●Contributed proactively during discussions about cases and patient-specific profiles to enhance the shadowing experience and remain engaged.
●Tended to anxious patients through appropriate communication and by instilling compassion.
●Assisting in the preparation of patient operatories, mixing, and loading impression trays, and making a cast.
●Performed administrative duties including scheduling, answering phones, assisting with patient paperwork, and various other tasks to ensure efficient contributions to office operations.
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE (INTERNATIONAL)
R.R. Dental Clinic Parbhani, Maharashtra, India
General Dental Practitioner (January 2015- July2015)(July 2017-May 2018)
●Evaluated, diagnosed, analyzed, and treated patients consisting of many different dental conditions related to the teeth, gums, tissues, and overall oral cavity.
●Performed tooth and tissue preparation prior to prosthetic rehabilitation and varied dental treatments such as addressing gum diseases, restoring teeth affected by decay, and extractions and impaction cases.
●Educated and counseled patients on a wide variety of oral health matters such as their upcoming dental work, foods that affect oral health, brushing, flossing, and the causes of dental problems.
●Maintained good relationships with patients and promoted patient retention strategies.
●Facilitated effective communication and collaboration among staff members to ensure accurate planning, effective treatments, and maximized patient satisfaction.
●Oversaw a wide range of operational tasks including guiding support staff, ensuring proper scheduling, and overseeing all health and safety requirements.
Abdul Rehman Khan Charitable Trust Parbhani, Maharashtra, India
Dentist July 2017-May 2018
●Carried out comprehensive evaluation, assessed patient dental histories, arrived at accurate diagnoses, and delivered a wide range of dental work while providing exemplary care.
●Provided a range of procedures that included scaling, polishing, root canal treatments, fillings and sealants, extractions, crowns and bridges.
●Advised patients on their treatment needs, pre-procedure preparation, and post-procedure remedies such as at-home recovery and pain relief.
●Formed and developed strong relationships with patients; addressed all patient questions and concerns promptly and with the upmost level of courtesy.
●Effectively and efficiently managed fundamental actions related to clinical administration.
COMMUNITY SERVICE & VOLUNTEER WORK
Volunteer Teacher at Masjid Al-Arqam Center January 2020-Present
Volunteer Dentist at Abdul Rehman Khan Charitable Trust January 2016-June 2018
Parbhani, Maharashtra, India
Organizer for Dental Workshop for Underprivileged Children at SITE AreaMay 2014
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CP/AED, American Red Cross, Albany, New York June 2022
Beautician Course ,Kurmaguda Academy for Relief and Education, Hyderabad, India May 2006
CONTINUING EDUCATION
The Introduction of Artificial Intelligence in Clinical Dentistry, ADA CERP May 2023
Oral Cancer Screening? It’s More Than Grasping the Tongue, ADA CERP April 2023
Periodontal Regeneration: Saving the Natural Dentition, ADA CERP April 2023
Instrument Reprocessing: Setting the Record straight, ADA CERP Aug 2023
Management of the odontogenic infection for the General dentist, ADA CERP July 2022
Diagnostic Tests in Periodontics: Concepts and Applications, ACDE June 2022
Basics Updates in Infection Control, ADA CERP June 2022
Basic Life Support Continued Dental Education, Parbhani, Maharashtra, India. Sept2013
Oral Malignancy and Facial Aesthetic Reconstruction Jan 2012
Saraswati Dhanwantari Dental College and Hospital, Parbhani, Maharashtra, India.
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practice that would allow me to gain appropriate shadowing experience. Even though I drafted and sent numerous applications, I was constantly rejected. I was immensely disappointed since the rejections were slowing down my education and career progression. However, my perseverance and commitment to achieving my dream of becoming a dentist pushed me to continue applying, and eventually, my application was accepted. This experience helped shape who I am today by teaching me the value of perseverance even when things appear dim. As such, despite how challenging a situation appears, I know that as long as I persevere and remain committed to the course, things will ultimately improve and turn out for the best.
In your opinion, is there an area in your application that you think is not an adequate representation of you or your abilities or may be perceived as a weakness?
