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ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT
Summary

Skilled Dental Assistant with 15 years of experience and success providing chair-side assistance to dental hygienists and dentists in fast-paced dental offices. Accurate when preparing equipment and materials for treatment, taking radiographs and educating patients. Clear communicator driven to produce ideal patient outcomes.

Skills
  • Orthodontic photography
  • Oral evaluations
  • Diagnostic x-rays
  • Oral surgery
  • Instrument sterilization
  • Prosthetics
  • Impression taking
  • Data entry
  • Exam room setups
  • Patient schedule management
  • Disinfecting rooms and equipment
  • Restorative procedures
  • Treatment room setup
  • Restorative dentistry
  • Taking X-rays
  • Patient counseling
  • Dentrix proficiency
  • Four-handed procedures
  • Multitasking
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Team management
  • Organization
  • Inventory management
Experience
Orthodontic Assistant01/2019 to 04/2020Vital SmilesKennesaw , GA
  • Instructed patients on postoperative care to protect dental work and promote healing.
  • Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every consultation.
  • Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
  • 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.
  • Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
  • Scheduled cleanings and dental appointments for patients using EagleSoft.
  • Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
  • Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
  • Created bitewing, panoramic and periapical X-ray images for dentist to review.
Registered Dental Assistant04/2017 to 03/2018Michigan Community Dental ClinicsRoscommon , MI
  • Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
  • Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every consultation.
  • 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.
  • Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures, including applying dental fillings, placing temporary crowns, seating permanent crowns and root canals.
  • Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
  • Created bitewing, panoramic and periapical X-ray images for dentist to review.
  • Escorted patients to exam rooms while making friendly conversation to prepare for cleanings and procedures.
Lead Registered Dental Assistant02/2013 to 03/2018Smile BrandsNorth Richland Hills , TX
  • Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
  • Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
  • Escorted patients to exam rooms while making friendly conversation to prepare for cleanings and procedures.
  • Produced opposing models, study casts and impressions to provide dentists with information on relationship between teeth, gums and dental arches.
  • Built loyal patient following by providing empathetic and caring service.
  • Scheduled cleanings and dental appointments for patients using Dentrix.
  • Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
  • Sterilized tools, exam chair, trays and surfaces for clean and safe dental office.
  • Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
  • Maintained master calendar and scheduled new appointments based on provider availability.
  • Instructed patients on postoperative care to protect dental work and promote healing.
  • Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
  • Created bitewing, panoramic and periapical X-ray images for dentist to review.
  • Maintained clean, sterile and positive environment to optimize patient comfort, safety and satisfaction.
Education and Training
Registered Dental Assistant: Dental Assisting01/2015UTHSC-San Antonio Dental SchoolCity
Some College (No Degree)Angelina CollegeCity, State
High School Diploma04/1998Huntington High SchoolCity, State
Certifications
  • Certified Orthodontic Assistant (COA)
  • Registered Dental Assistant in State of Texas.
  • CPR certified
  • Nitrous Oxide Certified
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School Attended

  • UTHSC-San Antonio Dental School
  • Angelina College
  • Huntington High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Orthodontic Assistant
  • Registered Dental Assistant
  • Lead Registered Dental Assistant

Degrees

  • Registered Dental Assistant : Dental Assisting 01/2015
    Some College (No Degree)
    High School Diploma 04/1998

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