Teri Nelson
Farmington
Summary
Dynamic Orthodontic Assistant with extensive experience at Graff Orthodontics, skilled in orthodontic bonding and infection control. Enhanced patient satisfaction by effectively addressing concerns and streamlining procedures. Proven ability to maintain organized inventory and ensure compliance with safety protocols, contributing to a safe and efficient clinic environment.
Diligent lead assistant with solid background in orthodontics, providing exceptional chairside assistance and patient care. Efficiently managed orthodontic procedures and maintained sterilization protocols. Demonstrated proficiency in dental radiography and patient records management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant
Graff Orthodontics
11.2021 - Current
- Assisted in fabricating custom orthodontic appliances tailored to individual patient needs.
- Increased overall patient satisfaction by promptly addressing any discomfort or concerns related to their treatments.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently assisting with orthodontic procedures and providing clear explanations of treatment plans.
- Reduced appointment wait times with efficient room setup and breakdown between patients.
- Developed comprehensive knowledge of various orthodontic appliances, enabling accurate preparation for each procedure.
Orthodontic Assistant
Fairbanks Orthodontics
05.2017 - 03.2021
- Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills while educating patients on oral hygiene practices specific to their orthodontic treatments.
- Took x-rays, photographs, and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
- Provided exceptional chairside assistance to orthodontist during complex procedures such as bracket placement and adjustments, aligner fittings, and appliance installations.
- Maintained detailed progress notes for each patient to support continuity of care throughout their treatment plan.
- Enhanced practice efficiency by maintaining well-organized inventory of orthodontic supplies and equipment.
- Poured and shaped molds from impressions and trimmed molds in grinder.
- Contributed to successful treatment outcomes by accurately taking dental impressions, X-rays, and intraoral scans.
- Maintained strict compliance with infection control protocols, contributing to safe clinic environment for patients and staff.
Dental Assistant
Dr Earnest DDS
03.2013 - 03.2016
- 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.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- 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.
Education
No Degree - Business
San Juan College
Farmington, NM05-2028
No Degree - Dental Assisting
Apollo College
Mesa, AZ10-2010
High School Diploma -
Red Mesa High School
Red Mesa, AZ05-2007
Skills
- Chart updating
- Orthodontic archwire changes
- Orthodontic bonding
- Orthodontic debonding
- Instrument sterilization
- X-ray processing
- Wire bending
- Orthodontic supply inventory
- Infection control
Certification
- Certified radiology
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant
Graff Orthodontics
11.2021 - Current
Orthodontic Assistant
Fairbanks Orthodontics
05.2017 - 03.2021
Dental Assistant
Dr Earnest DDS
03.2013 - 03.2016
No Degree - Business
San Juan College
No Degree - Dental Assisting
Apollo College
High School Diploma -
Red Mesa High School
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