Patient-oriented Dental Assistant with experience in fast-paced dental practices. Highly skilled in preparing patients for examinations, assisting with chairside procedures and educating patients on oral hygiene and care. Focused on providing top quality customer service. Offers expertise in patient care and education to support optimal oral health outcomes. Attentive and prepared professional dedicated to practice growth and stability.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Dental Assistant
Burnaby Square Dental
08.2022 - Current
Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants, Root Canal Therapies, Extractions and Implants.
Experienced in using iTero scanner, taking intra-oral x-rays and CT scans following the guide lines.
Booked patient appointments and managed treatment details using Cleardent software.
Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Sterilized and maintained dental instruments, equipment, and treatment rooms according to established infection control protocols.
Professional in polishing pediatric patients' teeth and applying fluoride and providing post-op instructions
Chair Side Dental Assistant
Dr Douglas M. Lovely & Associates
01.2022 - 08.2022
Assisted dentist with completing procedures.
Created dental x-rays using digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
Scanned patients teeth for night guards, implant surgical guides and invisalign using iTero scanner
Proficient in the use of the Tracker software
Scanned paper charts to obtain digital copies of treatment records
Assisted with implant surgeries including PRF
Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
Chair Side Dental Assistant
High Gate Dental
06.2021 - 12.2021
Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
Created dental x-rays using digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
English Teacher
KUMON MATH AND ENGLISH LEARNING
09.2019 - 02.2020
Graded quizzes, tests, and other assignments for a classroom of ten students
Created a warm and welcoming classroom environment using positive reinforcement and engaging lesson plans
Engaged students by allowing them to collaborate with their peers in meaningful learning experiences
Cashier
WALMART, COQUITLAM
11.2017 - 07.2019
Maintained detailed product knowledge of a full range of merchandise
Resolved first-line customer complaints and queries on customer help desk
Collected payments and provided accurate change.
Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer services.
Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
Education
Certificate - Certified Dental Assisting
Vancouver Community College
Vancouver, BC
06.2022
High School Diploma -
Port Moody Secondary School
Port Moody, BC
06.2019
Skills
Proficient in chairside assistance, preparing dental materials, and managing dental instruments
Knowledgeable in dental anatomy, oral health education, and infection control protocols
Strong organizational and time management abilities, ensuring smooth patient flow and efficient clinic operations
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, fostering positive patient relationships and promoting patient comfort
Skilled in treatment planning and billing patients using Cleardent and Tracker Softwares