Detail-oriented Dental Assistant student completing a comprehensive CDA-accredited program. Gained practical experience through 40 hours of clinical externship, including taking X-rays, preparing dental materials, and educating patients on oral hygiene. Highly organized and ready to contribute to a fast-paced dental practice.
Work History
Externship
Smile Designs by Karen Cooper
Statesboro, GA
12.2025 - 01.2026
Supported the dental team during procedures by anticipating needs and providing assistance.
Welcomed patients and ensured they were comfortably seated while awaiting the dentist.
Performed cleaning, sterilization, and organization of dental instruments in accordance with OSHA and infection control standards.
Maintained efficient operatory turnover by setting up and breaking down rooms between patient appointments.
Savannah Dental Assistant School
SDA
Howard Family Dental
10.2025 - 01.2026
Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment for Composite procedure and Crown and Bridge procedure.
Made upper and lower alginate impressions and poured up models using proper mixer of stone and water.
Demonstrated anesthetic set up: topical, syringe, carpules, needle and cap, Harpoon engagement, and needle re-capping.
Radiography: Taking and developing digital X-rays (Bitewing, Periapical)
Demonstrated proper set up of Rubber Dam.
Instrument transfer and moisture control on Dexter.
Practiced digital charting using Dentrix.
Understanding sterilization and infection control protocols
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Henry W. Grady High School
2013
Skills
Digital Radiography, Impression Taking, Instrument Sterilization, Multitasking in Fast-Paced Environments, Patient Compassion & Empathy