Toni Nunn

Detail‑oriented Dental Assistant with 6 years of experience supporting fast‑paced dental practices, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring smooth clinical operations. Skilled in chairside assisting, digital radiography, sterilization protocols, and patient education. Known for a calm, friendly demeanor, strong technical proficiency, and the ability to build trust with patients of all ages. Committed to maintaining high standards of safety, efficiency, and professionalism.

Dental Assistant at Progressive Dental (Temp) (2025-09 – 2026-08)

• Assisted with prosthodontic procedures including crowns, bridges, dentures, implant restorations, and full‑mouth rehabilitation.
• Prepared and organized treatment rooms with custom trays, impression materials, and prosthetic components.
• Took high‑accuracy PVS, alginate, and digital impressions for diagnostic models and prosthetic fabrication.
• Managed lab cases, including pouring models, trimming, and coordinating with dental laboratories.
• Supported implant workflows by preparing surgical kits, maintaining sterile fields, and assisting during placement and restoration.

Dental Assistant at Conyers Denture and implants (2023-01 – 2024-12)

• Assisted oral surgeons during extractions, biopsies, implant placements, bone grafts, and other surgical procedures.
• Prepared and maintained sterile surgical setups, ensuring strict compliance with OSHA and infection‑control protocols.
• Monitored patients during procedures, including vital signs, sedation levels, and comfort.
• Provided pre‑operative and post‑operative instructions, reinforcing healing guidelines and medication protocols.
• Managed surgical instruments, sterilization cycles, and operatory turnover for efficient workflow.
• Took panoramic and intraoral radiographs with accurate positioning and exposure techniques.
• Supported anesthesia preparation, including topical application, syringe setup, and patient readiness.
• Documented treatment notes, updated charts, and coordinated follow‑up appointments using dental software.
• Demonstrated calm, reassuring communication with anxious or sedated patients.

Dental Assistant at Smile Parlor Dentistry (2022-01 – 2023-12)

• Assist dentist during exams, cleanings, and restorative procedures using four‑handed dentistry.
• Prepare and set up treatment rooms with instruments, materials, and equipment.
• Take digital X‑rays following proper positioning and safety protocols.
• Perform sterilization, instrument processing, and operatory turnover according to OSHA/CDC standards.
• Update patient charts, treatment notes, and medical histories in dental software.
• Provide patient education on oral hygiene, post‑op care, and treatment expectations.
• Manage appointment flow, including seating patients and preparing them for procedures.
• Support front office with scheduling, check‑in, insurance verification, and phone calls when needed.
• Maintain inventory, restock supplies, and ensure equipment is clean and functioning.
• Deliver friendly, professional communication to help patients feel comfortable and informed.

Dental Assistant at Progressive Dental (2020-01 – 2022-12)

• Assisted with prosthodontic procedures including crowns, bridges, dentures, implant restorations, and full‑mouth rehabilitation.
• Prepared and organized treatment rooms with custom trays, impression materials, and prosthetic components.
• Took high‑accuracy PVS, alginate, and digital impressions for diagnostic models and prosthetic fabrication.
• Managed lab cases, including pouring models, trimming, and coordinating with dental laboratories.
• Supported implant workflows by preparing surgical kits, maintaining sterile fields, and assisting during placement and restoration.
• Provided detailed patient instructions for prosthetic care, adjustments, and follow‑up appointments.
• Maintained strict infection‑control standards and ensured efficient operatory turnover.
• Documented treatment notes and updated patient records using dental software.

Dental Assistant at Aspen Dental (2019-01 – 2020-12)

• Assisted with basic chairside duties including suctioning, instrument passing, and patient comfort.
• Set up and broke down treatment rooms for exams and restorative procedures.
• Took digital X‑rays under supervision and followed proper safety protocols.
• Performed sterilization, instrument processing, and operatory turnover.
• Helped with impressions, whitening trays, and model pouring.
• Supported patient checking, charting, and dental software use.

Associates Degree in Professional Health – Georgia State University (2024-01)

Certification in Expanded Functions – Dental Assistant School of Atlanta (2019-01)