Talented Certified Dental Assistant (EFDA) with 20 years of experience working with dental staff to treat patients, with in-depth knowledge and progressive experience in dental and orthodontic practice environments. Demonstrating comprehensive business acumen in all facets of clinical office operations, regulatory compliance and patient-centered, superior-quality service. Skilled at taking dental x-rays, preparing dental impressions and assisting dental hygienists and dentists. Expert at creating and maintaining clean and sterile environments.
Skills
Patient intake procedures
Treatment room cleanup
Local anesthetic proficiency
Oral surgery
Dental staff assistance
Dental radiography
Strong manual dexterity
Infection control proficiency
Equipment sterilization
Dental impression specialist
Full Mouth Radiographs
Critical thinking
Customer service
Education
Florida Health InstituteFort Lauderdale, Expected in 04/2021 – –Certification:Dental Assistant - GPA:
Florida Health InstituteFort Lauderdale, FL, Expected in 04/2021 – –Certification:Expanded Functions Dental Assistant - GPA:
Florida Health InstituteFort Lauderdale, FL, Expected in 04/2021 – –Certification:Dental Radiography - GPA:
Los Andes UniversityVenezuela, Expected in 03/1992 – –Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry:Dentistry - GPA:
Zulia UniversityVenezuela, Expected in 12/2008 – –Master of Science:MAXILLARY ORTHOPEDICS - GPA:
Certifications
Basic Life Support (AHA)
HIPAA
OSHA
INFECTION CONTROL
HIV | HEPATITIS
Work History
Pacific Medical Centers - Expanded Functions Dental Assistant Torrance, CA, 04/2021 - Current
Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
Assisted dentists, hygienists and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
Operated x-ray equipment.
Applied fluoride varnish and sealants.
Assisted in coronal polishing.
Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse.
Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges and other dental prosthetics.
Administered desensitizing agents by applying numbing gel to prepare patients for anesthetic injections.
Western Dental - Orthodontist Lake Elsinore, CA, 2003 - 2021
Communicated effectively with patients and parents to discuss treatment processes, what to expect and potential length of expected treatment.
Evaluated needs of new patients through careful examination and review of X-rays and health histories.
Fostered growth of brand new practice through outstanding patient care, high level of integrity and excellent clinical results.
Provided restorative work using anchor plates for patients with birth defects.
Treated patients by fitting mouth appliances, braces and retainers and checked on progress at each office visit.
Coordinated orthodontic services with other dental and medical services.
Adjusted dental appliances to produce and maintain normal function.
Diagnosed teeth and jaw or other dental-facial abnormalities.
Studied diagnostic records such as medical or dental histories, plaster models of teeth and X-rays to develop patient treatment plans.
Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Western Dental - Orthodontist Lancaster, CA, 2000 - 2003
Communicated effectively with patients and parents to discuss treatment processes, what to expect and potential length of expected treatment.
Evaluated needs of new patients through careful examination and review of X-rays and health histories.
Provided restorative work using anchor plates for patients with birth defects.
Treated patients by fitting mouth appliances, braces and retainers and checked on progress at each office visit.
Fostered growth of brand new practice through outstanding patient care, high level of integrity and excellent clinical results.
Studied diagnostic records such as medical or dental histories, plaster models of teeth and X-rays to develop patient treatment plans.
Diagnosed teeth and jaw or other dental-facial abnormalities.
Adjusted dental appliances to produce and maintain normal function.
Coordinated orthodontic services with other dental and medical services.
Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
Veterans Health Administration - Dentist Bronx, NY, 1992 - 1993
Improved patients' comfort by providing calm and professional care, explaining procedures, answering questions and carefully managing pain.
Extracted teeth, performed root canals and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
Performed root canal procedures to treat nerve and dental pulp issues and prevent further damage to teeth and gums.
Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and decisions about treatments.
Interviewed patients, reviewed health history information and performed checkups to diagnose oral issues and diseases.
Created individualized treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients.
Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
Checked growth, development and maxillary changes for verification of typical developmental milestones for age group.
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