Alana-Makel Mason
San Diego
Summary
Detail-oriented Dental Assistant with expertise in dental radiography and equipment sterilization. Proven ability to enhance patient relations and team collaboration, committed to maintaining a safe and efficient dental environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Orton Endodontics
San Diego, CA
07.2025 - Current
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
Dental Assistant
Meares Becker Endodontics
Virginia Beach, VA
07.2023 - 06.2025
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline processes, contributing to improved patient satisfaction.
- Scheduled appointments and followed up with patients to enhance office organization.
Dental Assistant
Spencer Dental And Braces
Virginia Beach, VA
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Assisted with patient care during dental procedures, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Prepared treatment rooms with necessary instruments and materials for efficient workflow.
- Sterilized instruments and equipment in compliance with health regulations to ensure safety standards.
- Supported dentists by anticipating needs during procedures, improving overall efficiency.
- Managed patient records using dental software, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices to promote preventive care.
Dental Assistant
Super Dentists
Vista, CA
03.2021 - 04.2021
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Documented patient records accurately, ensuring confidentiality and data integrity.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and improve patient satisfaction.
- Sterilized instruments and maintained clean working environment to ensure safety compliance.
Education
Dental Assistant - Dental Assistant
UEI College
Oceanside, CA05-2021
Skills
- Dental radiography
- X-ray technology
- Equipment sterilization
- Treatment room setup
- Oral hygiene education
- Patient education
- Patient relations
- First aid training
- Cross-training capabilities
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Orton Endodontics
07.2025 - Current
Dental Assistant
Meares Becker Endodontics
07.2023 - 06.2025
Dental Assistant
Spencer Dental And Braces
04.2022 - 07.2023
Dental Assistant
Super Dentists
03.2021 - 04.2021
Dental Assistant - Dental Assistant
UEI College