Reeba Mathew
Liverpool,India
Summary
GDC registered dental therapist currently working as a dental therapist in a mixed( NHS and private) dental practice in the UK since 9 months. Has over 1.5 years of experience as a trainee dental nurse in the UK and over 3 years of experience as a dentist in India. Have been added to the candidate list by GDC to appear for ORE examination and preparing for the same. Passionate about preventive dentistry and delivering exceptional patient care, especially in helping patients overcome dental anxiety. Well-versed in GDC guidelines and UK dental standards of care. Has indemnity Insurance and up-to-date Hepatitis B immunisation. Quick learner with positive attitude, eager to grow and develop within dental field.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2023
2023
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Dental therapist
Smart Dental Care
Liverpool, Mersyside
2025.06 - Current
- Direct Access: Experienced in conducting examinations and treatment planning under GDC Direct Access protocols.
- Mixed Practice experience-managed both NHS and private patients successfully.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning.
- Advised patients on dental hygiene practices, fostering improved oral health habits
• Maintained detailed patient records, ensuring accurate history and treatment plans.
• Collaborated closely with dentists to develop effective treatment strategies.
• Executed routine scaling and polishing, contributing to healthier gums and enhanced patient satisfaction.
• Interacted with children and anxious patients, utilising a calm and friendly approach to reduce anxiety and promote comfort. - Performed routine dental procedures including fillings, fissure sealants, application of topical fluoride, management of periodontal disease and performed extractions of primary teeth
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to enhance patient satisfaction and improve service delivery.
Trainee Dental Nurse
Kings Road Dental Practice
Bristol
2023.01 - 2024.10
- Displayed expert use of I-smile software program to manage patient appointments and patient records
- Assisted the dental therapist in managing a busy diary with high patient flow of around 30-40 patients per day.
- Comforted patients during dental procedures using a caring and approachable demeanor, especially when working with children helping them to overcome their anxiety
- Prepared examination room, filling materials, developed radiographs digitally and managed decontamination of instruments efficiently ensuring that sterile instruments are always available
- Took initiative to update patient records, including documenting the clinician’s examination notes thereby reducing chair-side time enabling the clinician to accommodate more patients
- Managed ordering and re-stocking of clinical supplies, eliminating stock shortage.
- Was assigned to support newly appointed dental therapists during their training period, helping them adapt to UK CDC guidelines and manage with direct access of patients.
General Dentist
Mundackal Dental Clinic and Orthodontic Centre
, India
2018.11 - 2021.05
- Conducted thorough patient examinations of teeth and soft oral tissues to arrive at accurate diagnosis, as well as screen for oral cancer and referred cases to specialists when needed.
- Performed numerous dental procedures which include oral prophylaxis, restorations, minor oral surgical procedures like extractions under local anesthesia, took intra-oral radiographs, and provided preventive dental services like application of fluoride and pit and fissure sealants with high patient satisfaction
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent tooth decay
- Volunteering - Was a part of organizing dental camps for community outreach in impoverished areas, increasing awareness by 30% among the participants
- Provided dental check-ups and treatments to specially abled children as part of a dental camp organized in special schools
Education
MSc - Public Health
UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL
Bristol, United KingdomBachelor of Dental Surgery - undefined
JSS ACADEMY OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND RESEARCH
Karnataka, IndiaSkills
- Local anesthesia administration
- X-ray interpretation
- Smile makeovers
- Restorative dentistry
- Periodontal therapy
- Patient management
- Software Proficiency
Certification
- Immediate Life Support course Level 3
- Over 200 hours of CPD certifications
HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
Baking, Reading, Gardening
Timeline
Dental therapist
Smart Dental Care
2025.06 - Current
Trainee Dental Nurse
Kings Road Dental Practice
2023.01 - 2024.10
General Dentist
Mundackal Dental Clinic and Orthodontic Centre
2018.11 - 2021.05
Bachelor of Dental Surgery - undefined
JSS ACADEMY OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND RESEARCH
MSc - Public Health
UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL