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Shraddha Rana

Winchester

Summary

UK qualified dental therapist passionate about patient-centred care, prevention, and education. With over five years of experience in dentistry, including dental nursing, reception, and student ambassador roles, I bring excellent clinical knowledge, communication skills, and a commitment to continual learning. Adept at working with patients of all ages, including children and the elderly, and confident in delivering restorative, periodontal, and preventive treatments.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Dental hygienist

Bupa Dental Care
Winchester, Hampshire
08.2025 - Current
  • Diagnosed periodontal disease and developed customised treatment plans. Educated patients on oral hygiene and preventive care strategies. Performed supra and subgingival PMPR alongside polishing procedures.

Shadowing

Derriford Hospital
Plymouth
09.2024 - 09.2024
  • Observed and assisted in paediatric extractions under GA. Gained insight into multidisciplinary care with anaesthesiology teams.

Student Ambassador

University of Plymouth
Plymouth
09.2024 - 05.2025
  • Represented dental school during open days; shared student experience, promoted the profession, and enhanced communication/presentation skills.

Dental Nurse

Transit Way Dental & Implant Clinic
Plymouth
09.2022 - 08.2025
  • Chair-side assisting, infection control, patient prep and support.

Dental Nurse/Receptionist

Bupa Dental Care
Winchester, Hampshire
10.2021 - 08.2025
  • Full-time chair-side and front-desk duties; strengthened organisational and interpersonal skills.

Dental Nurse

Vital Family Dental Care
Chandler's Ford
03.2019 - 09.2021
  • Started as a trainee, gained full GDC registration. Assisted in clinical and admin duties.

Carer

Sunrise Senior Living
Winchester, Hampshire
03.2018 - 09.2021
  • Provided personal care for dementia patients. Developed empathy, observational skills, and communication.

Education

BSc Dental Therapy -

University of Plymouth
Plymouth, Devon
09.2022 - 05.2025

NVQ Level 3 in Dental Nursing -

Dental Arch Nurse Training Ltd
Winchester, Hampshire
01.2019 - 01.2020

BTEC Extended Diploma - Applied Science (Medical)

Eastleigh College
Eastleigh, Hampshire
01.2015 - 01.2017

GCSEs -

The Henry Beaufort School
Winchester, Hampshire

Skills

  • Restorative & preventive care
  • Periodontal treatments
  • Chair-side assisting & sterilisation
  • Excellent patient communication
  • Multilingual
  • Teamwork
  • Adaptability
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Multitasking
  • Compassionate care

Languages

English
Native
Nepalese
Native
Hindi
Intermediate

Timeline

Dental hygienist

Bupa Dental Care
08.2025 - Current

Shadowing

Derriford Hospital
09.2024 - 09.2024

Student Ambassador

University of Plymouth
09.2024 - 05.2025

Dental Nurse

Transit Way Dental & Implant Clinic
09.2022 - 08.2025

BSc Dental Therapy -

University of Plymouth
09.2022 - 05.2025

Dental Nurse/Receptionist

Bupa Dental Care
10.2021 - 08.2025

Dental Nurse

Vital Family Dental Care
03.2019 - 09.2021

NVQ Level 3 in Dental Nursing -

Dental Arch Nurse Training Ltd
01.2019 - 01.2020

Carer

Sunrise Senior Living
03.2018 - 09.2021

BTEC Extended Diploma - Applied Science (Medical)

Eastleigh College
01.2015 - 01.2017

GCSEs -

The Henry Beaufort School
Shraddha Rana