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Thanh Nguyen

Kent

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate dental assistant bringing seven years of hands-on clinical experience and a deep curiosity for lifelong learning, seeking admission into dental hygiene to advance my skills and continue making a positive impact in patients’ lives. As a committed student of life, I bring not only technical knowledge but also empathy, resilience, and a growth mindset to the field of oral healthcare.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Surgical Dental Assistant

Premier Periodontics
04.2021 - Current
  • Demonstrate a strong understanding of medications, systemic health conditions, and their relevance to dental care, ensuring safe and informed treatment decisions.
  • Compose clear, well-structured letters that communicate a summary of dental visit, treatment recommendations and their clinical rationale to patients healthcare provider(s).
  • Skilled at multitasking efficiently in fast-paced environments while maintaining attention to detail and quality of care.
  • Quick to learn and implement new technologies, procedures, and protocols to continuously enhance patient outcomes and team productivity.
  • Prepare operatory with appropriate surgical instrument, material and sterile barriers.
  • Assist and anticipate periodontist needs during procedures with patients under IV sedation, oral sedation & nitrous oxide. Types of surgeries include implant placements, tissue grafting, sinus lifts, and extractions.
  • Monitor patient comfort levels throughout appointment, and review post-operative instructions for clear understanding with wound care and medication guidance.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control standards, maintaining a clean and safe environment for both patients and staff

Surgical Dental Assistant

Lake Oswego Periodontics & Implant Dentistry
04.2020 - 04.2021
  • Meticulous cognizance of time management to make certain patient are seen on time.
  • Experienced in assisting with high-anxiety dental patients requiring sedation; provide wheelchair transport post-procedure, coordinate safe transfer to accompanying drivers, and review post-operative home care instructions to ensure patient understanding and compliance.
  • Obtain high-quality radiographs with a focus on patient comfort and safety
  • Conduct post-operative follow-up calls; provide patient support and communicate concerns to the dentist as needed
  • Assist dentists and hygienists chairside during various dental procedures.
  • Independently remove sutures and membranes, ensuring patient comfort with gentle technique and detailed aftercare guidance.
  • Organized and maintained traditional paper patient records with accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Obtained alginate impressions and fabrication of custom palatal surgical stents for patients undergoing tissue grafting procedures.
  • Captured intraoral scans and CBCT imaging for the digital planning and fabrication of surgical guides in all dental implant cases.

4-Week Clinical Internship With Lead Assistant

First Impressions Dental & Dentures
06.2018 - 04.2020
  • high-quality patient care
  • Perform clinical tasks, providing sealants, coronal polishes and assisting with dental procedures such as fillings, crowns, and root canals.
  • Prepare and sterilize dental instruments, equipment, and treatment areas in compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Manage inventory, order supplies within budget, and ensure proper stock for smooth operation.
  • Handle patient scheduling, confirm appointments, and develop dental treatment plans using appropriate procedure codes in accordance with clinical findings and insurance requirements.
  • Accurately document procedures, patient vitals, probing depths and discussion between patient and provider.

Education

Associate of Applied Science -

Renton Technical College
Renton, WA
03-2021

Skills

  • Ambidextrous hand coordination
  • Effective team collaboration
  • Proficient in managing multiple tasks
  • Trustworthy execution
  • Active listening
  • Strategic planning for patient care
  • Effective problem identification and resolution
  • Adaptable, calm and approachable communication with anxious patients

Certification

  • Certified Registered Dental Assistant (CRDA) – Washington State
  • Radiation Health and Safety Certification
  • Infection Control Certification
  • OSHA & HIPAA Compliance Training
  • CPR/BLS Certified – American Heart Association

Accomplishments

  • Successfully created and implemented a treatment planning codes spreadsheet, improving workflow efficiency and organization within the company - 2024
  • Completion of Dental Assisting Program- 2018
  • Perfect Attendance Award - 1st Quarter 2018
  • Renton High School – 200+ Volunteer Hours ; Contributed over 200 hours supporting school events, student programs, and community initiatives.

Languages

Vietnamese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Surgical Dental Assistant

Premier Periodontics
04.2021 - Current

Surgical Dental Assistant

Lake Oswego Periodontics & Implant Dentistry
04.2020 - 04.2021

4-Week Clinical Internship With Lead Assistant

First Impressions Dental & Dentures
06.2018 - 04.2020

Associate of Applied Science -

Renton Technical College

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