Jessica
Claire
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(555) 432-1000,
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Summary
Certified Dental Assistant with hands-on experience. Skilled at chairside assisting, dental radiography and building relationships with patients. Well-rounded knowledge of dentistry and enthusiasm to bring strong work ethic to excellent dental practice.
Motivated and eager to learn new things in a different field and expand my knowledge.
Skills
- Detail-Oriented
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organization and Prioritization
- Treatment Room Preparation
- Great with children
Education and Training
St Pete College Clearwater, FL Expected in – – Associate of Applied Science : General - :
Experience
Kids Dental Brands - Orthodontic Assistant
TX, State, 08/2020 - 08/2021
TX, State, 08/2020 - 08/2021
- Attached wiring for braces and advised patient on how to properly and gently brush and floss.
- Provided chairside assistance by handing Orthodontists instruments during surgeries and procedures.
- Made impressions of teeth for mouth guards and other oral fixtures.
- Prepared and polished patients' teeth before having braces installed.
- Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every consultation.
- Maintained master calendar and scheduled new appointments based on provider availability.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
- Instructed patients on postoperative care to protect dental work and promote healing.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
- Prepared for orthodontic procedures by sterilizing instruments, setting up instrument trays, preparing materials and [Skill].
- Assisted with fitting and adjusting orthodontic appliances and materials like bands, brackets, [Type] wire and [Type] for patients.
- Educated patients about how to use and care for dental appliances like retainers and braces.
- Created impressions of patients' teeth and gums used to make retainers and other dental appliances.
- Recorded patient and treatment information using [Software].
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
- Updated patient records with new data and treatment information.
- Assisted dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies.
- Exposed dental diagnostic x-rays.
- Educated patients on postoperative and general oral health care by suggesting warm saltwater rinsing, pain medication dosage, [Action], flossing methods, brushing techniques and [Action].
Kids Dental Brands - Orthodontic Assistant
WI, State, 04/2018 - 08/2020
WI, State, 04/2018 - 08/2020
- Attached wiring for braces and advised patient on how to properly and gently brush and floss.
- Provided chairside assistance by handing Orthodontists instruments during surgeries and procedures.
- Made impressions of teeth for mouth guards and other oral fixtures.
- Prepared and polished patients' teeth before having braces installed.
- Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every consultation.
- Maintained master calendar and scheduled new appointments based on provider availability.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
- Instructed patients on postoperative care to protect dental work and promote healing.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
- Prepared for orthodontic procedures by sterilizing instruments, setting up instrument trays.
- Assisted with fitting and adjusting orthodontic appliances and materials like bands, brackets, steel wire and wax for patients.
- Educated patients about how to use and care for dental appliances like retainers and braces.
- Created impressions of patients' teeth and gums used to make retainers and other dental appliances.
- Recorded patient and treatment information using ortho trac.
- Assisted dentist with completing procedures such as placing brackets.
- Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Maintained dental lab equipment by sanitizing surfaces and organizing tools, instruments and sterilizing equipment.
- Updated patient records with new data and treatment information.
- Assisted dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies.
- Exposed dental diagnostic x-rays.
- Educated patients on postoperative and general oral health care.
Kids Dental Brands - Orthodontic Assistant
Wilmington, NC, 04/2016 - 02/2019
Wilmington, NC, 04/2016 - 02/2019
- Attached wiring for braces and advised patient on how to properly and gently brush and floss.
- Provided chairside assistance by handing Orthodontists instruments during surgeries and procedures.
- Made impressions of teeth for mouth guards and other oral fixtures.
- Prepared and polished patients' teeth before having braces installed.
- Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every consultation.
- Maintained master calendar and scheduled new appointments based on provider availability.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
- Instructed patients on postoperative care to protect dental work and promote healing.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
- Supported dentist with completing minimally invasive and advanced surgical procedures.
- Created impressions of patients' teeth and gums used to make retainers and other dental appliances.
- Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
- Relayed dentist instructions regarding postoperative care.
- Updated patient records with new data and treatment information.
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- Orthodontic Assistant
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- Associate of Applied Science
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