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DENTAL ASSISTANT

Summary

Motivated Dental Assistant seeking to take on new long-term position in a more administrative setting. State of Delaware Dental Radiation certified with 20 plus years of experience in working with patients and supporting all members of the dental team. Respectful in communicating with patients and conscientious about educating each on key dental topics.

Skills

Experience

Company NameJuly 2016 to September 2018Dental Assistant
City, State

Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, including applying dental fillings, placing temporary crowns, seating permanent crowns, placing temporary filling material and adjustments of removable prosthetics.
Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth, protecting enamel and preventing cavities.
Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
Coordinated and managed patient care with efficiency and professionalism by scheduling appointments, educating patients and assisting with referrals if needed.
Maintained clean, sterile and positive environment to optimize patient comfort, safety and satisfaction.
Entered patient data into dental records system using QSI/QDW and observed all confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
Maintained dental lab equipment by sanitizing surfaces and organizing tools, instruments.
Scheduled cleanings and dental appointments for patients using QSI/QDW.
Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.

Company NameOctober 2010 to July 2016Dental Assistant
City, State

Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
Entered patient data into dental records system using Eagle Soft and observed all confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, including applying dental fillings, placing temporary crowns, seating permanent crowns, and adjustments of removable prosthetics.
Coordinated and managed patient care with efficiency and professionalism by scheduling appointments, educating patients and assisting with referrals if needed.
Produced opposing models, study casts and impressions to provide dentists with information on relationship between teeth, gums and dental arches.
Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth, protecting enamel and preventing cavities.
Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Instructed patients on postoperative care to protect dental work and promote healing.
Maintained clean, sterile and positive environment to optimize patient comfort, safety and satisfaction.
Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
Maintained master calendar and scheduled new appointments based on provider availability.
Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
Scheduled cleanings and dental appointments for patients using Eagle Soft.
Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.

Company NameSeptember 2002 to September 2006Dental Assistant
City, State

Entered patient data into dental records system using QSI and observed all confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
Coordinated and managed patient care with efficiency and professionalism by scheduling appointments, educating patients and assisting in referrals as needed.
Educated patients on postoperative and general oral health care by suggesting warm saltwater rinsing, pain medication dosage, flossing methods, and brushing techniques.
Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, including applying dental fillings, placing temporary crowns, placing temporary filling material and adjustments of removable prosthetics.
Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
Maintained dental lab equipment by sanitizing surfaces and organizing tools, and instruments.
Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.

Company NameMarch 1997 to August 2000Dental Assistant
City, State

Created dental x-rays using traditional method to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.

Company NameSeptember 1994 to March 1997Dental Receptionist
City, State

Arranged documents for insurance claims.
Maintained master calendar and scheduled new appointments based on provider availability.
Verified, updated and entered patient information into system.
Demonstrated proficiencies in telephone, e-mail, fax and front-desk reception within a high-volume environment.
Collected payments from patients and arranged payment schedules.
Answered and managed incoming calls and emails.

Company NameSeptember 1992 to August 1994Orthodontic Dental Assistant
City, State

Produced opposing models, study casts and impressions to provide dentists with information on relationship between teeth, gums and dental arches.
Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Supported dentist chairside with procedures including placing brackets, fitting posterior bands, removing and replacing arch wires.

Company NameNovember 1990 to September 1992Dental Assistant
City, State

Created dental x-rays using traditional method to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, including applying dental fillings, placing temporary crowns, seating permanent crowns, and adjustments of removable prosthetics .
Scheduled cleanings and dental appointments for patients using DOS system.

Education and Training

Elkton High SchoolJune 1990High School DiplomaCity, State

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School Attended

Elkton High School

Job Titles Held:

Dental Assistant
Dental Receptionist
Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Degrees

High School Diploma

Dental Assistant Resume Example

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