Summary
Overview
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Clinical Experience
Roles and Responsibilities
Academic Work
Other Interests
References
Timeline
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Sian John

Sian John

Glasgow

Summary

Newly qualified dentist with a strong academic foundation and hands-on clinical experience. Committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care with a focus on communication, empathy and evidence-based practice. Eager to join a supportive vocational training environment to further refine my clinical skills, contribute to team-based care and build a solid foundation for a long-term career in general dentistry. Interests in Endodontics and Oral surgery.

Overview

6
6
years of post-secondary education

Education

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) -

University of Glasgow
09.2019 - 06.2025

Skills

  • Diagnostic treatment planning
  • Oral hygiene counselling
  • Endodontics
  • Emergency care
  • Dental radiology
  • Medical emergency and BLS
  • Empathetic communicator
  • Team collaborator
  • Familiarity of NHS systems


Affiliations

  • Student Member, DDU
  • Student Member, Dental Protection
  • Student Member, BDA

Clinical Experience

Glasgow Dental Hospital, Glasgow. July 2023 – April 2025

• Gained extensive clinical experience and a strong foundation in both the scientific and practical aspects of oral healthcare.

Langlees Dental Centre, Falkirk . July 2024 – April 2025

• Independently operated in all aspects of general practice developing confidence in clinical attributes.

Campbeltown Dental Centre, Dumfries. December 2024 – March 2025

• Obtained experience in all aspects of general practice, including patient management and operational systems.

Band 3 Vaccinator. Jan 2022 – Dec 2024

• Served as an NHS Vaccinator, safely administering COVID-19 vaccines while ensuring patient reassurance, accurate documentation, and adherence to strict clinical protocols.

Social Care worker SSSC qualified. September 2020 - December 2023 , Jan 2024 – Current

• Throughout my university studies I have provided compassionate, person-centered support to individuals while promoting dignity, independence and safeguarding in line with regulatory standards.

Observation placements in Endodontic private practises

  • Attended Endo SSM to gain further insight into a potential career development.

Roles and Responsibilities

PAL teaching

  • Assisted younger students in various sectors including Paeds and Ortho throughout university.

GOHISS Committee.

  • Organised and attended Foodbank visits in local Glasgow homeless shelters throughout my studies

Academic Work

An observation into Psychological considerations of an Orthognathic Patient.

  • A week long observation under the fantastic Prof Mike Leung in Hong Kong to gain more knowledge and insight into an orthognathic patients journey. The basis of my elective project.

Other Interests

  • Fitness – Currently aiming for a PB in my half marathon time.
  • Captain of a netball team and I go for regular wild swims no matter the weather.
  • Painting – Enjoy creating trippy art styles and prints.
  • Reading – I enjoy a mixture of styles but currently reading a fantasy series.

References

Dr Monika Mastalerz-Stodolska

Senior Dental Officer

Forth Valley Royal Hospital

Dr Christopher McConnell

Dental Officer

Public Dental Service

References attached with email.

Timeline

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) -

University of Glasgow
09.2019 - 06.2025
Sian John