Angelica Marsh
Tucson
Summary
Dynamic Orthodontic Assistant with extensive experience at Dr. Jaw Orthodontists, skilled in orthodontic photography and patient education. Proven ability to enhance oral hygiene practices and ensure patient comfort during procedures. Adept at instrument sterilization and preparation, contributing to a safe and efficient dental environment. Committed to achieving optimal treatment outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthodontic Assistant
Dr. Jaw Orthodontists
06.2012 - 01.2020
- Taught patients strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque, and protecting tooth enamel from long-term damage.
- Prepped examination rooms, sterilized equipment and instruments and maintained appropriate tray setup.
- Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
- Took x-rays, photographs, and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
- Poured and shaped molds from impressions and trimmed molds in grinder.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Applied and bonded new appliances to patients from doctors recommendations.
- Made adjustments to appliances and arch wires to reach treatment goals.
Orthodontic Assistant
Dr. Daniel Grob and Dr. Mark Donovan
01.1999 - 06.2012
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Taught patients strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque, and protecting tooth enamel from long-term damage.
- Prepped examination rooms, sterilized equipment and instruments and maintained appropriate tray setup.
- Performed appliance adjustments to meet treatment goals.
- Bonded new appliances and installed arch wires to meet Doctor recommendations.
Education
Pueblo High School
Tucson, AZNo Degree - Orthodontics Assisting
Apollo College
Tucson, AZ05-1995
Skills
- Orthodontic photography
- Diagnostic x-rays
- Orthodontic care
- Instrument preparation
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Oral impressions
- Tray organization
- Patient education
- Data entry
- Instrument sterilization
- Digital radiography
- Sterilization techniques
- Chart updating
Timeline
Orthodontic Assistant
Dr. Jaw Orthodontists
06.2012 - 01.2020
Orthodontic Assistant
Dr. Daniel Grob and Dr. Mark Donovan
01.1999 - 06.2012
Pueblo High School
No Degree - Orthodontics Assisting
Apollo College
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