SURYA JOSEPH

• Assisted with routine dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort and providing chairside support to the dentist
• Maintained accurate patient records, including medical histories, X-rays, and treatment details, ensuring accuracy and compliance with data protection regulations
• Educated patients on proper oral hygiene practices, aftercare, and dietary recommendations
• Ensured sterilization and infection control procedures were strictly adhered to, minimizing risks, and maintaining a clean, safe environment for both patients and staff
• Collaborated with the dental team to support treatment planning and ensure efficient clinic operations
• Proficient in using R4 dental software to manage patient records, schedule appointments, update treatment plans, and process billing, ensuring efficient and quality care
• Received commendation for exceptional patient care and positive feedback from both patients and colleagues

• Examined the teeth and gums of 30 patients daily.
• Formulated 100% accurate diagnoses.
• Provided hygiene treatments for 10 patients daily, expertly removing plaque and calculus.
• Practiced a wide range of general dentistry procedures, such as fillings, extractions, root canals, crowns, and bridges to patients aged 18- 65+.
• Performed routine cleanings that resulted in 30% less cavities and bleeding gums.
• Delivered preventative care by educating patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, the importance of regular dental visits, and lifestyle changes to improve overall oral health
• Maintained extensive records for every patient.
• Managed pediatric patients with tailored approaches to ensure their comfort and cooperation during treatments
• Managed anxious patients with empathy, utilizing appropriate techniques such as sedation or reassurance, ensuring minimal discomfort
• Provided counselling on oral health risks associated with poor habits (e.g., smoking, alcohol consumption), and helped patients develop better oral health practices.
• Provided advice on implant maintenance and peri-implantitis care, ensuring long-term dental implant success
• Utilized dental diagnostic tools, including digital X-rays, intraoral camera to assess conditions and make informed treatment decisions
• Conducted oral cancer screenings, referring patients for specialist care when necessary, ensuring early detection and intervention
• Performed tooth whitening .

• Completed 12 months of compulsory Rotatory Internship.

. Restorations - Performed temporary and permanent GIC, amalgam and composite restorations, pit and fissure sealants.

· Endodontics - Experienced in pulp capping and root canal treatments of anterior teeth

· Prosthodontics - Practiced crown preparations, fabricated temporary crowns, complete dentures, and removable partial dentures.

· Oral surgery - performed extraction of teeth under local anaesthesia and assisted impactions, major and minor surgical procedures.

· Community dentistry - organized and participated in community services provided by university in India.

· Orthodontics-fabricated removable appliances.

· Periodontics - performed deep scaling and polishing and assisted flap surgeries.

· Radiology - used intraoral and digital radiographs, intraoral camera.

· Paedodontics - performed temporary and permanent restorations, fluoride application and extractions.

• Performed routine cleanings daily
• Updated patient records and ensure they are up-to-date.
• Good quality of infection control
• Oral cancer screening, early detection and referral