Steven Van Wicklen DDS
Doctor Dental Surgery
Spicewood,TX
Summary
Motivated professional offering expertise in Private Dental Practice Setting. Adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal and multitasking abilities. Outgoing Dentist pursuing flexible part-time employment.. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Doctor Dental Surgery DDS
Heartland Dental Affiliate South Austin Dentist
Austin, TX
07.2019 - Current
- Consulted patients to explain treatment plan details and information about upcoming dental procedures.
- Evaluated patients' teeth for gum disease and decay.
- Delivered compassionate care and calmed anxious patients.
- Completed basic and specialized dental procedures across diverse client base.
- Reviewed x-rays to identify cavities and other issues.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene to promote oral health and disease prevention.
- Evaluated teeth for misalignment and periodontal problems to diagnose conditions and treat or refer for specialist care.
- Treated patients on emergency basis to repair tooth injuries, and fractured facial bones.
- Conducted oral cancer screenings by thoroughly examining patients' mouths to identify problematic areas.
- Analyzed X-rays and reviewed patients' health backgrounds to devise appropriate treatment course.
- Explained procedures, answered questions and administered additional pain relief to help patients feel comfortable.
- Placed fillings, temporary crowns and bridges after surgical procedures, protecting teeth long term or until permanent dental restorations or prosthetics were created.
- Performed root canals, filled cavities and instructed patients on pain management to repair dental structures with minimal discomfort to patients.
- Followed up with patients after procedures for proper pain management.
- Designed and fitted patients with dentures, bridges and other prosthodontic dental appliances.
- Treated infections caused by chronic and acute issues and diseases within soft oral tissues.
Doctor Dental Surgery DDS
South Austin Dentist . com
Austin, TX
07.1985 - 06.2019
- Prepared patients for dental procedures and treatment by greeting warmly, explaining procedure details, Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
- Kept track of treatment information in patient records.
- Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
- Updated patient records with new data and treatment information.
- Took medical and dental history and recorded vital signs of patients.
- Documented patient records during procedures and added notes taken to treatment chart.
- Exposed diagnostic dental x-rays to analyze teeth condition.
- Gathered and documented patient medical and dental histories and vital signs.
- Briefed patients on dental procedures and payment plans to help make informed decisions.
- Fabricated custom teeth impressions and temporary restorations for patients from given samples.
Education
DDS with Clinical Honors - Dentistry
UT Health Science Center
San Antonio, TX07.1985
Bachelor of Arts - Biology With Honors
University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX05.1981
Skills
- Treatment Planning
- Crown and Bridge Construction
- Periodontal Therapies
- Advising and Educating Patients
- Emergency Dental Care
- Patient Counseling
- Customer Service
- Restorative Dentistry
- Detail-Oriented
- Oral Hygiene
- Relationship Building
- Dental Radiography
- Personable Communication
- Oral Hygiene Techniques
Affiliations
- Member, Alumni Association UT Austin Texas Class 1981
- Member, Alumni Association UT Health Science Center San Antonio Class 1985
- Winner "Best of Austin" Award Austin Chronicle Newspaper
Timeline
Doctor Dental Surgery DDS
Heartland Dental Affiliate South Austin Dentist
07.2019 - Current
Doctor Dental Surgery DDS
South Austin Dentist . com
07.1985 - 06.2019
DDS with Clinical Honors - Dentistry
UT Health Science Center
Bachelor of Arts - Biology With Honors
University of Texas At Austin
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