Dental Assistant
Non-employer
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Checked with participants throughout procedures to help alleviate anxiety.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Applied protective coating of fluoride to teeth during dental procedures.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
- Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
- Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.