Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Languages
Timeline
Scientific Presentations & Research Contributions
Publications
Generic

Sabrina De Carvalho Sakane

West Greenwich,USA

Summary

Certified Dental Assistant with focus on delivering high-quality patient care and effective chairside assistance, skilled in supporting dental procedures and patient care. 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. Management of dental records and maintenance of sterile environment. Known for excellent team collaboration skills and adaptability to changing needs, contributing to successful dental practices.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Observer (Former Employee)

Coventry Family Dental
10.2024 - 02.2025
  • Shadowed a general dentist after previously working at the practice: observed a range of procedures and gained deeper insight into clinical decision-making, treatment planning, and centered communication.


Certified Dental Assistant

Coventry Family Dental
11.2023 - 10.2024
  • Provided full-scope chairside assistance during a wide range of procedures - including urgencies, exams, restorations, endodontic treatments, extractions, implants, bone graphs, dentures, and fixed prosthetics.
  • Served as a translator from Portuguese to English to ensure clear communication throughout treatment.
  • Took digital X-rays, dental impressions, and intra-oral scans; fabricated temporary crowns; handled patient’s records; scheduled appointments, managed supplies, and coordinated with labs to support smooth clinical and office operations.
  • Attended conferences, seminars, lectures, workshops and other events related to dentistry.

Certified Dental Assistant

Thundermist Health Center
11.2021 - 11.2023
  • Facilitated dentists in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary clinic through operatory preparation and chair-side assisting for diverse procedures, while ensuring OSHA-compliant infection control.
  • Facilitated emergency appointments by conducting X-rays, preparing for procedures including extractions and temporary fillings, assisting chairside, and ensuring patient comfort throughout visits.
  • Facilitated communication as an English Portuguese translator between the dentist, hygienist, and patient to ensure a smooth flow of the procedure.
  • Exhibited commitment to oral health care development and dedication to the profession, earning certification in the Dental Assisting Program, sponsored by Thundermist Community Health Center.

Endodontist and General Dentist

Private Office, Cabral Clinic
09.2014 - 06.2019
  • Owned and operated a private dental practice, providing both general and endodontic care, including complex root canal treatments, retreatments, core build-ups, aesthetic restorations, crowns, periodontal therapy, oral cancer screenings, and routine exams.
  • Collaborated with specialists, such as orthodontists or prosthodontists, when complex cases were presented, to define strategies for a proper case approach.
  • Provided comprehensive care to patients, including diagnosis, treatment planning, and post-operative follow-up visits.
  • Communicated effectively with staff members, colleagues, referring doctors, and insurance companies regarding patient care plans and progress updates.
  • Created dental office policies and procedures, provided staff members with copies and oversaw rule enforcement to meet office guidelines and health and safety laws.

Endodontist

Gandelman Dentistry & Aesthetics Clinic
03.2013 - 08.2014
  • Performed complex endodontic treatments and retreatments, managed dental trauma cases, pulp necrosis, and resorption, with a focus on preserving natural dentition and preventing further structural damage.
  • Executed advanced procedures such as post space preparation, metal and fiberglass post removal, and retrieval of separated instruments from curved canals using ultrasonic techniques, ensuring safe, precise, and predictable clinical outcomes.
  • Coordinated referrals with other specialists when needed for complex cases involving multiple disciplines.

Endodontist

Hilgemberg Dentistry Office
01.2013 - 08.2014
  • Diagnosed and treated pulp-related pathologies and dental pain through a range of endodontic procedures, including root canal treatments, retreatments, and the management of internal and external resorptions.
  • Applied advanced diagnostic techniques and modern instrumentation to deliver predictable, high-quality endodontic outcomes across diverse and complex cases.
  • Prescribed medications when necessary to help manage pain or discomfort associated with endodontic procedures.

Education

Certificate of Dental Assistant -

The Dale Foundation Interactive E-learning
04-2023

Advanced Study in Prosthodontics -

Prime Continuing Education
Curitiba, Brazil
07-2017

Certificate of Advanced Study in Endodontics -

Brazilian Dental Association
Curitiba, Brazil
01-2008

Doctor of Dental Surgery -

Pontifical Catholic University of Parana
Curitiba, Brazil
08.2004

Skills

  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Cultural competence and sensitivity
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Patient care and education
  • Dental impressions
  • Endodontics assistance
  • Prosthodontics assistance
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Oral surgery assistance
  • Strong manual dexterity
  • Sterilization techniques
  • OSHA compliance
  • Dental radiography

Affiliations

  • Massachusetts Hispanic Dental Association

Certification

  • Certified Dental Assistant CN: 269626 | Apr 2023

Dental Assisting National Board. Nationally certified in chairside assisting, radiographic procedure, infection control and dental office protocols, demonstrating comprehensive knowledge and clinical readiness.

  • Dental Radiography Certification | Apr 2023

Community College of Rhode Island. Certified in dental radiographic techniques, including intraoral and extraoral imaging, NOMAD training, with emphasis on safety, positioning and image quality.

  • CPR and AED Certification | American Heart Association | Oct 2023

Certified in adult, child, and infant cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) use, following current emergency response protocols.

Languages

Portuguese: Native/ Bilingual
English: Full Professional

Timeline

Dental Observer (Former Employee)

Coventry Family Dental
10.2024 - 02.2025

Certified Dental Assistant

Coventry Family Dental
11.2023 - 10.2024

Certified Dental Assistant

Thundermist Health Center
11.2021 - 11.2023

Endodontist and General Dentist

Private Office, Cabral Clinic
09.2014 - 06.2019

Endodontist

Gandelman Dentistry & Aesthetics Clinic
03.2013 - 08.2014

Endodontist

Hilgemberg Dentistry Office
01.2013 - 08.2014

Certificate of Dental Assistant -

The Dale Foundation Interactive E-learning

Advanced Study in Prosthodontics -

Prime Continuing Education

Certificate of Advanced Study in Endodontics -

Brazilian Dental Association

Doctor of Dental Surgery -

Pontifical Catholic University of Parana

Scientific Presentations & Research Contributions

  • Research Collaborator | Hispanic International Mission | Jan 2023 to Nov 2023

“The Effects & Impact of Climate Change on Oral Health”

Contributed to interdisciplinary research exploring the relationship between climate change and oral health outcomes, with a focus on vulnerable and underserved populations.

  • Case Report Presenter | International Congress of Dentistry | Ponta Grossa, PR - Brazil | Sept 2004

“Endodontic Treatment in a Patient with Cerebral Palsy - A case report”

Presented a case study emphasizing clinical considerations and adaptations in endodontic treatment for patients with special needs

  • Oral Presenter | International Congress of Dentistry | Curitiba, PR - Brazil | Aug 2003

“Treatment of Horizontal Root Fractures”

Presented clinical approaches and outcomes in the management of horizontal root fractures in endodontics

Publications

  • 2025 Ocean State Dental Conference | Lincoln, RI | Sep 2025

Implant-Assisted Prosthetics: Treatment Planning Options for Fixed, Removable, and Hybrid Restorations. Earned 3 CE credits.

Achieving Better Fit and 2 Visit Dentures with Digital Workflow. Earned 3 CE credits.

  • American Association of Endodontics Annual Meeting | Boston, MA | Apr 2025

Attended 4 days of immersive endodontic clinical lectures and case discussions. Earned 14.4 CE credits.

  • Yankee Dental Congress | Boston, MA | Jan 2023 to Jan 2025

Participated in this dental congress for 3-year consecutively, attending lectures covering diverse dentistry related topics. Earned 27 CE credits.

  • The Christensen Bottom Line | Rhode Island Dental Association | North Kingstown, RI | Apr 2024

Attended a lecture on prosthodontics combining theoretical knowledge and real-world clinical experience. Earned 6 CE credits.

  • Rooted in Excellence: Mastering the Art and Science of Endodontics | Rhode Island Dental Association | Pawtucket, RI | Mar 2024

Lecture of endodontic techniques and innovations in the field to improve the root canal treatment and its outcomes. Earned 6 CE credits.

  • Massachusetts Hispanic Dental Association | Annual Dental Careers Symposium | Boston, MA | Oct 2023

Attended a symposium with international dentists exploring the various pathways withing dentistry to obtain the U.S. dental license. Earned 6 CE credits.

  • World Endo Congress | Dentsply Seminar | Munich, Germany | Nov 2007

Participated in a 2-day endodontic seminar featuring advanced techniques and materials. Earned 12 CE credits

  • Fachdental | Trade Fair for Dental Practices and Laboratories | Stuttgart, Germany | Oct 2007

Attended this major European dental technology fair focused on innovations in clinical and laboratory equipment.

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE