Nicole Wilson
Burbank,California
Summary
Eager and ambitious recent graduate dental hygienist with the latest training and real-world experience. Proficient in periodontal assessment, non-surgical periodontal therapy, and patient oral health education. Experienced in all aspects of dental office operations. Skilled at quickly building relationships with patients and collaborating effectively with teammates to achieve optimal patient care goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
Dr. Raymond Ricci DDS
02.2018 - 07.2023
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Updated patient records regularly after each appointment or procedure to ensure accurate documentation.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
Dr. Michele Frawley
01.2014 - 09.2017
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Demonstrated knowledge of CAD/CAM dentistry ( Cerec scanning, staining and glazing of restorations)
- Extensive knowledge of clear aligner therapy (Invisalign/ proficient Itero scanner, placed attachments)
- Assisted in screening and educating patients about sleep disordered breathing and mandibular advancement appliances
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Managed front desk duties, including greeting patients, handling phone calls, and maintaining communication between staff members.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene habits, fostering long-term dental health improvement.
Dental Assistant (DA)
Dr. Michael Kosdon DDS
06.2012 - 01.2014
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Took dental radiographs following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Concorde Career College
Garden Grove, CA11-2024
No Degree - General Studies
Los Angeles Valley College
Van Nuys, CA02-2022
Skills
- Efficient in sterilization procedures and room set up adhering to highest infection control standards
- Obtain intraoral images for comprehensive review including: Intraoral radiographs , Panoramic radiograph, CBCT, Intraoral photos, Itero scanning
- Fostering long term relationships with patients, built on trust and highest standard of care
- Experience providing adjunct preventatives such as Fluoride varnish or tray fabrication, placing pit and fissure sealants and delivery of local antimicrobial agents into periodontal pockets (Arestin)
- Time management capabilities
- Dentrix software and Open Dental software proficiency
- Local anesthesia and nitrous oxide administration
- Intraoral & extraoral cancer screening
- Periodontal assessment
- Non-surgical periodontal therapy procedures
- Oral hygiene education
References
Available on Request
Activities
- L.A care harbor clinic, 2012
- CDA Anaheim dental convention 2014-2024
- Invisalign GP Summit convention 2017
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
Dr. Raymond Ricci DDS
02.2018 - 07.2023
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
Dr. Michele Frawley
01.2014 - 09.2017
Dental Assistant (DA)
Dr. Michael Kosdon DDS
06.2012 - 01.2014
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Concorde Career College
No Degree - General Studies
Los Angeles Valley College
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