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Patricia Ware

Greensboro,NC

Summary

Dental professional with solid foundation in dental assisting, skilled in supporting dental procedures and patient care. Proven ability to adapt to dynamic work environments and collaborate effectively with dental teams. Known for attention to detail and excellent communication skills, fostering positive experience for patients and colleagues.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Assistant 2

Dr. Jeffrey Finn
01.2018 - Current
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
  • Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
  • 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.
  • Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
  • Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
  • Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
  • Collaborated with the dental team to develop customized treatment plans for individual patients.

Dental Assistant 2

Dr. John F. Saunders
11.1983 - 12.2017
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
  • 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.
  • Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
  • Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
  • Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
  • Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
  • Assisted in emergency dental procedures, providing critical support in high-pressure situations.
  • Assisted in dental radiography, ensuring safety and accuracy for diagnostic purposes.
  • Enhanced patient rapport by consistently delivering compassionate and professional care.
  • Improved patient care with meticulous attention to instrument sterilization and preparation.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by carefully explaining procedures and addressing concerns prior to treatments.
  • Contributed to comfortable patient experience, offering reassurance and support throughout treatments.
  • Prepared treatment areas for patient care, ensuring sterile and organized environment.
  • Supported dental procedures, ensuring efficient operation and patient satisfaction.
  • Improved dental procedure outcomes with accurate preparation of filling and crown materials.
  • Increased office efficiency by maintaining patient records with up-to-date information.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of dental office, creating welcoming atmosphere for patients.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing timely assistance during complex dental procedures.
  • Conducted inventory management to maintain essential supplies, avoiding procedural delays.
  • Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
  • Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
  • Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
  • Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
  • Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
  • Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
  • Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.

Education

Associate of Arts - Dental Assisting

Guilford Technical Community College
Jamestown, NC
08-1983

Skills

  • Dental impressions
  • Dental radiography
  • Digital X-ray proficiency
  • Equipment sterilization
  • Restorative procedures
  • Dental staff assistance
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Four-handed procedures

Interests

  • Participating in various activities, including tennis, spending time with grandchildren , family and friends

Timeline

Dental Assistant 2

Dr. Jeffrey Finn
01.2018 - Current

Dental Assistant 2

Dr. John F. Saunders
11.1983 - 12.2017

Associate of Arts - Dental Assisting

Guilford Technical Community College

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