Vaneza Santiago
Plant City,FL
Summary
Strong work ethic and determined dental assistant with six years of experience, seeking to enhance a position in a team-player environment, where I can continue utilizing my expanded functions skills and help expand oral patient care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Watts Dental
Fish Hawk, FL
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Assisted the dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking vital signs, collecting payment, and scheduling appointments.
- Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Chair-side assistance during dental procedures, such as surgical procedures, restorative work, and impressions for dentures and partial dentures.
- Helped patients manage Invisalign therapy, delivered trays, retainers, and night guard appliances.
Dental Assistant
Oakfield dental
Brandon , FL
02.2019 - 12.2024
- Conducted intraoral scanning for diagnostic models and impressions using the Itero, Dandy, and Medit scanners.
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from preliminary impressions.
- Maintained comprehensive patient records, including consent forms, treatment plans, and progress notes, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
- Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
Dental Assistant
Walding & Associates
Lakeland , FL
03.2018 - 11.2018
- Utilized Dentrix software to efficiently develop x-rays, chart patient data, and recommended treatment plans.
- Delivered preventive care to minors and young adults, including oral hygiene education, prophylaxis, sealants, and fluoride application.
- Prepared and sanitized rooms and equipment, including x-ray sensors and nitrous tubes, ensuring readiness for patient procedures.
Education
Expanded Function Dental Assistant - Dental Assistant
Erwin Technical College
Tampa, FL10-2017
Skills
- Bilingual, Spanish
- Team collaboration
- Flexible and adaptable
- Effective communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Dependable and responsible
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
Radiography Certified
EFDA
CPR/ BLS certified
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Watts Dental
01.2025 - 03.2025
Dental Assistant
Oakfield dental
02.2019 - 12.2024
Dental Assistant
Walding & Associates
03.2018 - 11.2018
Expanded Function Dental Assistant - Dental Assistant
Erwin Technical College
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