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DARLI CABRERA

Lanham

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Orthodontic Assistant with 4+ years of experience providing exceptional patient care in busy orthodontic practices. Skilled in chairside assisting, digital radiography, intraoral scanning, patient education, sterilization, EMR/EHR documentation, and OSHA/HIPAA compliance. Bilingual in English and Spanish and committed to delivering outstanding patient experiences.

Overview

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1
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Orthodontic Assistant

Kumra Orthodontics
Washington
04.2025 - 07.2026

Performed digital scans, X-rays, orthodontic records, and clinical photography.

  • Supported orthodontic procedures, prioritizing patient comfort and safety throughout treatment.
  • Assisted with bonding, debonding, wire changes, and retainer delivery.
  • Informed patients about braces, Invisalign, retainers, and oral hygiene practices to promote understanding and compliance.
  • Executed OSHA-compliant sterilization and infection control protocols to ensure a safe clinical environment.
  • Documented treatment using EMR/EHR systems and collaborated with the clinical team.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth office operations.
  • Maintained inventory of supplies and ordered replacements as needed.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients based on availability of doctors' time slots.
  • Delivered and adjusted removable orthodontic appliances under the orthodontist’s supervision.
  • Assisted with the delivery, fitting, and patient education for retainers, aligners, expanders, and other orthodontic appliances.

Orthodontic Assistant

Elite Orthodontics
Bowie
03.2022 - 04.2025
  • Assisted orthodontists in executing patient care and treatment procedures, ensuring comfort and efficiency.
  • Performed digital radiographs and intraoral scans, charted patient information, and provided education to enhance patient understanding.
  • Prepared treatment rooms and upheld sterilization standards to ensure a safe environment for patient care.
  • Mentored new team members and supported efficient office workflow.

Youth Leader

Ministerio Internacional Evangelico Sinai
01.2021 - 02.2022
  • Mentored youth to enhance leadership and communication skills, and organized community events to foster engagement and collaboration.
  • Planned and coordinated youth events to build community connections. Promoted community engagement and spiritual growth.
  • Led weekly meetings to discuss faith-based topics and personal development.
  • Coordinated volunteer opportunities for youth in local outreach programs.

Education

Dental Assistant Certification -

Fortis College
Landover, MD
07.2021 - 01.2022

High School Diploma -

DuVal High School
Lanham, MD
04.2018 - 01.2022

Skills

  • Orthodontic consultations
  • Invisalign
  • Braces
  • Chairside Assisting
  • Bonding & Debonding Assistance
  • Retainer Delivery
  • Digital Radiography
  • Intraoral Scanning
  • Patient Communication
  • EMR/EHR
  • Scheduling Software
  • Sterilization
  • Infection Control
  • OSHA & HIPAA Compliance
  • Team collaboration
  • Patient education

Certification

  • Dental Assistant Certification
  • CPR Certification
  • BLS Certification
  • DC Dental Assistant License
  • Maryland Dental Assistant License (In Progress)

Timeline

Orthodontic Assistant

Kumra Orthodontics
04.2025 - 07.2026

Orthodontic Assistant

Elite Orthodontics
03.2022 - 04.2025

Dental Assistant Certification -

Fortis College
07.2021 - 01.2022

Youth Leader

Ministerio Internacional Evangelico Sinai
01.2021 - 02.2022

High School Diploma -

DuVal High School
04.2018 - 01.2022
DARLI CABRERA