Tamara Phillips

Expanded Duties Dental Assistant

Family Dentistry & Aesthetics

Fort Wayne, IN

04.1993 - Current

Greeted patients, recorded medical histories and vital signs, and provided patient education.
Assisted dentist in performing dental procedures such as fillings, crowns, bridges, extractions and root canals.
Sterilized instruments and set up trays for dental procedures.
Maintained accurate patient records and charts through both paper-based filing systems and computer software programs.
Instructed patients on proper oral hygiene techniques to maintain oral health.
Maintained inventory levels of supplies necessary for daily operations.
Assisted with laboratory duties such as fabricating temporary crowns, customizing night guards and splints, whitening trays and bleaching agents.
Took digital radiographs using intraoral sensors and panographs and 3D cone beam scans as needed
Constructed temporary crowns or other restorations under the direction of a dentist.
Reviewed patient's medical history prior to treatment; identified medications that may affect dental treatment plans.
Assisted with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments.
Communicated effectively with patients regarding their needs; answered questions about dental procedures or products.
Briefed patients on dental procedures and payment plans to help make informed decisions.
Documented patient records during procedures and added notes taken to treatment chart.
Sterilized dental equipment using autoclaves to prevent cross contamination.
Updated patient records with new data and treatment information.
Kept track of treatment information in patient records.
Created and fit dental appliances for patients. adjusting as necessary.