PUNEET LALIT MEHTA
Summary
Innovative Dental Practitioner and Healthcare Educator with 7+ years of expertise in advanced patient care, clinical leadership, and professional mentorship. Recognized specialist in periodontics, implantology, and oncology-focused dentistry, with a steadfast commitment to evidence-based practice. Proven track record of elevating clinical standards, optimizing operational efficiency, and nurturing the next generation of dental professionals. Adept at synthesizing cutting-edge research into practical clinical applications, resulting in enhanced patient outcomes and institutional excellence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder & Chief Dental Surgeon
Dentaspan Dental Clinic
07.2016 - Current
- Established and lead a state-of-the-art dental practice specializing in advanced periodontics, implantology, and oncology-focused dentistry.
- Cultivated a patient base of over 1,500 annual visitors, maintaining a 98% satisfaction rate through personalized care and cutting-edge treatments.
- Pioneered a community outreach program, conducting 15+ dental health camps that provided essential care to over 1,200 underprivileged children.
- Implemented an AI-driven diagnostic support system, enhancing treatment accuracy by 27% and reducing diagnostic time by 40%.
Lead Oncology Specialist & Project Director
Forttiz Dental Clinic
07.2016 - 01.2021
- Spearheaded the oncology dentistry division, focusing on complex case management and interdisciplinary treatment approaches.
- Conducted over 50 advanced biopsy procedures, achieving a 99.5% diagnostic accuracy rate as confirmed by histopathological analysis.
- Developed a comprehensive oncology dental care protocol, adopted by 3 major cancer treatment centers in the region.
- Reduced case resolution times for complex oncology cases by 22% through innovative interdisciplinary collaboration techniques.
Senior Dental Resident & Patient Care Officer
New Dental Hospital
07.2014 - 01.2015
- Managed clinical operations and patient care strategies for a high-volume urban dental hospital.
- Orchestrated a team of 20+ healthcare professionals, optimizing workflow to increase patient throughput by 30% while maintaining quality care standards.
- Implemented a patient-centric communication model, resulting in a 40% reduction in complaints and a 35% increase in positive feedback.
- Designed and delivered a comprehensive training program for support staff, improving operational efficiency by 25% and reducing errors by 18%.
Education
WHO Certifications: Advanced Infection Prevention -
Health Systems Leadership
Certified Clinical Endodontist (CC.ENDO) -
National Institute of Clinical Endodontics
Fellowship In Advanced Implantology -
International Congress of Oral Implantologists
06.2018
Master Of Dental Surgery - Periodontics & Implantology
Saveetha University
01.2014
Bachelor of Dental Surgery -
Maher University
01.2010
Skills
- Advanced Dental Imaging: Proficient in CBCT analysis, 3D treatment planning (Galelios, Planmeca, Siemens)
- Digital Smile Design: Expertise in aesthetic treatment planning and patient communication
- Practice Management Software: Dentrix, Eaglesoft, Open Dental
- Research Tools: SPSS, GraphPad Prism, EndNote
Professional Achievements
Clinical Excellence & Innovation
- Pioneered a comprehensive implant treatment protocol, increasing success rates by 22% and reducing post-operative complications by 18%.
- Developed and implemented a novel approach to soft tissue management in oncology patients, improving healing times by 30% and enhancing quality of life metrics.
Operational Optimization
- Engineered a streamlined patient flow system, reducing wait times by 35% and increasing daily patient capacity by 25% without compromising care quality.
- Spearheaded the transition to a fully digital workflow, resulting in a 40% reduction in administrative overhead and a 28% improvement in treatment planning accuracy.
Education & Mentorship
- Designed and executed a comprehensive training curriculum for junior doctors, resulting in a 95% pass rate in advanced certification exams.
- Mentored 20+ dental professionals, with 80% advancing to leadership roles within 3 years of completing the program.
Research and Innovations
- Authored 3 peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals, collectively cited over 150 times in the field of periodontal regeneration and implant osseointegration.
- Awarded the National Young Researcher Award for groundbreaking work in molecular signaling pathways in periodontal disease progression.
Affiliations
- Indian Dental Association
- Dental Council of India
Academic Activities and Research Papers
Advanced Periodontal Procedures
- Dental Implantology
- Oncology-Focused Dentistry
- Clinical Training & Mentorship
- Operational Optimization
- Evidence-Based Practice Implementation
- Patient-Centric Care Models
- Digital Dentistry Integration
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French B2
Upper intermediate (B2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Marathi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Punjabi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Tamil
Upper intermediate (B2)
References
References will be provided upon request.
Timeline
Founder & Chief Dental Surgeon
Dentaspan Dental Clinic
07.2016 - Current
Lead Oncology Specialist & Project Director
Forttiz Dental Clinic
07.2016 - 01.2021
Senior Dental Resident & Patient Care Officer
New Dental Hospital
07.2014 - 01.2015
WHO Certifications: Advanced Infection Prevention -
Health Systems Leadership
Certified Clinical Endodontist (CC.ENDO) -
National Institute of Clinical Endodontics
Fellowship In Advanced Implantology -
International Congress of Oral Implantologists
Master Of Dental Surgery - Periodontics & Implantology
Saveetha University
Bachelor of Dental Surgery -
Maher University
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