Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic
STEPHANIE ZAVALA

STEPHANIE ZAVALA

1815 Ash Meadow Dr. Houston,TX

Summary

Experienced Dental Assistant with over 10 years of experience in rapidly growing dental offices. Patient-focused and skilled in providing dentistry support. Proficient in preparing patients for examinations and offering chairside assistance during routine and complex procedures. Proven ability to build strong relationships with patients and successfully ease their anxiety.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Notary Public

Self-employeed
05.2021 - Current
  • Documented all transactions in notary journal to maintained permanent record.
  • Reviewed documents and personal identifying paperwork or government-issued IDs for each person.
  • Consulted with clients in a private setting in order to witness document signings.

Dental Assistant

Cloud Dentistry
06.2019 - Current
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment.
  • Taught patients successful strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque and protecting gums and tooth enamel from damage.
  • Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
  • Administered desensitizing agents by applying numbing gel to prepare patients for anesthetic injections.
  • Supported dentists during procedures to restore teeth, like dental fillings, permanent and temporary crowns, RCT treatmenr and Surgical ext..Completed tooth impressions to support creation of accurate dental work to correct problems such as missing teeth.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges and other dental prosthetics.
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
  • Prepared and positioned patients for procedures by clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
  • Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules by mentioning risks during pregnancy, and applying lead aprons.
  • Administered sealing compounds and protective coatings to boost tooth enamel strength and minimize cavity risk.
  • Educated patients on postoperative care, including how to protect dental work and boost healing.
  • Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water and mixing materials for fillings, casts and impressions.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments between patients to protect from infection risks.
  • Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse.
  • Assisted dentist with Crown/BU, Restorative fillins and RCT treatment and surgical extractions procedures.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Prepared bite-wing, panoramic and periapical radiological images, allowing dentist to spot cavities, decay and problem areas needing treatment.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Documented patients’ dental health information, medical history and vital signs.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
  • Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment.

Dental Assistant

Mary Marbach DDS
02.2023 - 02.2024
  • 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.
  • Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for Number procedures daily.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
  • 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.
  • Collaborated with the dental team to develop customized treatment plans for individual patients.
  • Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
  • Enhanced patient rapport by consistently delivering compassionate and professional care.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing timely assistance during complex dental procedures.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of dental office, creating welcoming atmosphere for patients.
  • Improved dental procedure outcomes with accurate preparation of filling and crown materials.
  • Assisted in emergency dental procedures, providing critical support in high-pressure situations.

Dental Assistant

Greenspoint Dental
02.2019 - 01.2023
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
  • Administered desensitizing agents by applying numbing gel to prepare patients for anesthetic injections.
  • Prepared patient X-rays and images by for review by dentist.
  • Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment .
  • Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse.
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments between patients to protect from infection risks.

Dental Assistant

Mint Dentistry
08.2018 - 05.2022
  • Prepared and positioned patients for procedures by clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
  • Taught patients successful strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque and protecting gums and tooth enamel from damage.
  • Helped complete routine and advanced procedures by preparing patients and instruments for expected needs.
  • Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse.
  • Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water and mixing materials for fillings, final impression, casts, and impressions for bleaching trays and nightguards.
  • Educated patients on postoperative care, including how to protect dental work and boost healing.
  • 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 to review.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules by mentioning risks during pregnancy, asking for medical clearance and double shield lead apron was applied.
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Completed tooth impressions to support creation of accurate dental work to correct problems such as missing teeth.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
  • Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
  • Administered sealing compounds and protective coatings to boost tooth enamel strength and minimize cavity risk.
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments between patients to protect from infection risks.
  • Supported dentists during procedures to restore teeth, like dental fillings, permanent and temporary crowns, RCT treatmentand Surgical extractions.
  • Typed patient data into computer system using Open Dental while following privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
  • Administered desensitizing agents by applying numbing gel to prepare patients for anesthetic injections.
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Documented patients’ dental health information, medical history and vital signs.
  • Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
  • Prepared bitewing, panoramic and periapical radiological images, allowing dentist to spot cavities, decay and problem areas needing treatment.
  • Assisted dentist with restorive procedures, crowns ,RCT treatmentand and surgical extraction procedures.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.

Customer Service Representative

Alorica
11.2016 - 02.2018
  • Maintained customer happiness with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Consulted with outside parties to resolve discrepancies and create effective solutions.
  • Answered constant flow of customer calls with up to 60 calls a day.
  • Entered customer interaction details the system to track requests, document problems and record solutions offered.
  • Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers in fast-paced environment.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly and in appropriate manner.

Dental Assistant

BLVD Dentistry
01.2015 - 09.2016
  • Administered desensitizing agents by applying numbing gel to prepare patients for anesthetic injections.
  • Assisted dentists, hygienists and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments between patients to protect from infection risks.
  • Educated patients on postoperative care, including how to protect dental work and boost healing.
  • Prepared patient X-rays and images for Dentist to review.
  • Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Typed patient data into computer system using Eagle soft while following privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
  • Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.

Education

Everest Institute
Houston, TX
2014

Associates - Science

Houston Community College
Houston, TX
06.2012

Skills

  • Patient data gathering
  • Dental staff assistance
  • Data entry
  • Dental radiography
  • Infection control proficiency
  • Patient intake procedures
  • Local anesthetic proficiency
  • Treatment room cleanup
  • Oral surgery
  • Equipment sterilization
  • Chairside assisting
  • Team collaboration
  • Patient relations
  • Proficient in Open dental ,Eaglesoft & Dentrix
  • Strong communication skills
  • Electronic Charting
  • Detail-oriented

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Mary Marbach DDS
02.2023 - 02.2024

Notary Public

Self-employeed
05.2021 - Current

Dental Assistant

Cloud Dentistry
06.2019 - Current

Dental Assistant

Greenspoint Dental
02.2019 - 01.2023

Dental Assistant

Mint Dentistry
08.2018 - 05.2022

Customer Service Representative

Alorica
11.2016 - 02.2018

Dental Assistant

BLVD Dentistry
01.2015 - 09.2016

Everest Institute

Associates - Science

Houston Community College

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
STEPHANIE ZAVALA