Obed Estrada
Highland,CA
Summary
Compassionate dental hygienist graduate with 2 years of dental assisting experience in chairside assistance and keeping dental offices running smoothly. Known for exceptional chair-side manners, ensuring every patient feels comfortable and cared for. Ability to collaborate effectively with the team to enhance workflow, and efficiently take clear x-rays. Passionate about dentistry and dedicated to promoting oral health education and patient well-being.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Dental Assistant
Children's Dental World
San Bernardino, CA
10.2024 - 11.2024
- Assisted the dentist by passing instruments, mixing dental cement, and suctioning fluids.
- Prepared rooms for dental procedures by sterilizing instruments and setting up trays.
- Instructed patients on proper brushing and the importance of proper oral hygiene.
- Exposed dental X-rays.
- Assisted dentists in delivering dental care to pediatric patients.
- Ensured infection control standards were met by following safety protocols when handling hazardous materials such as sharps or chemicals.
- Instructed parents on maintaining their child's dental health post-treatment.
Dental Assistant
Pavilion Smile Dental
Redlands, CA
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Prepared dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms, and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for the next patient.
- Took digital FMX X-rays in 5-7 minutes.
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Concorde Career College
San Bernardino, CA09-2025
Skills
- Perform thorough dental cleanings and assessments, including scaling and polishing of teeth
- Monitor Patient Vital Signs
- Ensure Accurate Health Records
- Guiding Patients on Dental Care
- Assist the dentist during procedures
- Dental Software Proficiency
- Ensure a Clean Work Environment
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Local Anesthesia Certification
- Nitrous Oxide Sedation Certification
Timeline
Pediatric Dental Assistant
Children's Dental World
10.2024 - 11.2024
Dental Assistant
Pavilion Smile Dental
03.2023 - 05.2024
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Concorde Career College
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