Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in dental assisting. Known for expertise in dental radiography and equipment sterilization, contributing to efficient practice operations and exceptional patient care.
Work History
Dental Assistant
8 Years 7 Months
Dr. Maria Lourdes Yeo And Associates | 02.2018 - Current
Assisted in patient care, ensuring comfort and understanding of procedures.
Prepared examination rooms, maintaining cleanliness and organization for efficient workflows.
Managed dental instruments and equipment, ensuring proper sterilization and functionality.
Educated patients on post-treatment care and oral hygiene practices to enhance recovery outcomes.
Collaborated with dentists to develop treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for [Number] procedures daily.
Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
Contributed to comfortable patient experience, offering reassurance and support throughout treatments.
Improved patient care with meticulous attention to instrument sterilization and preparation.
Improved dental procedure outcomes with accurate preparation of filling and crown materials.
Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
Dental Assistant/Front Desk Patient Coordinator
18 Years
Bel Air Dental | 09.2008 - Current
Assisted in patient preparations for dental procedures to ensure a smooth workflow.
Managed sterilization of instruments, adhering to safety and hygiene protocols.
Collaborated with dentists to provide high-quality patient care during treatments.
Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
Streamlined appointment scheduling process, reducing wait times for patients.
Developed efficient inventory management system for dental supplies, minimizing waste.
Led initiatives to improve patient comfort and satisfaction during visits through enhanced communication strategies.
Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
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.
Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.