Nicole Reynolds
Senoia,GA
Summary
Considerate Orthodontic Assistant supports orthodontists in treating patients requiring corrective procedures for spacing and alignment issues. Efficiently arranges dental tools and instruments and sterilizes equipment. Experience taking and developing x-rays and instructing patients on proper care of dental appliances. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher Assistant
Providence Preschool
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing visual aids and hands-on activities during lessons.
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by effectively managing classroom behavior and addressing individual needs.
- Contributed to increased student success by providing one-on-one support for struggling learners.
Orthodontic Assistant
Family First Orthodontics
09.2007 - 02.2017
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently assisting with orthodontic procedures and providing clear explanations of treatment plans.
- Enhanced practice efficiency by maintaining well-organized inventory of orthodontic supplies and equipment.
- Provided exceptional chairside assistance to orthodontist during complex procedures such as bracket placement and adjustments, aligner fittings, and appliance installations.
- Collaborated effectively with other team members to ensure smooth workflow within the practice.
- Assisted in fabricating custom orthodontic appliances tailored to individual patient needs.
- Took x-rays, photographs and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
- Poured and shaped molds from impressions and trimmed molds in grinder.
- Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
Orthodontic Assistant
Grand PrairieOrthodontics
03.2005 - 07.2015
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently assisting with orthodontic procedures and providing clear explanations of treatment plans.
- Enhanced practice efficiency by maintaining well-organized inventory of orthodontic supplies and equipment.
- Promoted positive patient experiences by building rapport and addressing concerns during appointments.
- Ensured high-quality patient care through strict adherence to infection control protocols and sterilization procedures.
- Contributed to successful treatment outcomes by accurately taking dental impressions, X-rays, and intraoral scans.
- Provided exceptional chairside assistance to orthodontist during complex procedures such as bracket placement and adjustments, aligner fittings, and appliance installations.
- Collaborated effectively with other team members to ensure smooth workflow within the practice.
- Contributed to a welcoming and professional office environment by maintaining cleanliness and adhering to all safety protocols.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Made preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.
Dental/Orthodontic Assistant
Monarch Dental
03.2003 - 09.2007
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently assisting with orthodontic procedures and providing clear explanations of treatment plans.
- Enhanced practice efficiency by maintaining well-organized inventory of orthodontic supplies and equipment.
- Promoted positive patient experiences by building rapport and addressing concerns during appointments.
- Ensured high-quality patient care through strict adherence to infection control protocols and sterilization procedures.
- Contributed to successful treatment outcomes by accurately taking dental impressions, X-rays, and intraoral scans.
- Provided exceptional chairside assistance to orthodontist during complex procedures such as bracket placement and adjustments, aligner fittings, and appliance installations.
- Collaborated effectively with other team members to ensure smooth workflow within the practice.
- Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
Education
Dental Assisting
ATI Career Training Center
Dallas, TX01.2003
High School Diploma -
Duncanville High School
Duncanville, TX05.2000
Skills
- Records Management
- CPR/AED
- Treatment Room Preparation
- Equipment Sterilization
- Impression pouring
- Headgear fitting
- Orthodontic appliance adjustment
- Wire bending
- Orthodontic bonding
- Retainer fabrication
- Orthodontic debonding
- Orthodontic photography
- Digital radiography
Certification
CPR
Timeline
Teacher Assistant
Providence Preschool
08.2023 - Current
Orthodontic Assistant
Family First Orthodontics
09.2007 - 02.2017
Orthodontic Assistant
Grand PrairieOrthodontics
03.2005 - 07.2015
Dental/Orthodontic Assistant
Monarch Dental
03.2003 - 09.2007
Dental Assisting
ATI Career Training Center
High School Diploma -
Duncanville High School
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