Quinavia Woods
Covington
Summary
Skilled Orthodontic Assistant with extensive experience in the dental field for 4 plus years, seeking a job in the Dallas Texas area looking for better opportunities. Excelled in moving up in each company I've worked for, while learning different areas in the dental field.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant
Louisiana Dental Center
07.2024 - Current
- Placed ortho appliances such as expander, tongue crib, & molar bands.
- Performed ortho adjustments at a fast and accurate pace.
- Maintained detailed progress notes for each patient to support continuity of care throughout their treatment plan.
- Mold and trimmed models.
- Knowledgeable with using 3D scanner to send off to lab for retainers and other appliances.
- Made essix retainers in office.
- Assisted orthodontist with any needs
Orthodontic Assistant
Sunnybrook Dentistry & Braces
05.2022 - 07.2024
- Assisted orthodontist with bonding and debonding appliances.
- Performed orthodontic adjustments.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques to maintain braces and other orthodontic appliances.
- Took x-rays, photographs, and impressions of patients' teeth.
- Poured and shaped molds from impressions and trimmed molds in grinder.
- Uploaded photos into software to see if insurances would approve the ortho cases.
Pediatric Dental Assistant
Sunnybrook Dentistry & Braces
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Educated parents on preventative measures such as proper brushing techniques, flossing habits, and nutritional choices that contribute positively to their child"s oral health.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment in the treatment rooms, adhering to sterilization protocols.
- Improved patient comfort by addressing their concerns regarding dental treatment.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Performed prophylaxis on children ages 8 and under.
Dental Assistant
Cronin Family Dentistry
06.2020 - 04.2021
- Prepared examination rooms by setting up instruments and equipment.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Education
Associate In Applies Science -
Pearl River Community College
Poplarville, MS05.2020
Certified Dental Assistant -
Accelerated Dental Assisting Academy
10.2019
Skills
- Knowledgeable in Dentrix
- Patient scheduling
- Dental radiography
- Knowledgeable in all orthodontic techniques
- Instrument sterilization techniques
- Molding & trimming models
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant
Louisiana Dental Center
07.2024 - Current
Orthodontic Assistant
Sunnybrook Dentistry & Braces
05.2022 - 07.2024
Pediatric Dental Assistant
Sunnybrook Dentistry & Braces
04.2021 - 05.2022
Dental Assistant
Cronin Family Dentistry
06.2020 - 04.2021
Associate In Applies Science -
Pearl River Community College
Certified Dental Assistant -
Accelerated Dental Assisting Academy
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