Yanira Tirado
Amarillo
Summary
Driven Dental Assistant successful at building relationships with patients and colleagues. Offers expertise in patient care and education to support optimal oral health outcomes. Attentive and prepared professional dedicated to practice growth and stability. Multi-talented dental assistant with several years of expertise assisting with all areas of dental treatment. Committed to supporting administrative duties such as charting, records management and appointment setting while supporting dentists. Talented at closely monitoring patients during procedures to quickly address issues with pain or discomfort.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Lead Dental Assistant
Ideal Dental & Orthodontics
Amarillo
10.2018 - Current
- Assisted in operating room surgeries, x-ray procedures, and laboratory tasks for various dental specialties.
- Performed four-handed dentistry for fillings, extractions, and space maintainer deliveries.
- Sterilized and disinfected instruments and equipment to maintain a safe environment.
- Prepared treatment rooms, instruments, and tray setups for efficient dental procedures.
- Greeted and prepared patients for treatment to ensure comfort and clarity.
- Supported Pediatric, Endodontic, Oral Surgery, and Orthodontic dentists during examinations and treatments.
- Conducted impressions for study models, retainers, and orthodontic appliances with precision.
- Managed lab slips and shipping of models to laboratories while maintaining organized workflows.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocked dental materials as needed.
Orthodontic Dental Assistant
Amarillo Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
Amarillo
02.2024 - 02.2025
- Assisted dentists during procedures to ensure efficient patient care.
- Prepared treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and organizing supplies.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated follow-up visits for patients.
- Communicated effectively with patients to ease anxiety during treatments.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- 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.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Supported patients during orthodontic procedures, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Instructed patients on how to properly use orthodontic appliances such as headgear or elastics.
- Attached wiring for braces and advised patient on how to properly and gently brush and floss.
Dental Assistant
Orthodontic of Amarillo DR. Astutos
Amarillo
09.2017 - 08.2018
- Assisted orthodontist in patient examinations and treatment planning.
- Prepared and maintained dental instruments and equipment for procedures.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene and effective care practices.
- Sterilized tools and ensured compliance with infection control protocols.
- Communicated treatment plans clearly to patients and their families.
- Instructed patients on how to properly use orthodontic appliances such as headgear or elastics.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dental Asistant With Expanded Function
National College
Puerto Rico05-2009
Skills
- Surgical assistance
- Dental radiology
- Infection control
- Treatment preparation
- Patient education
- Appointment coordination
- Orthodontic support
- Administrative tasks
- X-ray imaging
- Instrument sterilization
- Dental procedures assistance
- Impression taking
- Charting skills
- Outreach program coordination
- Bilingual communication
Languages
English/ Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
CPR Certification
Timeline
Orthodontic Dental Assistant
Amarillo Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
02.2024 - 02.2025
Lead Dental Assistant
Ideal Dental & Orthodontics
10.2018 - Current
Dental Assistant
Orthodontic of Amarillo DR. Astutos
09.2017 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Dental Asistant With Expanded Function
National College