients. Expert in working with all personality types. Proficient in dental radiology and laboratory procedures. All around team player.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
RDA # 34104
1
1
Radiology License 1990
1
1
Coronal polish license-1990
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Dr. Nikita Chaudri
San Ramon, California
09.2022 - Current
- Maintained a clean and safe clinical environment for staff and patients.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Created bitewing, panoramic and periapical X-ray images for dentist to review.
- Fabricated provisional crowns, bleaching trays and custom impression trays from alginate impressions or stone casts when necessary.
- Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, applied dental fillings, placed temporary crowns and seated permanent crowns.
- Maintained inventory of supplies used during treatments.
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Prepared trays of instruments for dental procedures.
- Instructed patients on postoperative care to protect dental work and promote healing.
- Provided chairside assistance during periodontal surgeries as needed.
- Provided instruction to patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care measures.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Followed dentists' directions for giving patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.
- Assisted in dental procedures, such as scaling and root planing.
- Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
- Checked with participants throughout procedures to help alleviate anxiety.
- Performed basic laboratory tasks, such as pouring impressions and trimming models.
- Created and fit dental appliances for patients. adjusting as necessary.
- Conducted dental cleanings and checked teeth for cracked fillings.
Dental Assistant
Dr. Garrett Porteous, DDS
Danville, CA
01.2019 - 07.2022
- Perform four-handed dentistry support including root canals, oral surgery, implants, and Invisalign
- Fabricate temporary crowns, make bleach trays, take preliminary impressions, and pour dental models
- Excel at coronal polishing, quality X-Rays, and general oral healthcare advisement
- Follow strict sterilization and disinfecting protocols for dental rooms and instrumentation to ensure complete patient safety
- Gain experience in Dexis and Dentrix software and iTero scanning
- Build trusting relationship with patients during broad range of dental procedures; establish trust, answer patient questions with confidence, and ensure top quality care
Dental Assistant
Dr. Rupam Khanna, DDS
San Ramon, CA
01.2009 - 01.2019
- Performed effective four-handed dentistry; completed coronal polishing, quality X-rays, and preliminary impressions.
- Coordinated top-level patient care; maintained a clean and sterile environment to optimize patient comfort and safety.
- Assisted dentist with patient examinations and dental procedures.
- Prepared treatment rooms and sterilized dental instruments efficiently.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
- Maintained inventory of dental supplies and ordered replacements as needed.
- Collaborated with team to ensure smooth patient flow and satisfaction.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Responded promptly to requests from other staff members or dentists while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
- Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Cleaned and polished removable dentures, brackets, wires and other appliances.
- Conducted dental cleanings and checked teeth for cracked fillings.
Dental Assistant
Dr. Michael Ocampo, DDS
Pleasanton, CA
08.1996 - 12.2008
- Facilitated four-handed dentistry while assisting dentist in various dental procedures.
- Demonstrated proficiency in coronal polishing, X-rays, and preliminary impressions.
- Observed strict sterilization protocols to ensure patient safety across all dental rooms.
- Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy in documentation.
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments to optimize office management efficiency.
- Collected payments for services rendered while maintaining accurate financial records.
- Performed administrative duties, including answering phones and filing patient charts.
- Conducted dental cleanings and provided treatment plans based on patient needs.
Education
Dental Assisting Program -
College of Marin
Kentfield, CASkills
- Four-Handed Dentistry
- Quality Radiology
- Invisalign
- Bleach Trays
- Model Pour-Ups
- Root Canals
- Oral Surgery
- Inventory Control
- Coronal Polishing
- Clinical Sedation
- Dental Equipment Handling & Maintenance
- Safety & Health Compliance
- ITero Scanning
- Patient Records & Scheduling Management
- Dentrix /Dexis Software
Certification
- Registered Dental Assistant, #34104
- Dental Radiology License
- Coronal Polish License
- Basic Life Support Training
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Dr. Nikita Chaudri
09.2022 - Current
Dental Assistant
Dr. Garrett Porteous, DDS
01.2019 - 07.2022
Dental Assistant
Dr. Rupam Khanna, DDS
01.2009 - 01.2019
Dental Assistant
Dr. Michael Ocampo, DDS
08.1996 - 12.2008
Dental Assisting Program -
College of Marin
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