Yadanis Torres
Miami,Divorced
Summary
Adept at enhancing patient oral health, I leveraged restorative dentistry and patient education at Minsap to significantly improve patient outcomes. My expertise in emergency dental care and ability to manage dental anxiety fostered a supportive environment, achieving high patient satisfaction. Committed to continuous learning, I've consistently advanced my skills to meet and exceed professional standards.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Expanded Function Dental Assistant and XR
Hialeah Dental Assistant School
Hialeah, FL
02.2023 - Current
General Dentist
Minsap
Cuba
08.2008 - 12.2022
- Participated actively within community events promoting oral health awareness and offering dental screenings, highlighting the importance of preventive care measures.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene practices, leading to improved overall oral health.
- Mentored junior dentists by sharing knowledge about best practices in dentistry and discussing complex cases together for better decision making.
- Maintained detailed patient records to ensure accurate documentation of treatment plans and progress.
- Improved patient oral health by performing comprehensive dental examinations, diagnoses, and treatments.
- Performed various dental procedures for a diverse clientele, including fillings, extractions, root canals, and crown placements.
- Collaborated with specialists such as orthodontists or periodontists when necessary for optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided emergency dental care services minimizing pain and discomfort during off-hours appointments.
- Continuously updated knowledge in the field of dentistry through participation in professional development courses and conferences.
- Effectively managed challenging behavior from pediatric patients utilizing age-appropriate techniques creating positive experiences fostering future visits without fear or anxiety.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and sanitary environment for both staff and patients.
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic tools such as digital X-rays and intraoral cameras for accurate assessments of dental issues.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Developed long-lasting relationships with patients by providing compassionate care and addressing concerns promptly.
- Advised patients on appropriate treatment for pain and gave specific home care instructions.
- Managed busy appointment schedules while accommodating emergency cases as needed.
- Supported patient comfort with calm demeanor and individualized pain management.
- Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Created individualized treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients.
- Administered care in emergency situations to treat tooth injuries.
- Diagnosed nerve and dental tissue damage by conducting careful examinations to determine need for root canal procedures.
- Performed root canal procedures to treat nerve and dental pulp issues and prevent further damage to teeth and gums.
- Conducted thorough patient examinations while screening for jaw and tongue cancers by inspecting teeth and soft oral tissues.
- Diagnosed and treated infections, mouth ulcers, and other problems with oral mucosa.
- Reviewed patient health history and performed checkups to assess current issues.
- Defined and enforced dental office policies and procedures.
- Communicated one-on-one with patients during consultative appointments to explain treatment plan and educate on upcoming procedures.
- Evaluated performance of all clinical staff to deliver constructive feedback and acknowledge strengths resulting in better working relationships and performance improvements.
- Removed wisdom teeth and performed root canals.
- Alleviated infections with debriding and surgical procedures.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Checked growth, development and maxillary changes for verification of typical developmental milestones for age group.
- Assessed patient needs and developed treatment plans for restorative work.
- Provided preventive care and guidance to promote good dental hygiene.
- Wrote prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications used to treat temporary or long-term dental issues.
- Treated periodontal disease through scaling and root planning.
- Took impressions for retainers and appliances.
- Consulted with other dental professionals to deliver best patient care.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans for patients based on diagnosis.
- Restored teeth by fabricating crowns, bridges and other restorations.
- Recorded treatment information in patient charts.
- Filled cavities using composite and amalgam materials.
- Adjusted dentures to deliver secure and comfortable fit.
- Examined X-rays to detect abnormalities or abnormalities in oral cavity.
- Performed root canal therapy to save teeth from extraction.
- Checked teeth for signs of decay by assessing visually, manually and via radiography to recommend treatment options such as fillings and sealants.
- Removed old fillings and replaced with more modern, tooth-colored alternatives.
- Correctly administered local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments and irrigation.
- Performed comprehensive oral exams for patients to diagnose and treat dental conditions.
- Conducted routine oral cancer screenings.
- Improved patients' oral health by educating on better brushing and flossing habits.
- Protected patients from infectious diseases by using proper masking, gloves and safety glasses.
- Assessed patients' oral health for concerns such as infection pockets and gingivitis.
- Referred patients to specialists such as orthodontists, endodontists and oral surgeons based on individual needs.
- Directed staff handling patients' cleanings and support work for more advanced procedures.
Education
Expanded Function Duties And Training XR
South Florida Dental Assistant School
Hialeah, FL02.2023
Doctor Of Dental Medicine - Dental Medicine
Universidad De Odontología Raul Gonzalez Sanchez
La Habana. Cuba07.2008
Skills
- Restorative Dentistry
- Oral Hygiene Instruction
- Dental Anxiety Management
- Emergency Dental Care
- Prosthodontics
- Endodontic Therapy
- Preventive Care
- Occlusal Adjustment
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Comprehensive diagnosis
- Orthodontic Assessment
- Treatment Planning
- Infection control maintenance
- X-ray review
- Filling caries
- Dental impressions
- Safety protocols and policies
- Patient Management
- General restorative dentistry
- Patient examinations
- Patient education and prophylaxis
- Pain Management
- Root canal treatment
- Crown placement
- Equipment Maintenance
- Teeth polishing
- Local anesthesia administration
- Patient interviewing
- Infection prevention
- Safety Procedures
- Patient Care
- Extractions
- Extracting teeth
- Dental records
- Tooth Repair
- Patient Relationships
- Emergency Care
- Sealant Applications
- Oral cancer evaluations
- Teeth Bleaching
- Oral communication
- Safety practices
- Pulpotomy Expertise
- Gum disease analysis
- Dental tissue assessment
- Surgical Extractions
- Endodontics
- Dental radiograph development
- Orthodontics understanding
- X-Ray Processing
- Continuing education
- Oral Examinations
- Crown and Denture Models
- Oral Hygiene Management
- Diagnostic Techniques
- Dental Radiography
- Full Mouth Radiographs
- Plaque Control Programs
- Root Canals
- Disease Diagnosis
- Anesthetics Administration
- Flouride Treatments
- Dental Disease Patterns and Prevention
- Denture Adjustments
- Tooth Extractions
- Disease Prevention
- Advising and Educating Patients
Timeline
Expanded Function Dental Assistant and XR
Hialeah Dental Assistant School
02.2023 - Current
General Dentist
Minsap
08.2008 - 12.2022
Expanded Function Duties And Training XR
South Florida Dental Assistant School
Doctor Of Dental Medicine - Dental Medicine
Universidad De Odontología Raul Gonzalez Sanchez