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ORTHODONTIC DENTAL ASSISTANT
Summary
Patient-driven leader providing exceptional service and attentive support. Bilingual Orthodontist willing to effectively communicate treatment plans with patients, guardians and fellow staff members.
Skills
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Experience
Orthodontic Dental Assistant
Parker , COSmile Brands/Dec 2019 to Current
Parker , COSmile Brands/Dec 2019 to Current
- Spoke with patients and guardians to go over processes, expectations and length of orthodontic treatment.
- Treated patients with birth defects and those dealing with accidental injuries using temporary anchorage devices.
- Fitted patients with various orthodontic devices, including appliance, braces and retainers, and evaluated progress at every checkup.
- Reviewed X-rays and examined patients to better understand each individual's orthodontic needs.
- Established a new orthodontics practice, fostering successful growth by delivering compassionate patient care, honesty and excellent clinical results.
- Answered many calls per day to answer customer questions.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
- Improved profit margins by streamlining operations and workflow and negotiating competitive vendor contracts.
- Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
Orthodontic Assistant
Beaufort , SCVital Smiles/Apr 2019 to Aug 2020
Beaufort , SCVital Smiles/Apr 2019 to Aug 2020
- Attached wiring for braces and advised patient on how to properly and gently brush and floss.
- 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.
- Prepared and polished patients' teeth before having braces installed.
- Provided chairside assistance by handing Orthodontists instruments during surgeries and procedures.
- Maintained master calendar and scheduled new appointments based on provider availability.
- Performed minor orthodontic procedures such as suture removal and rubber dam placement.
- Made impressions of teeth for mouth guards and other oral fixtures.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Sterilized tools, exam chair, trays and surfaces for clean and safe dental office.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
Orthodontic Assistant
Acworth , GAVital Smiles/Nov 2018 to Mar 2019
Acworth , GAVital Smiles/Nov 2018 to Mar 2019
- Attached wiring for braces and advised patient on how to properly and gently brush and floss.
- 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.
- Prepared and polished patients' teeth before having braces installed.
- Provided chairside assistance by handing Orthodontists instruments during surgeries and procedures.
- Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every consultation.
- Performed minor orthodontic procedures such as suture removal and rubber dam placement.
- Made impressions of teeth for mouth guards and other oral fixtures.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Sterilized tools, exam chair, trays and surfaces for clean and safe dental office.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Maintained clean, sterile and positive environment to optimize patient comfort, safety and satisfaction.
Dental Assistant
New York , NYNew York University/Aug 2013 to Feb 2018
New York , NYNew York University/Aug 2013 to Feb 2018
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Coordinated and managed patient care with efficiency and professionalism by scheduling appointments, educating patients.
- 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.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Entered patient data into dental records system using open dental and observed all confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
- Sterilized tools, exam chair, trays and surfaces for clean and safe dental office.
- Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
- Maintained clean, sterile and positive environment to optimize patient comfort, safety and satisfaction.
- Maintained dental lab equipment by sanitizing surfaces and organizing tools, instruments.
- Instructed patients on postoperative care to protect dental work and promote healing.
- Escorted patients to exam rooms while making friendly conversation to prepare for cleanings and procedures.
- Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
- Created bitewing, panoramic and periapical X-ray images for dentist to review.
- Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Cross trained to front desk. Answering phones, calling insurances, pre-d for patient treatments, scheduling patients.
Education and Training
High School DiplomaWilliam F Halsey Leadership Academy Jun 2013City
Cosmetology EducationInnovate Salon Academy Nov 2018City
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School Attended
- William F Halsey Leadership Academy
- Innovate Salon Academy
Job Titles Held:
- Orthodontic Dental Assistant
- Orthodontic Assistant
- Dental Assistant
Degrees
- High School Diploma
Cosmetology Education
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