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SURGICAL DENTAL ASSISTANT
Professional Summary

Enthusiastic Bilingual Registered Dental Assistant with 13 years of experience. Works well under pressure. Eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of Dental,Orthodontic and Maxillofacial surgery . Motivated to learn, grow and excel.

Work History
Arkansas Children's Hospital - Surgical Dental AssistantLittle Rock, AR10/2019 - Current
  • Registered Dental Assistant for maxillofacial surgery, Arranged and scheduled post-operative visits during appropriate timeframe after surgery.
  • Educated patients on at-home surgery preparation requirements and post-operative care process.
  • Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Assisted surgeon with patient preparation for Maxillofacial Surgery.
  • Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped the operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
  • Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
  • Assisted dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies by Taking CBCT scans Preparing OR room.
  • Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
  • Preparing Implant cases, lab cases and making Splits for bone grafts.
Arkansas Children's Hospital - Craniofacial Orthodontic AssistantLittle Rock, AR04/2019 - 10/2019
  • Provide comprehensive orthodontic services for patients with craniofacial and/or cleft lip/palate malformations.
  • Work independently on patients Obtain diagnostic records such as study models, intra and extra oral photographs, Cephalometric and Panoramic x-rays.
  • Assist the doctor with patient care and chart treatment.
  • Perform aseptic sterilization techniques.
  • Place brackets, bands, orthodontic arch wire and retie ligatures.
  • Assist with Invisalign treatment by taking PVS impressions and placing attachments.
  • Fit and insert retainers, wires, bands, brackets and ligatures Set-up and assist orthodontist with laser and implant procedures Fit and deliver appliances Prep patients, materials and instrument trays for procedure.
Don Cobb Jr. DDS - Clinical SupervisorLittle Rock, AR05/2013 - 04/2019
  • Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
  • Ordered and monitored dental supplies and equipment inventory.
  • Fabricated temporary restorations or custom impressions from preliminary impressions.
  • Provided postoperative instructions prescribed by the dentist.
  • Pour, trim, and polish study casts.
  • Maintained compliance with all regulatory requirements and standards through inspection of dental components.
  • Assisted dentists with conducting procedures such as extractions implants, root canals.
  • Assisted during examinations and surgeries by passing instruments, obtaining supplies and supporting patient needs.
  • Monitor dental supplies and equipment inventory and make orders, achieving 5% reduction in expenses by discovering new suppliers Assisted with bone grafts, dental implants, expose and bonds, lingual frenectomies, and multiple and single tooth oral surgeries.
Healthy Smiles Family Dentistry - Registered Dental AssistantLittle Rock, AR03/2009 - 04/2013
  • Prepare patients, sterilize or disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials, or assist the dentist during general cosmetic, Pedodontist with Nitrous Oxide, emergency extractions and Endodontic procedures.
  • Record treatment information in patient records. Worked with Dentrix.
  • Produced opposing models, study casts and impressions to provide dentists with information between teeth, gums and dental arches.
  • Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
  • Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
  • Supported dentist chair-side with procedures including Endodontic , Oral surgery and Orthodontics.
  • Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
  • Gathered medical information, dental health history and vitals from patients.
  • Escorted patients to exam rooms while making friendly conversation to prepare for cleanings and procedures.
  • Adhered to radiation exposure precautions when taking dental radiographs.
  • Sterilized tools, exam chair, trays and surfaces for a clean and safe dental office.
  • Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnosis and treatment.
  • Prepared and polished patients' teeth before having braces installed.
  • Performed minor orthodontic procedures such as suture removal and rubber dam placement.
  • Attached wiring for braces and advised patients on how to properly and gently brush and floss.
  • Provided chair-side assistance by handing Orthodontists instruments during surgeries and procedures.
  • Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every consultation.
  • Maintained a clean, sterile and positive environment to optimize patient comfort, safety and satisfaction.
  • Assisted with bone grafts, dental implants, expose and bonds, lingual frenectomies, and multiple and single tooth oral surgeries.
  • Assisted with patients under Non-Intravenous Conscious Sedation.
Skills
  • Equipment setup and operation
  • Preparing for surgeries
  • Passing surgical tools
  • Workplace safety
  • Clinically oriented patient experience.
  • Sedation solutions for the challenging patients; children and adults.
  • Straight wire ortho assistant; placing MDA appliance, twin force bite corrector, bracket
  • Placement, ortho bands, hooks, ligature ocspring, Herbst appliance.
  • Experienced with; Six Months Smiles, Invisalign and ortho records.
  • Experience in dental charting, AR PMP AWARE and working with the latest x-ray equipment.
  • Excellent customer care with numerous recommendations.
  • Infection control, ethics and jurisprudence on Hipaa.
  • Experience with Endodontic set ups and equipment, placing dental clamps
  • And dental dam, and ordering endo materials.
  • Lab experienced; custom trays, night guards, bleaching trays, pouring
  • Impressions and trimming cast, ortho study models, NTI-ISS and
  • Bridges, Nomad
  • Consultation, Polish
  • Customer care, Quick
  • English, Scientific
  • Changing O-ring.
  • Restorative area; fabrication of provisional crowns and bridges.
  • Experience with CEREC MC X milling unit and programat machine.
  • Implant procedures; mini implants, Bicon, Nobel, Implant Direct, Shatkin, healing caps,
  • Bone graft, surgical extractions. Maintenance and
  • Sterilization of equipment.
  • Experience with Eagglesort, Dentrix and Dexis.
  • Pedo Distry; placing space maintainers, enamel sealants.
  • Organizing, ordering supplies and maintenance of equipment.
  • 3D Shape Machine
  • Nomad Machine
  • Romexis
  • 3D, Inventory, Type
  • AR, Laser, Wiring
  • Basic, Materials
  • Bonds, Office
  • Oral, Organizing
  • CPR, Protocols
  • Diagnosis, Safety
  • First Aid, Spanish
Education
05/2005West Campus High School North Little Rock, ARHigh School Diploma
01/2006Pulaski Technical CollegeNorth Little Rock, ARSome College, No Degree.
05/2009Registered Dental Assistant Little Rock, ARDental Radiography, C Polishing And N20
08/2009D.O.C.S Education Dallas, TXOral Sedation Dentistry.

Basic science; anatomy, pharmacotherapeutics, physiology, anesthesia, pain control, emergency training/CPR, control of dental fear/apprehension.

06/2017D.O.C.S EducationDental Adhesives and Crown Cements: Clinical Implant Dentistry
03/2010American Orthodontic Society Dallas, TXStraight Wire Assistants Course
12/2011D.O.C.S Education Memphis, TNSedation Solutions – Caring For The Challenging P

Lecture/Scientific; Anesthesia, pain control, control of dental fear/apprehension and dentistry for the medically compromised.

09/2012Green Dental Lab Fabrication of Provisional Crown And Bridges
01/2013Health Care Professional New York State New York, NYInfection Control
05/20143MM Course Little Rock, ARMm Mini Implant Course
06/2017D.O.C.S Education Little Rock, ARDental Adhesives And Crown Cements
University of Arkansas For Medical SciencesLittle Rock, ARMedical Science Volunteered Mission of Mercy
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Arkansas Children's Hospital
  • Don Cobb Jr. DDS
  • Healthy Smiles Family Dentistry

School Attended

  • West Campus High School
  • Pulaski Technical College
  • Registered Dental Assistant
  • D.O.C.S Education
  • American Orthodontic Society
  • Green Dental Lab
  • Health Care Professional New York State
  • 3MM Course
  • University of Arkansas For Medical Sciences

Job Titles Held:

  • Surgical Dental Assistant
  • Craniofacial Orthodontic Assistant
  • Clinical Supervisor
  • Registered Dental Assistant

Degrees

  • High School Diploma
    Some College, No Degree.
    Dental Radiography, C Polishing And N20
    Oral Sedation Dentistry.
    Dental Adhesives and Crown Cements : Clinical Implant Dentistry
    Straight Wire Assistants Course
    Sedation Solutions – Caring For The Challenging P
    Fabrication of Provisional Crown And Bridges
    Infection Control
    Mm Mini Implant Course
    Dental Adhesives And Crown Cements
    Medical Science Volunteered Mission of Mercy

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