Terri Love
Pine Mountain Valley,GA
Summary
Dedicated and certified dental assistant with extensive experience, excelling in four-handed procedures and infection control. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and retention through effective communication and education. Seeking an adjunct teaching role to contribute to student success in a dynamic learning environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Dental Assistant
Columbus Midtown Dental
11.2023 - Current
- Supported dentist by performing four-handed chairside dentistry, radiographs, and patient education
- Maintained accurate patient records and assisted in front desk operations
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Mentored junior dental assistants, sharing valuable knowledge to strengthen the overall quality of the team''s performance.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Ensured strict adherence to infection control protocols, maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for both staff and patients.
Fill in Dental Assistant
Columbus Children's Dentistry
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Built rapport with young patients by engaging them in age-appropriate conversation during visits to alleviate anxiety or fear surrounding dental appointments.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment in the treatment rooms, adhering to stringent sterilization protocols.
- Educated parents on preventative measures such as proper brushing techniques, flossing habits, and nutritional choices that contribute positively to their child''s oral health.
Forklift Operator
Walmart Distribution
07.2019 - 07.2023
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
Dental Assistant
Pine Mountain Family Dentistry
05.2012 - 05.2019
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- 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.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
- Enhanced patient comfort by carefully explaining procedures and addressing concerns prior to treatments.
Education
Certificate in Dental Assisting - Dental Assisting
West Ga Technical College
Newnan, GA05-2012
High School Diploma -
Harris County High School
Hamilton, GA05-2001
Skills
- Appointment scheduling
- Infection control proficiency
- Patient charting
- Endodontic procedures
- Dental radiography
- Oral surgery assistance
- Sterilization techniques
- Sealant application
- Impression taking
- Scheduling appointments
- Pediatric dentistry
- Four-handed procedures
- CPR/ BLS certified
Timeline
Lead Dental Assistant
Columbus Midtown Dental
11.2023 - Current
Fill in Dental Assistant
Columbus Children's Dentistry
08.2023 - 11.2023
Forklift Operator
Walmart Distribution
07.2019 - 07.2023
Dental Assistant
Pine Mountain Family Dentistry
05.2012 - 05.2019
Certificate in Dental Assisting - Dental Assisting
West Ga Technical College
High School Diploma -
Harris County High School
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