Ty'Kirra Glenn
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Experienced dental assistant enhancing patient care. Proven record of improving efficiency and managing dental procedures with precision. Skilled in team collaboration and patient communication.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Advance Dental Care
Baltimore, MD
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care effectively.
- Participated in inventory management, ensuring adequate supply levels for daily operations.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 120+ procedures daily.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery
- Assisted in dental radiography, ensuring safety and accuracy for diagnostic purposes.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Supported dentists with chairside assistance, ensuring smooth workflow during procedures.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Dental Assistant
Pattanashetti Suresh N DMD
Towson, MD
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dental office, creating welcoming atmosphere for patients.
- Enhanced patient comfort by carefully explaining procedures and addressing concerns prior to treatments.
- Prepared treatment areas for patient care, ensuring sterile and organized environment.
- Assisted in dental radiography, ensuring safety and accuracy for diagnostic purposes.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Assisted in patient preparation and comfort during dental procedures.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Dental Assistant
Porter Dental
Baltimore, MD
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Managed appointment scheduling and patient follow-up communications efficiently.
- Documented patient records accurately, maintaining confidentiality and compliance standards.
- Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
- Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling, reducing wait times and enhancing patient satisfaction.
- Assisted in dental radiography, ensuring safety and accuracy for diagnostic purposes.
- Prepared treatment areas for patient care, ensuring sterile and organized environment.
- Enhanced patient comfort by carefully explaining procedures and addressing concerns prior to treatments.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dental office, creating welcoming atmosphere for patients.
- Streamlined digital x-ray processing, reducing wait time for diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Improved patient care with meticulous attention to instrument sterilization and preparation.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, , casts and impressions.
Dental Assistant
Now Dentistry
Baltimore, MD
02.2020 - 03.2022
- Reduced supply costs by 15% annually
- Prepped equipment within 5 mins
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
- Improved health outcomes, monitoring patient vitals and adjusting care plans as needed.
- Conducted preventive maintenance on medical equipment, extending its lifespan and reducing repair costs.
- Educated patients on self-care management strategies for chronic conditions or post-surgical recovery periods.
- Supported dentists with chairside assistance, ensuring smooth workflow during procedures.
- 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.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Dental Assistant
Advance Dental Care
Baltimore, MD
07.2018 - 02.2020
- Assisted in 150+ dental procedures monthly
- Managed patient records 20% faster
- Streamlined scheduling system by 30%
- Sterilized instruments and maintained cleanliness of treatment areas consistently.
- Assisted in patient preparation and comfort during dental procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance clinic operations and patient experiences.
- 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.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Education
Dental Assistant - Dental Assistant
Fortis College
Towson, MD06-2018
High School Diploma -
Coppin Adcademy High School
Baltimore, MD06-2017
Skills
- Patient Care Management
- Dental Radiography
- Sterilization Techniques
- Dental Software Proficiency
- Attention to Detail
- Team Collaboration
- Communication Skills
- Time Management
Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant - Dental Assisting National Board
- Radiology Certification - Radiology Health And Safety Baltimore Md
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Advance Dental Care
03.2023 - 04.2024
Dental Assistant
Pattanashetti Suresh N DMD
10.2022 - 03.2023
Dental Assistant
Porter Dental
03.2022 - 07.2022
Dental Assistant
Now Dentistry
02.2020 - 03.2022
Dental Assistant
Advance Dental Care
07.2018 - 02.2020
Dental Assistant - Dental Assistant
Fortis College
High School Diploma -
Coppin Adcademy High School