April Midgett

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Virginia Beach, Virginia 23452

Home Phone 757- 306-1196

Cell Phone 757- 403-7030

OBJECTIVE: To obtain a position as a Dental Assistant in a Progressive

Dental practice which will enable me to utilize my knowledge, skills

and abilities.

SKILLS: * X-Ray and CPR certified

* Knowledge in business and front office

* Responsible / Professional

* Motivated and Enthusiastic

* I have completed 4 different training classes for the

CEREC Chairside Solutions system.

* I am familiar with Softdent, Dentrix and Eaglesoft.

Experience:

Dental Assistant for Dr. Evelyn Luma D.D.S. December 2013 – present

Virginia Beach. My responsibilities included assisting the doctor

using 4 handed dentistry techniques in restorative and cosmetic

procedures, and oral surgery and preventative dentistry. I was required

to pour and trim models and take alginate impressions for diagnostic

cast and study models, bleaching trays, night guards and stints. I

performed all types of digital x-rays. I performed the monthly

maintenance on equipment. Office manager Dora Scott.

Dental Assistant for Dr. William Cox D.D.S. April 2012 – August 2013

Virginia Beach. My responsibilities included assisting the doctor

using 4 handed dentistry techniques in restorative and cosmetic

procedures, endondontics, oral surgery and preventative dentistry. I

was required to pour and trim models and take alginate impressions for

diagnostic cast and study models, surgical guides, bleaching trays,

night guards and stints. We also took impressions for the Invisalign

orthodontic appliances. I made temporary crowns and bridges. Using the

CEREC system I powdered and took optical impressions. Then using these

images I designed and glazed the Inlay/Onlay partial crowns and/or

crowns. I set up, cleaned and maintained the CEREC Machine and milling

unit. I performed all types of digital x-rays. We performed QTCs for

military personnel. I have OSHA training for infection control and

HIPAA training. I went over treatment plans with patients.

Dental Assistant for Dr. Craig Estrada D.D.S. March 2009 - April 2012

Chesapeake Virginia. My responsibilities included assisting the doctor

using 4 handed dentistry techniques in restorative and cosmetic

procedures, endondontics, implant and oral surgery and preventative

dentistry. I was required to pour and trim models and take alginate

impressions for diagnostic cast and study models, surgical guides,

bleaching trays, night guards and stints. I made temporary crowns and

bridges. Using the CEREC system I powdered and took optical

impressions. Then using these images I designed the Inlay/Onlay partial

crowns and/or crowns. I set up, cleaned and maintained the CEREC

Machine and milling unit. I performed all types of digital x-rays and

we used Galaxis software for 3D imaging for surgical guides to place

implants. I set up, cleaned and maintained the CEREC Machine and

milling unit. I have OSHA training for infection control and HIPAA

training. I went over treatment plans with patients. I have some

knowledge of the Tap 3 sleep apnea appliance. I maintained dental

supplies and ordered them as needed.

Dental Assistant for Dr. Patricia A. Lott D.D.S. July 2007 - March 2009

Virginia Beach. My responsibilities included assisting the doctor

using 4 handed dentistry techniques in restorative and cosmetic

procedures and preventative dentistry. We mainly did crown and bridge

work here. Using the CEREC system I powdered and took optical

impressions. Then using these images I designed the Inlay/Onlay partial

crowns and/or crowns. I set up, cleaned and maintained the CEREC

Machine and milling unit. I was required to pour and trim models and

take alginate impressions for diagnostic cast and study models,

surgical guides, bleaching trays, night guards and stints. I performed

all types of digital x-rays. I answered and directed phone calls,

scheduled and confirmed patient appointments. At this office I was the

OSHA coordinator. I maintained dental supplies and ordered them as

needed.

Dental Assistant for Dr. Charles K. Poole D.D.S. June 2002 - July 2007

Virginia Beach, Virginia. My responsibilities included assisting the

doctor using 4 handed dentistry techniques in restorative and cosmetic

procedures, endondontics, and oral surgery and preventative dentistry.

We did chair side bleaching. I poured up and trimmed models and took

alginate impressions for diagnostic casts, bleaching trays, night

guards and stints. We used System 2 alginates for partials and full

dentures. I made temporary crowns and bridges. Using the CEREC system

I powdered and took optical impressions. Then using these images I

designed the Inlay/Onlay partial crowns and/or crowns. I set up,

cleaned and maintained the CEREC Machine and milling unit. I was

trained in the HIPAA laws and had OSHA infection control training. I

answered phones, scheduled and confirmed appointments. I maintained

dental supplies and ordered them as needed.

Dental Assistant for Dr. Clarence M. Mahanes Sr. DDS. October 1997 -

June 2002 Norfolk. Responsibilities included : 4 - Handed Dentistry ;

Preventative dentistry ; I assisted in restorative and cosmetic

procedures, endodontics, and oral surgery. I made temporary crowns and

bridges and was trained in infection control and OSHA requirements. I

answered phones, scheduled and confirmed appointments. I maintained

dental supplies and ordered them as needed.

Dental Assistant (Internship). Dr. Charles K. Poole, DDS. August -

October 1997. Virginia Beach, Virginia. Responsibilities included: 4 -

Handed dentistry, preventative dentistry, assisted in restorative and

cosmetic procedures, endodontics and oral surgery. I took alginates for

diagnostic cast, placed bands and made temporary crowns. I was trained

in infection control and OSHA requirements.

Food and Beverage Manager. Mitchum Recreation, Pinboys of Lynnhaven /

AMF Lynnhaven Lanes. 1991 - 1998. Responsibilities included Front

Desk and Office Manager. Answered phone calls from vendors and

collected funds. Worked with computer data. Handled payroll and

accounts payable. Completed weekly inventory and ordered supplies.

Conducted evaluations and interviews, hired and dismissed employees as

required. Also, certified by the Board of Health and Tips. (Training

for Interventional Procedures)

Volunteered at Alanton Elementary School, Virginia Beach, Virginia.

1997 - 1998. Helped with all office procedures.

EDUCATION: Eastern School of Technology. Dental Assistant Program.

Graduated with honors October 1997.

PERSONAL: Professional and personal references available upon request.

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