Penny Leblanc
New Iberia,Louisiana
Summary
Skilled Orthodontic Assistant with extensive experience adept in orthodontic bonding and enhancing patient satisfaction. Excelled in chairside assistance and patient education, significantly improving treatment outcomes. Proficient in sterilization techniques and team collaboration, ensuring high-quality care and efficiency in orthodontic practices.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant
Dr. Lori Landreneau Orthodontics
Lafayette, LA
02.2021 - 10.2024
- Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills while educating patients on oral hygiene practices specific to their orthodontic treatments.
- Took x-rays, photographs, and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
- Provided exceptional chairside assistance to orthodontist during complex procedures such as bracket placement and adjustments, aligner fittings, and appliance installations.
- Maintained detailed progress notes for each patient to support continuity of care throughout their treatment plan.
- Increased overall patient satisfaction by promptly addressing any discomfort or concerns related to their treatments.
- Enhanced practice efficiency by maintaining well-organized inventory of orthodontic supplies and equipment.
- Poured and shaped molds from impressions and trimmed molds in grinder.
Orthodontic Assistant
Dr. Kirby Guidry
Lafayette, LA
04.2010 - 09.2019
- Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills while educating patients on oral hygiene practices specific to their orthodontic treatments.
- Took x-rays, photographs, and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
- Provided exceptional chairside assistance to orthodontist during complex procedures such as bracket placement and adjustments, aligner fittings, and appliance installations.
- Maintained detailed progress notes for each patient to support continuity of care throughout their treatment plan.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Iberia Senior High
New Iberia, LA01-1978
Skills
- Chart updating
- Elastics placement
- Orthodontic archwire changes
- Orthodontic bonding
- Bracket removal
- Orthodontic patient satisfaction
- Orthodontic debonding
- Orthodontic emergencies
- Orthodontic patient follow-up
- Sterilization techniques
- Orthodontic team collaboration
- Impression pouring
- Instrument preparation
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant
Dr. Lori Landreneau Orthodontics
02.2021 - 10.2024
Orthodontic Assistant
Dr. Kirby Guidry
04.2010 - 09.2019
High School Diploma -
New Iberia Senior High