SKILLS
CLINICAL AND TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Dental Prophylaxis & Cleanings
- Periodontal Charting & Assessment
- Scaling and Root Planing (SRP)
- Dental sealant application
- Fluoride Application
- Dental Radiography (Digital, Traditional, Panorex, FMX, BWX)
- Sterilization Techniques
- Chairside Assisting (General, Orthodontic, Surgical, Pediatric)
- Taking impressions (Alginate, PVS)
- Oral Hygiene Instruction
- Postoperative Instructions
- Patient Medical History & Vital Signs
ADDITIONAL CLINICAL AND TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Chairside Assisting (General, Orthodontic, Surgical, Pediatric)
- Sterilization Techniques & Infection Control (OSHA Compliance)
- Patient Medical History & Vital Signs Assessment
- Postoperative Instructions
ADMINISTRATIVE AND SOFTWARE SKILLS
- Dentrix Management
- Appointment Scheduling & Referrals
- Billing & Insurance Management
- Inventory Management & Supply Ordering
- Patient Record Management
- Online Communication & Marketing
- PATIENT CARE AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
- Patient Management & Adaptation
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Mentoring & Training Junior Assistants
Licenses and Certifications.
- Registered Dental Hygienist. License Number DH34289
- Passed the SPTCE, CSCE OSCE, and FHLR in Spring 2025.
- Integrated National Board Dental Examination (INBDE): Passed the comprehensive INBDE assessing dental cognitive skills, biomedical, clinical, and behavioral sciences (January 2025).
EXPERIENCE
New Star Dental, Ft. Lauderdale — Dental Assistant
February 2024 - PRESENT
- Assisted dentists chairside, gaining exposure to a wide range of procedures including orthodontics and surgery, enhancing understanding of comprehensive treatment planning.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, post-operative care, and answer treatment-related questions.
- Performed full-mouth radiographic imaging and accurately take dental impressions.
- Accurately recorded patient medical histories and vital signs.
- Prepared treatment rooms and sterilize instruments following strict infection control protocols.
- Managed patient scheduling, referrals, billing, and insurance verification to ensure smooth clinic operations.
- Contributed to practice growth by assisting with online reviews and marketing initiatives.
- Mentored and trained new dental assistants, fostering a collaborative team environment.
Sunshine Pediatric Dentistry, Hollywood FL — Dental Assistant
September 2023 - February 2024
- Delivered engaging oral health education to children, emphasizing proper brushing and preventive care.
- Ensured strict adherence to infection control protocols, including sterilization of instruments and maintaining pristine treatment environments.
- Provided effective chairside assistance during examinations and procedures, enhancing dentist efficiency and patient experience.
- Assisted with pediatric dental radiography, ensuring diagnostic image quality.
- Mentored and trained junior dental assistants in pediatric dental practices and emerging technologies.
Paraiso Dental, Caracas, Venezuela — Independent Dentist
March 2019 - July 2019
- Provided comprehensive dental care, including prophylaxis, emergency management, extractions, restorations, and prosthetic treatments.
Coastal Surveillance Command of the National Guard, Margarita, Venezuela — Dental Assistant
January 2018 - March 2018
- Assisted dentists with patient care and administrative tasks in a military dental facility.
Funda en Salud, Caracas Venezuela — Volunteer Dental Care Provider
April 2017 - September 2017
- Provided free dental care and oral hygiene education to underserved children and adults in low-income areas
Dr. Mauricio Mussa, Caracas, Venezuela — Dental Assistant
September 2016 - January 2017
- Provided comprehensive chairside assistance to dentists during various procedures.
- Managed instrument sterilization, maintained patient records, and coordinated scheduling to optimize patient flow
Dr. Erich Marcano, Caracas Venezuela — Dental Assistant
March 2015 - June 2016
- Assisted dentists during patient examinations and treatments, ensuring a seamless workflow.
- Maintained a sterile environment by diligently cleaning and sterilizing dental instruments and equipment.
- Managed patient intake, scheduling, and appointment coordination, improving office efficiency.
