At Mirelez Wellness Dental, each dental professional on our team allows our practice to operate smoothly and provide the highest caliber of dental care. Today’s Fresno dentistry article will focus on the duties of a dental assistant.
You probably think of the dental assistant as: “The one who suctions my mouth while the dentist is working on me,” or “The one who attaches the bib around my neck,” and you are correct. However, their knowledge of patient care and dental lab procedures is more extensive than you realize.
Competent dental assistants work behind the scenes at our practice. They assist Dr. Art Mirelez during all dental procedures including basic oral examinations, tooth prep and cavity filling, as well as lengthy smile makeovers involving multiple procedures. Our competent assistants also work with our dental hygienists during dental cleanings and patient instruction.
Dental assistants prepare tray setups, make impressions for restorations, schedule appointments, take x-rays, and maintain and retrieve patient records. They must have a keen eye for detail and an excellent memory as they organize and stock the many different dental supplies in a typical office.
When a dental patient arrives for their appointment, the dental assistant has already been preparing for the visit. Before they are escorted to a comfortable chair in one of our pleasant patient rooms, the assistant has made sure the room is ready for the particular treatment being performed.
Whether the patient is receiving porcelain veneers, having their teeth whitened, undergoing a routine orthodontia adjustment, or settling in for a two-hour smile redesign with oral sedation, the dental assistant has set the stage for a comfortable and efficient procedure.
At Mirelez Wellness Dental, infection control is always foremost in our minds. Our dental assistants, dentists, and hygienists are vigilant about the sterilization of dental instruments and follow strict infection control protocols. The health of our patients and employees is our highest priority.
Mirelez Wellness Dental is located at 5492 N Palm Ave Ste B in Fresno, CA – California. We provide general and cosmetic dental procedures including cosmetic and holistic dentistry.
To make an appointment for an examination, consultation, or cleaning, call 559-435-3113. Thanks for visiting our Mirelez Wellness Dental blog!
Contact Mirelez Wellness Dental:
559-435-3113
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
5492 N Palm Ave Ste B
Fresno, CA – California
93704
