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KHADIJA ADEN

KHADIJA ADEN

Edmonton,AB

Summary

Motivated and recently graduated Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) with hands-on experience in chairside assisting, patient care, digital charting, and infection control. Strong knowledge of dental procedures, sterilization techniques, and dental radiography. Dedicated to ensuring patient comfort, supporting practice efficiency, and contributing to team success. Ready to bring fresh skills and a strong work ethic to a dental practice.

Overview

Work History

Dental Assistant

Surrey Dental Surrey
Surrey, British Columbia
07.2024 - 07.2024
  • Assisted dentists with chairside duties, including suctioning, instrument handling, and material preparation for fillings and impressions.
  • Assisted with procedures such as Root Canal therapy, Fillings, Extractions, and Crown and bridge.
  • Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
  • Performed digital X-rays, accurately capturing radiographic images for diagnostic purposes.
  • Recorded patient vitals, such as blood pressure and pulse, in patient charts, ensuring accuracy in data entry.
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene, improving post-treatment care adherence.
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.

Chair Side Assistant

Smile Dentla
New Westminster, British Columbia
01.2024 - 01.2024
  • Cleaned operatory rooms between patient visits to ensure a sterile environment was maintained.
  • Provided support to dentists while they examined teeth, gums, and other parts of the mouth.
  • Performed basic laboratory duties, including mixing materials for fillings or impressions.
  • Reviewed patient medical history prior to treatment to ensure no contraindications existed.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment in the dental office.

Education

Associate - Certified Dental Assistant

Discovery Community College
Surrey, BC
07-2024

Skills

  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Knowledge of infection control and sterilization techniques
  • Knowledge on Radiograph techniques
  • Communication skills
  • Assisting with dental procedures
  • Proficient in Cleardent, Tracker, and Open dental softwares
  • Charting and record keeping
  • Familiar with medical and dental terminology
  • Treatment room set up
  • Prepare dental instruments and filling materials
  • Educate patients on oral hygiene

Timeline

Dental Assistant

Surrey Dental Surrey
07.2024 - 07.2024

Chair Side Assistant

Smile Dentla
01.2024 - 01.2024

Associate - Certified Dental Assistant

Discovery Community College
KHADIJA ADEN