Yelitza Goncalves
Orlando,United States
Summary
International dentist with more than 10 years of experience in clinical practice, both in the private and public sectors, including the Ministry of Health of Venezuela. Specialization in the prevention and promotion of oral health through educational programs, school talks and fluorine applications, with a firm commitment to public health and preventive education to reduce oral diseases in vulnerable populations. Experience as a dental assistant in the United States, with clinical skills in digital X-ray, dental software and digital scanning with iTero. Recently obtained the license as a dental hygienist, with a focus on advanced periodontal therapy techniques and a solid understanding of patient education to maintain long-term oral health.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ORTHODONTICS DENTAL ASSISTANT
BELLA SMILE ORTHODONTICS
ORLANDO, FLORIDA
08.2023 - Current
- Orthodontic record Training (photos, X-rays, Itero Scan, 3D Printer Sprintray Pro 95)
- Bracket and Archwire placement Assistance.
- Sterilization and Infection Control
- Retainer and Appliance Delivery Assistance
- Invisalign and Clear Aligner Support
- Orthodontics Charting and Documentation
- Oral Hygiene Instructions for Ortho Patients.
- Adjustment and activation Assistance
- Dental Software Proficiency (Ortho2Edge)
DENTAL ASSISTANT
HOFFMANN FAMILY DENTISTRY
ORLANDO, FLORIDA
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Chairside assistance in General Dentistry
- Dental Radiography certified (X-rays)
- Instrument sterilization, and infection control
- Dental Charting (Digital)
- Four Handed Dentistry
- Temporary Crown and Bridge fabrication assistance
- Suctioning and Retraction techniques
- Prophylaxis and coronal polishing
- Dental software ( Dentrix)
- Mixing dental materials (cement, impression material)
- Tooth Isolation
DENTAL ASSISTANT
ORTHODONTICS SPECIALITY OF FLORIDA
ORLANDO, FLORIDA
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Orthodontic record Training (photos, X-rays, Itero Scan)
- Orthodontics Procedure Assistance (Brackets, wires, Essix Retainer)
- Patient education and oral hygiene instruction
- Retainer and Appliance Delivery Assistance
- Invisalign and Clear Aligner Support
- Manual Orthodontics Charting and Documentation no digitalizada
DENTAL ASSISTANT
SIGMA DENTAL
KISSIMMEE, FLORIDA
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Chairside assistance in General Dentistry (Four Handed)
- Radiography (X-rays)
- Instrument sterilization, and infection control
- Temporary Crown and Bridge fabrication assistance
- Suctioning and Retraction techniques
- Prophylaxis and coronal polishing
- Mixing dental materials (cement, impression material)
- Tooth Isolation
- Manual Charting ( no digitalizada )
- Provided post-operative care and patient education.
GENERAL DENTIST
OWN PRIVATE DENTAL CLINIC
CARACAS, VENEZUELA
01.2008 - 01.2017
- Founded and directed a private dental practice, providing high-quality care while overseeing all aspects of clinical operations, administration and community outreach.
- Performed comprehensive oral evaluations, restorative procedures, prophylaxis and treatment planning. It includes direct restorations (resins), teeth whitening, simple extractions, manufacture of fixed and removable prostheses, placement of implants, interceptive orthodontics, ensuring personalized solutions for the patient's needs.
- Provide a complete diagnosis, treatment planning and adapted to the individual needs and preferences of the patient
- Infection control protocols were implemented to maintain a safe clinical environment.
- Education to patients on the proper oral hygiene techniques, which led to better oral health in general.
- He maintained detailed patient records to ensure accurate documentation of treatment plans and progress.
- Emergency dental care services were provided
- Effectively handled the challenging behavior of pediatric patients using age-appropriate techniques creating positive experiences encouraging future visits without fear or anxiety.
GENERAL DENTIST
MINISTRY OF HEALTH. BARRIO ADENTRO PROGRAM
CARACAS, VENEZUELA
01.2007 - 01.2017
- Provide comprehensive dental care in the Barrio Adentro program, focused on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of oral pathologies in vulnerable communities with little access to health.
- Actively participate in Public Health campaigns, oral hygiene education, topical application of fluorine and promotion of healthy habits in schools, community centers and popular clinics.
- Handled high volume with a focus on urgent needs/extraction, documented treatments under MPPS public health protocols, emphasizing the efficient use of government-supplied materials.
Education
DOCTOR OF DENTAL SURGERY (DDS) -
UNIVERSITY CENTRAL OF VENEZUELA
CARACAS, VENEZUELA07.2007
Skills
- Patient education
- Empathetic and profesional patient care
- Communication with multidisciplinary teams
- Adaptability to US Dental protocols
- High attention to detail
- Cultural sensitivity in patient care
- Team Collaboration and clinical support
- Bilingual patient Communication (Spanish-English)
- Appointment scheduling
- Insurance verification and record management
- Front Desk and patient check in
- Treatment Plan Presentation Support
Affiliations
- College of Dentists of Venezuela. Associate Member.
- Associate Member of the Venezuelan Society of Implantodontists. Since June 2013.
Certification
- Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) / South Florida Dental Assistant School / October 2008
- X-ray Certification / South Florida Dental Assistant School / October 2008
- Dental Radiographer License / Florida Department of Health / Aug 2023
- HIPAA, WEB / June 2023
- Health Care Provider: Adult, Child, Baby CPR and AED Training (BLS) / American Association of CPR Care / Valid Sep 2027
- Dental Hygienist License / November 5, 2025.
NACIONAL SPEAKER
National Speaker at the Metropolitan Symposium of Oral Implantology June 2014. Caracas - Venezuela.
"Presentation of Clinical Case of Guided Bone Regeneration (ROG), Placement and provisional and definitive restoration of Unitary implant and placement and provisional and definitive restoration of multiple implants".
CONTINUING EDUCATION AND HANDS ON TRAINING
- Diploma in Interceptive Orthodontics 156 academic hours. Apr 2010. Faculty of Dentistry. University of Carabobo. Valencia - Venezuela
- Basic and Intermediate Level Diploma in Oral Implantology 2023-2014. 12 months duration 192 hours of continuing education. Venezuelan Society of Implantologists. Caracas - Venezuela.
- Medical Emergency Course in Dentistry Analgesic - Antibiotics - Anti-inflammatory. College of Dentists Metropolitan Caracas Venezuela. Duration 8 hours. Aug 16, 2003
- First days of restorative and aesthetic dentistry. Central University of Venezuela. Faculty of Dentistry. Duration 24 hours. Nov 5 to Nov 09, 2003.
- Certificate of Attendance at the National Dental Congress. July 21 to 24, 2004. Puerto La Cruz - Venezuela.
- Aesthetics Course taught by Dr. Joao Carlos Gomez. National Dental Congress. College of Dentists of Venezuela. Duration 8 hours. 21 to 24 Nov 2004. Puerto La Cruz - Venezuela
- Certificate of attendance at the Scientific Conference of the Central University of Venezuela. Dental Research Institute "Raul Vincentelli" Faculty of Dentistry. Caracas - Venezuela. Mar 04, 2006
- Certificate of Attendance at the 1 Student Extension Day of the Central University of Venezuela. Caracas - Venezuela. Nov 2006
- Certificate of Attendance 2nd Bolivarian International Congress of Dentistry. Caracas - Venezuela Nov 2008
- Certificate of Attendance to the Update course in. Aesthetic and Biosecurity. College of Dentists of Venezuela. Dictated by Dr. Alfonso Maldonado. Dr. Luis Guevara in Caracas Venezuela. Apr 04, 2008. Duration 8 hours.
- Certificate of participation "a new effective technology for the relief of dentine hypersensitivity" by Colgate Venezuela and the College of Dentists of Venezuela. Caracas - Venezuela. Mar 25, 2010
- Certificate of Attendance Dental Update Days. Dictated by Dr. Jose Gabriel Zambrano, Dr. Luis Alfonso Calatrava. June 2010. Caracas - Venezuela. Duration 4 hours.
- Certificate of Attendance of the XI Medical-Dental Scientific Conference from Jun 28 to Apr 01, 2011. Caracas - Venezuela.
- Certificate of Attendance XLVIII National Scientific Conference and VII Dentistry Conference "Medical Colloquia" Duration 5 hours. From 13 to 17 June 2011. Caracas - Venezuela.
- Theoretical-Demonstrative Course Advances in Operation and Aesthetics Dictated by Dr. Salvador Lopez Motta. Duration 6 hours. Caracas - Venezuela
Timeline
ORTHODONTICS DENTAL ASSISTANT
BELLA SMILE ORTHODONTICS
08.2023 - Current
DENTAL ASSISTANT
HOFFMANN FAMILY DENTISTRY
06.2022 - 08.2023
DENTAL ASSISTANT
ORTHODONTICS SPECIALITY OF FLORIDA
12.2021 - 06.2022
DENTAL ASSISTANT
SIGMA DENTAL
10.2021 - 12.2021
GENERAL DENTIST
OWN PRIVATE DENTAL CLINIC
01.2008 - 01.2017
GENERAL DENTIST
MINISTRY OF HEALTH. BARRIO ADENTRO PROGRAM
01.2007 - 01.2017
DOCTOR OF DENTAL SURGERY (DDS) -
UNIVERSITY CENTRAL OF VENEZUELA