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Porfirio Sanchez

Conroe,TX

Summary

With a proven track record at Smile Dental, I excel in delivering exceptional patient care and mastering digital X-ray proficiency. Renowned for enhancing orthodontic patient satisfaction through effective treatment planning and oral hygiene education, my expertise significantly contributes to efficient and high-quality orthodontic services.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Family Smiles Dental of Conroe
08.2021 - Current
  • Assisted orthodontists in performing complex treatments, ensuring precise execution of tasks and high-quality results.
  • Prepared dental equipment and materials for orthodontic procedures, ensuring optimal readiness for efficient appointments.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene practices to maintain healthy teeth during orthodontic treatment phases.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing clear explanations and thorough instructions during orthodontic procedures.
  • Provided excellent patient care by addressing concerns, answering questions, and offering support throughout treatment.
  • Demonstrated proficient x-ray skills, capturing quality images while adhering to strict radiation safety guidelines for both patients and staff members alike.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
  • Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
  • Upheld strict privacy protocols when handling sensitive patient information as per HIPAA regulations.

Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Lovett Dental
07.2019 - 08.2021
  • Assisted orthodontists in performing complex treatments, ensuring precise execution of tasks and high-quality results.
  • Prepared dental equipment and materials for orthodontic procedures, ensuring optimal readiness for efficient appointments.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene practices to maintain healthy teeth during orthodontic treatment phases.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing clear explanations and thorough instructions during orthodontic procedures.
  • Upheld strict privacy protocols when handling sensitive patient information as per HIPAA regulations.
  • Maintained a sterile work environment to uphold safety standards and prevent crosscontamination.
  • Demonstrated proficient x-ray skills, capturing quality images while adhering to strict radiation safety guidelines for both patients and staff members alike.

Dental Assistant

Portal Dental Care
06.2018 - 07.2019
  • 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.

Dentist

Smile Dental
10.2008 - 02.2015
  • Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
  • Provided preventive care with regular checkups, educating patients on proper oral hygiene habits.
  • Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
  • Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
  • Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing thorough dental examinations and personalized treatment plans.
  • Created individualized treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients.

Education

Dental Assistant - Dental Assistant

UT HEALTH SAN ANTONIO
San Antonio, TX
08-2018

Doctor of Medical Dentistry - Dentist

Universidad Del Zulia
Maracaibo, Venezuela
09-2002

Skills

  • Orthodontic wire changes
  • Digital X-ray proficiency
  • Treatment Planning
  • Orthodontic records management
  • Orthodontic emergencies management
  • Instrument sterilization techniques
  • Orthodontic treatment compliance
  • Retainer fabrication
  • Impression taking skills
  • Oral hygiene education
  • Interceptive orthodontics
  • Orthodontic patient satisfaction
  • X-ray review
  • Teeth cleaning assistance
  • Orthodontic patient follow-up
  • Dental impressions
  • Orthodontic bracket placement
  • Orthodontic appliance adjustment
  • Orthodontic appliance repair
  • Orthodontic study model trimming
  • Orthodontic debonding procedures
  • Orthodontic photography

Certification

  • Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - TEXAS Dental Board.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working

Timeline

Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Family Smiles Dental of Conroe
08.2021 - Current

Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Lovett Dental
07.2019 - 08.2021

Dental Assistant

Portal Dental Care
06.2018 - 07.2019

Dentist

Smile Dental
10.2008 - 02.2015

Dental Assistant - Dental Assistant

UT HEALTH SAN ANTONIO

Doctor of Medical Dentistry - Dentist

Universidad Del Zulia
Porfirio Sanchez