Maria Alatorre
San Diego
Summary
Dedicated and licensed RDAEF 2 with 7 years of hands-on experience in general, cosmetic, oral surgery, and Invisalign dentistry. Highly skilled in placing and contouring restorations, taking final impressions, assisting with surgical procedures, and managing clear aligner cases. Proven ability to train staff, manage clinical inventory, set up operatories, and support new practice launches. Known for exceptional chairside manner, clinical accuracy, and commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-focused care in fast-paced dental environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
RDAEF 2
Dr. Kiyan Mehdizadeh
Beverly Hills
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted with hiring and onboarding dental assistants, helping select qualified candidates and providing clinical training to ensure readiness and compliance.
- Ordered and managed dental supplies and equipment, ensuring all operatories were fully stocked and functional prior to the office opening.
- Trained staff in digital imaging techniques, including intraoral sensors and panoramic X-rays, ensuring accurate diagnostics and proper radiographic safety protocols.
- Organized and set up dental operatories, optimizing layouts for efficiency, infection control, and ergonomic workflows.
- Played a key role in the successful launch of the practice, contributing to systems development, team coordination, and clinical readiness.
RDAEF 2
Dr. Kiyan Mehdizadeh
San Diego
10.2018 - Current
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed
- Take final impressions for permanent indirect restorations (crowns, bridges, inlays, onlays)
- Cement permanent indirect restorations after dentist approval
Education
Registered Dental Assistant in Extended Functions (RDAEF) 2 -
Loma Linda University School of Dentistry
Loma Linda, CA 07.2020 - 05.2021
Skills
- Cementation of crowns, bridges, veneers, and indirect restorations (under DDS supervision)
- Final impressions for fixed and removable prosthetics using traditional and digital techniques
- Gingival cord retraction, bite registration, temporization, and shade matching
- Support for cosmetic and esthetic cases, including smile design and mock-ups
Invisalign & Clear Aligner Support
- Experience with Invisalign case setup, attachment placement, and IPR (under supervision)
- Patient education on aligner care, wear time, and treatment compliance
- Progress tracking and digital photo documentation for aligner cases
Oral Surgery Assistance
- Chairside assistance during extractions, bone grafting, and implant placements
- Familiarity with surgical instruments, sterile field maintenance, and patient monitoring
- Post-operative care instructions and suture removal (as allowed under supervision)
Digital Imaging & Radiology
- Skilled in panoramic and full-mouth digital radiographs
- Proficient in intraoral imaging, cosmetic photography, and case documentation
- Knowledge of radiation safety protocols and ALARA standards
Patient Care & Clinical Support
- Compassionate and professional chairside manner, especially with surgical and cosmetic patients
- Accurate charting, treatment documentation, and post-op instruction
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- RDAEF 2
- BLS certificate
- Infection control
- Coronal polishing
- Pit and Fishers
- Dental radiology
Timeline
RDAEF 2
Dr. Kiyan Mehdizadeh
10.2023 - Current
Registered Dental Assistant in Extended Functions (RDAEF) 2 -
Loma Linda University School of Dentistry
07.2020 - 05.2021
RDAEF 2
Dr. Kiyan Mehdizadeh
10.2018 - Current