Donna Aples
Conyers
Summary
Detail-focused Assistant brings hands-on approach and amazing energy to meet task-based needs. Reliable, quick-paced and team-oriented nature streamlines background operations. Focused comprehension to accomplish projects and multi-task to meet concurrent deadlines and expectations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2014
2014
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
EFDA assistant
Great Expressions Dental Centers
Conyers
02.2025 - 01.2026
- Assisted with patient scheduling and appointment management for dental services.
- Maintained accurate patient records and updated electronic health systems daily.
- Coordinated communication between dental staff and patients to enhance service delivery.
- Provided support in preparing treatment rooms and sterilizing dental instruments.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
- Trained new staff on office procedures and patient interaction protocols effectively.
- Collaborated with dental professionals to ensure smooth office operations daily.
- Greeted visitors, clients and guests in a professional manner.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for documents and records.
- Entered data into databases accurately and efficiently.
- Answered incoming calls, responded to emails, faxes and other inquiries from customers and vendors.
- Developed positive relationships with internal customers through effective communication techniques.
- Assisted in the preparation of reports, presentations and correspondence.
- Ensured office equipment was operational, stocked with supplies and maintained in a clean condition.
- Gathered and sorted data for reports and files.
- Archived confidential material using established procedures.
- Scheduled meetings, appointments and travel arrangements for staff members.
- Handled confidential information with discretion and integrity.
- Assisted in the development of new policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency.
- Maintained front desk to provide positive first impression.
Dental Assistant
Affordable Dentures & Implants
Covington
08.2019 - 02.2025
- Assisted dentists during procedures by preparing instruments and materials.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
- Managed patient scheduling and coordinated appointments effectively.
- Evaluated patient dental needs and developed personalized treatment plans.
- Designed and fabricated dental prosthetics using advanced CAD/CAM technology.
- Collaborated with dental specialists on complex restorative cases and treatment strategies.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care for prosthetics.
- Conducted thorough oral examinations to assess prosthetic requirements and conditions.
- Managed scheduling and coordination of patient appointments for maximum efficiency.
- Utilized digital imaging software to analyze patient cases and enhance treatment accuracy.
- Trained junior staff on best practices in prosthodontic procedures and patient management.
- Evaluated patients' dental health and oral condition to determine prosthodontic treatment needs.
- Attended seminars or lectures related to advances in the field of prosthodontics.
- Maintained detailed records of each patient's medical history along with their treatment plan.
- Monitored progress of dental restoration treatments over time by taking x-rays or photographs.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques to maintain healthy teeth, gums, and overall oral health.
Dental Assistant
Gentility family dental
New Orleans
12.2017 - 04.2018
- Assisted dentists during procedures by preparing instruments and materials.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
- Managed patient scheduling and coordinated appointments effectively.
- Assisted orthodontists during patient procedures and treatments.
- Prepared and sterilized dental instruments and equipment for use.
- Managed patient records and scheduled appointments efficiently.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene and orthodontic care practices.
- Provided chairside support, ensuring patient comfort during procedures.
- Maintained inventory of supplies and ordered necessary materials.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow processes.
- Conducted initial patient assessments and gathered medical histories.
- Instructed patients on how to properly use orthodontic appliances such as headgear or elastics.
- Performed chairside duties including preparation of trays and passing instruments to the doctor during procedures.
- Attached wiring for braces and advised patient on how to properly and gently brush and floss.
Dental Assistant
Just kids dental
Kenner
06.2016 - 12.2017
- Assisted dentists during procedures by preparing instruments and materials.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
- Managed patient scheduling and coordinated appointments effectively.
- Assisted in patient care during dental procedures and exams.
- Prepared treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and organizing supplies.
- Educated parents on oral hygiene and post-treatment care for children.
- Managed patient records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of information.
- Supported the dental team by maintaining a clean and safe environment.
- Communicated effectively with children to ease anxiety during procedures.
- Observed and reported patient concerns to the dentist for further action.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments after each use in accordance with universal precautions guidelines.
- Educated parents on proper oral hygiene techniques for children.
- Prepared rooms for dental procedures by sterilizing instruments, setting up trays and ensuring that all necessary items were present.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office with courtesy and professionalism.
- Assisted dentist with completing procedures.
- Scheduled appointments according to established protocol.
- Provided postoperative instructions to parents regarding care of their child's teeth following treatment.
Education
Dental Assistant Diploma - Dental Assistant
Blue Cliff College
Metairie, LA 08.2015 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Tulane University
New Orleans, LA 08.2011 - 12.2013
Grace King Highschool
Metairie, LASkills
- Patient scheduling
- Electronic health records
- Treatment room preparation
- Patient education
- Creating temporary crown/taking impressions
- Digital scanning
Certification
- X-ray certified
- EFDA
- BLS certified
Timeline
EFDA assistant
Great Expressions Dental Centers
02.2025 - 01.2026
Dental Assistant
Affordable Dentures & Implants
08.2019 - 02.2025
Dental Assistant
Gentility family dental
12.2017 - 04.2018
Dental Assistant
Just kids dental
06.2016 - 12.2017
Dental Assistant Diploma - Dental Assistant
Blue Cliff College
08.2015 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Tulane University
08.2011 - 12.2013
Grace King Highschool