Luisa Nasso
Oshawa
Summary
Dedicated Level II Dental Assistant with over 20 years of experience. Known for excellent communication, patient management, and technical assistance during procedures. Committed to maintaining a sterile environment and ensuring optimal treatment outcomes through effective communication and patient care. Dependable team player with focus on achieving positive outcomes and adapting to changing environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Level II Dental Assistant
Whitby Smile Center
09.2016 - 01.2024
- Cleaned and sterilized dental instruments and equipment, turned over treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Level II Dental Assistant
Cohen Orthodontics
06.2003 - 08.2016
- 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.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
- Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
- Contributed to comfortable patient experience, offering reassurance and support throughout treatments.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
Education
Level II Dental Assisting Certificate
Durham College
OshawaSkills
- Sterilization Methods
- Oral Health Education
- Precision Dental Impressions
- Digital X-Ray Expertise
- Orthodontic Procedure Assistance
- Dental Record Management
- Surgical Oral Procedures
- Appointment Coordination
Languages
Italian
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
Interests
- Mindfulness Practices
- Reading
- Hiking
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
- Animal Welfare Advocacy
Timeline
Level II Dental Assistant
Whitby Smile Center
09.2016 - 01.2024
Level II Dental Assistant
Cohen Orthodontics
06.2003 - 08.2016
Level II Dental Assisting Certificate
Durham College
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