Endodontic Dental Assistant - Gentlecare Endodontics - Ellicott City, MD
(2026-01)
- Assist endodontists chairside during root canal therapy, retreatments, and microsurgical procedures, utilizing CBCT scans to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning
- Prepare and maintain specialized endodontic instruments, rotary files, and obturation supplies to ensure procedure readiness
- Take and process digital radiographs for diagnosis, working length determination, and post-treatment verification
- Educate patients on post-operative care, easing anxiety before and during procedures
- Maintain strict sterilization and infection-control standards in compliance with OSHA and state dental board regulations
Dental Assistant - Halliburton Family Dentistry - Ellicott City, MD
(2023-02 - 2024-11)
- Assisted with dental procedures such as fillings, crowns, and extractions, comforting patients before and after treatment and educating them on oral hygiene
- Prepared treatment rooms by setting out instruments and materials, and sterilized dental instruments to maintain a clean, hygienic environment
- Operated the iTero digital scanner to capture intraoral impressions for Invisalign aligners and crown restorations
- Engaged in proactive communication with colleagues to address patient needs promptly and effectively, fostering a supportive and efficient team dynamic
Dental Assistant - Team Placement Service - Baltimore, MD
(2020-10 - 2023-01)
- Provided chairside support across multiple dental practices as a placement assistant, quickly adapting to each office's workflow, equipment, and procedures
- Anticipated dentists' and hygienists' needs during procedures, supplying the correct instruments and materials to keep appointments moving efficiently
- Sterilized and organized instruments between patients, maintaining infection-control protocols across varying office enviornments
Pediatric Dental Assistant - Kanter Dental - Ellicott City, MD
(2019-08 - 2020-03)
- Assisted the dentist and dental hygienist chairside during pediatric procedures, including pulpotomies, fillings, and fluoride treatments
- Measured and recorded vital signs and administered topical desensitizing agents to prepare patients for anesthetic injections
- Documented oral evaluations and treatment plans accurately in dental software systems
- Provided emotional support to young patients to alleviate anxiety during dental visits
