Michelle Kowal
Medicine Hat
Summary
Skilled Dental Assistant with 20 years experience and training necessary to assist with various dental procedures. Quick learner and successful in building relationships with coworkers and patients.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Crestwood Dental
10.2021 - 03.2024
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment.
Registered Dental Assistant
Southland Dental
11.2012 - 07.2021
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Prepared digital X-rays for dentist review, enabling accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Registered Dental Assistant
Dr. Larry Wasylyshen
09.2004 - 11.2011
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment.
Registered Dental Assistant
Vista Dental
04.2024 - 03.2025
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Maintained a positive attitude under pressure while multitasking in a fast-paced clinical setting, leading to a more pleasant experience for both staff and patients alike.
- Developed relationships with patients by actively listening to their concerns and creating tailored treatment plans accordingly.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
Education
No Degree - Dental Assisting
Nova Scotia Community College
Halifax, NS07.2003
Skills
- Dental Materials Knowledge
- Infection control proficiency
- Restorative procedures
- Oral Surgery
- Dental Radiography
- Dental terminology knowledge
- Dental impressions
- Knowledgeable in Dentrix
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Sealant Application
- Multitasking Competence
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Vista Dental
04.2024 - 03.2025
Registered Dental Assistant
Crestwood Dental
10.2021 - 03.2024
Registered Dental Assistant
Southland Dental
11.2012 - 07.2021
Registered Dental Assistant
Dr. Larry Wasylyshen
09.2004 - 11.2011
No Degree - Dental Assisting
Nova Scotia Community College
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