SWARNAKESAVAN
Phone: 614-***-****.
E-mail: **********@*****.***
PROFILE
Dental Assistant with 5 years of experience in a foreign country (India) who is able to skillfully assist dentists in routine procedures and provide excellent patient care. Ambitious and self-motivated person with strong interpersonal and organizational skills. An ideal candidate for position requiring initiative, responsibility, and patience.
KEY SKILLS
Handling dental equipment
Dental Radiographs
Instrument sterilization
Preliminary oral health exams
Oral prophylaxis
Fluoride and sealant applications
EDUCATION
Completed Bachelor of Dental Surgeon (B.D.S) in December 2015 from Sri Ramakrishna Dental College affiliated to DR.M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai, India with G.P.A. 3.67.
WORK EXPERIENCE
ASOKH BABU DENTAL CLINIC, RAJAPALAYAM, INDIA. DEC 2015-MAY 2016.
Gained experience in exposing and processing x-rays, trimming models and preparing orthodontic equipment and assisting with extractions, impactions, fillings, local anesthesia and biopsies
Recorded patient medical, dental history and vital signs
Prepared dental materials including cements, amalgams, and composite restorations
Provided patients with post operative instructions, follow up care notes and oral hygiene tips
PRABHU DENTAL CLINIC, RAJAPALAYAM, INDIA. AUG 2017-NOV 2017.
Educated patients about the importance of maintaining good oral hygiene and home care techniques
Worked chairside assisting family dentist with routine cleaning and specialized procedures making patients feel as relaxed as possible
Removed decay and plaque, extracted teeth, applied prosthetics, and performed root canals
Maintained a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment where our patients feel comfortable
Applied anesthesia, used tools for restorative work and performed extractions
M.G.M DENTAL CLINIC, MADURAI, INDIA. APRIL 2018-FEB 2019.
Assisted emergency team in treating trauma patients
Performed dental treatments including cleanings, fillings, and fluoride applications
Reviewed patient medical history, reason for visit and x-rays prior to consult
Performed root canal treatment in anterior teeth
RECOGNITION AND INTERESTS
Participated as volunteer in the “Sanjeevini”-2015 Diabetic Exhibition and Awareness Camp, India.
Presented Oral Hygiene Instructions poster in IDC 2015 dental conference in Chennai, India and got second price.
Running a You Tube channel to create awareness to people about oral health
Organized dental camps in urban and rural areas in India
Completed NBDE part 1 and part 2 exams