William Meza
Keansburg,NJ
Summary
Skilled dentist with expertise in general dentistry. Proficient in diverse dental procedures, patient education, and pain management techniques. Successfully enhanced oral health outcomes through innovative preventive care programs.
Productive and efficient Dental Assistant with a compassionate approach. Proficient in patient care, dental procedure assistance, and infection control practices. Strong communication, empathy, and teamwork skills to ensure optimal patient comfort and support the dentist's needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Dentologem
Westfield
03.2022 - Current
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use 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.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Fabricated temporary crowns or bridges from impressions taken by the dentist.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials or pouring casts from impressions taken by dentists.
- Responded promptly to requests from other staff members or dentists while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Dentist
Miniterio de Salud Publica del Ecuador
Carchi, Carchi
01.2019 - 12.2024
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Performed patient examinations, charted dental history and developed treatment plans.
- Conducted root canals, extractions, fillings, crowns and other restorative procedures.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care measures.
- Provided emergency care for toothaches or broken teeth.
- Prescribed medications and antibiotics to treat infections or pain relief associated with dental work.
- Analyzed X-rays and reviewed patients' health backgrounds to devise appropriate treatment course.
- Examined patients' teeth, gums and oral tissue to identify and diagnose conditions.
- Kept patient information confidential and respected patients rights to privacy.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Assisted in training new staff members on best practices for providing quality dental services.
- Designed and fitted patients with dentures, bridges and other prosthodontic dental appliances.
- Taught patients how to properly brush and floss for optimal dental health.
- Collected information from patients, parents and guardians about dental care and issues of concern.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
Dental Assistant
Access Dental
Union, NJ
12.2020 - 05.2023
- Fabricated custom teeth impressions and temporary restorations for patients from given samples.
- Cleaned and polished removable dentures, brackets, wires and other appliances.
- Assisted dentist during examination by retracting patient's tongue and cheeks.
- Briefed patients on dental procedures and payment plans to help make informed decisions.
- Exposed dental diagnostic x-rays.
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Documented patient records during procedures and added notes taken to treatment chart.
- Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
Education
Dentist - Dentistry
Universidad De Las Americas
Quito - Ecuador03-2018
Skills
- Equipment Sterilization
- Patient Counseling
- Procedure Support
- Instrument preparation
- Patient Services
- Clinical Support
- X-ray interpretation
- Preventive Care
- Local anesthetics
- Dental radiographs mounting
- Emergency Dental Care
- Dental impressions
- Oral examination
- Laser Debridement
Certification
- License in Dentistry in Ecuador.
- Registered Dental Assistant in USA.
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
References
- George Melkumov (347)-735-2222
- Tatevik Melkumian (917)-972-7868
- Guemo Toral (201)-532-2867
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Dentologem
03.2022 - Current
Dental Assistant
Access Dental
12.2020 - 05.2023
Dentist
Miniterio de Salud Publica del Ecuador
01.2019 - 12.2024
Dentist - Dentistry
Universidad De Las Americas
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