Yeimy Chavez
Fairburn,GA
Summary
Dedicated Orthodontist Assistant with a proven track record at King, McCune & Moore Orthodontist, excelling in patient communication and orthodontic bonding techniques. Enhanced patient care through effective teamwork and collaboration, ensuring a 20% improvement in treatment outcomes. Expert in sterilization techniques and dental impressions, committed to maintaining high standards of patient safety and care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthodontist Assistant
King, McCune & Moore Orthodontist
10.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with dental professionals to coordinate care and ensure best outcomes for patients.
- Took impressions of patients' teeth to create dental appliances, like Type and braces.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and provided guidance on post-treatment care management.
- Sterilized instruments, cleaned surfaces, and laid instruments on trays in preparation for orthodontic appointments.
- Managed patient records diligently, ensuring accurate documentation of treatment progress for optimal continuity of care.
- Documented patient information and treatment plan details by entering into Software.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing thorough explanations of orthodontic procedures.
- Provided hands-on assistance during various types of orthodontic treatments such as braces adjustments, bonding procedures, and appliance installations.
- Demonstrated commitment to patient privacy by meticulously adhering to HIPAA guidelines and maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Poured and shaped molds from impressions and trimmed molds in grinder.
- Took x-rays, photographs, and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, Type, casts and impressions.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Reduced patient anxiety levels during appointments through calming presence and effective communication strategies.
- Prepared examination rooms prior to appointments, ensuring all necessary tools were available for efficient use by the orthodontist.
- Taught patients strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque, and protecting tooth enamel from long-term damage.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills while educating patients on oral hygiene practices specific to their orthodontic treatments.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided exceptional chairside assistance to orthodontist during complex procedures such as bracket placement and adjustments, aligner fittings, and appliance installations.
- Assisted in fabricating custom orthodontic appliances tailored to individual patient needs.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Assisted orthodontist in executing emergency interventions to manage complications or unexpected situations during treatment sessions.
- Maintained a clean and organized clinical environment, adhering to strict sterilization protocols for patient safety.
Education
Bachelors - Economics of Science
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GAAssociate Of Applied Business - Business
Georgia Military College
Fairburn, GA05.2023
Skills
- Elastics placement
- Patient Communication
- Orthodontic bonding techniques
- Orthodontic records management
- Office Administration
- Lab equipment maintenance
- Impression taking techniques
- Bracket placement assistance
- Orthodontic appliance knowledge
- Dental X-ray proficiency
- Dental impressions
- Sterilization techniques
- X-Ray Processing
- Tray Organization
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Orthodontist Assistant
King, McCune & Moore Orthodontist
10.2020 - Current
Bachelors - Economics of Science
Georgia State University
Associate Of Applied Business - Business
Georgia Military College
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