Paige Hesse
Galloway
Summary
Passionate about helping others achieve healthy, confident smiles, I bring years of hands-on experience as a dedicated Dental Assistant and aspiring Dental Hygienist. I love building relationships with patients, making them feel comfortable, and educating them on the importance of oral health. My expertise in chairside assisting, radiology, and infection control, combined with my commitment to continuous learning, ensures I provide top-quality care in every patient interaction.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Simply Beautiful Smiles
12.2021 - 10.2023
- Assisted with chairside procedures, including restorative, endodontic, and periodontal treatments
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-procedure care
- Managed sterilization and infection control protocols to ensure a safe clinical environment
- Took and developed digital X-rays for diagnostic purposes
- Maintained accurate patient records using Dentrix software
Dental Assistant
Serenity Smile Designs
05.2019 - 05.2021
- Provided chairside assistance for general and cosmetic dentistry procedures
- Conducted preliminary patient assessments and reviewed medical histories
- Assisted in oral surgery, including extractions, and implant placements
Dental Assistant / Clinical Supervisor
Eastern Dental
10.2018 - 05.2019
- Promoted to Clinical Supervisor within three months, overseeing dental assistants and scheduling
- Trained new assistants in proper sterilization and chairside techniques
- Managed inventory and ordering of dental supplies
Dental Assistant
Signature Smiles
02.2018 - 10.2018
- Began as a sterilization tech and was promoted to chair side assistant within three weeks
- Assisted with pediatric dental procedures and patient comfort techniques
- Earned Radiology License in August 2018
Education
Associate's Degree - Dental Hygiene
Rowan College at Burlington County
Mount Laurel, NJ04.2025
Dental Assisting and Dental Radiology - undefined
Atlantic County Institute of Technology
Mays Landing, NJ05.2018
High School Diploma - undefined
Absegami High School
Galloway, NJ06.2012
Skills
- Dental Hygiene and Preventative Care
- Dental Radiology & X-Ray Processing
- Periodontal & Oral Surgery Assistance
- Infection Control & Sterilization
- Patient Education & Comfort
- Time Management & Team Collaboration
Certification
- Registered Dental Hygiene License, pending, 04/01/25
- Local Anesthesia Certification, pending, 07/01/24
- Dental Radiology License, active, 08/01/18
- CPR/AED Certified, active, 12/01/17
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Simply Beautiful Smiles
12.2021 - 10.2023
Dental Assistant
Serenity Smile Designs
05.2019 - 05.2021
Dental Assistant / Clinical Supervisor
Eastern Dental
10.2018 - 05.2019
Dental Assistant
Signature Smiles
02.2018 - 10.2018
Dental Assisting and Dental Radiology - undefined
Atlantic County Institute of Technology
High School Diploma - undefined
Absegami High School
Associate's Degree - Dental Hygiene
Rowan College at Burlington County
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