Proven Dental Assistant with expertise in dental radiography and exceptional patient education skills, honed at Shoreline Oral and Facial Surgery. Excelled in enhancing patient satisfaction and retention through effective communication and chair-side support. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and digital X-ray proficiency, contributing to high-quality dental care and efficient office operations. Worked a lot with scanning for guides for implant treatments. Using 3Shape.
Assisting putting people under for sedation making sure there is good communication between us and the patient.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Shoreline Oral and Facial Surguery
07.2022 - 08.2024
Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
Assisted in dental radiography, ensuring safety and accuracy for diagnostic purposes.
Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
Dental Assistant
Niels Waagø
02.2019 - 02.2021
Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
Conducted inventory management to maintain essential supplies, avoiding procedural delays.
Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
Education
SKT - Degree in Dental Assisting - Dental Assisting And Hygiene
University of Copenhagen
Copenhagen
01.2021
Skills
Dental Radiography
Digital X-Ray Proficiency
X-Ray Processing
Professionalism and Etiquette
Dental terminology knowledge
HIPAA Compliance Understanding
Oral hygiene education
Patient Education
First Aid Training
Oral Surgery Assistance
Dental staff assistance
Knowledgeable in DSN and 3shape
Complex Problem-Solving
Oral Surgery
Emergency Response Preparedness
Procedure Support
Customer Service
Instrument Tray Preparation
CPR/AED
Autoclave Operation
Languages
Danish
Native language
English
Upper intermediate
B2
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Shoreline Oral and Facial Surguery
07.2022 - 08.2024
Dental Assistant
Niels Waagø
02.2019 - 02.2021
SKT - Degree in Dental Assisting - Dental Assisting And Hygiene