Sweta Raj
Warwick,ENG
Summary
Experienced dental professional specializing in diagnosis, risk management, and patient care. Demonstrates proficiency in infection control and safety protocols, effectively managing clinical staff and maintaining accurate medical records. Expertise in preventive care, x-ray interpretation, and dental software applications. Focused on advancing health education and improving patient outcomes through meticulous dental practices and effective communication.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Trainee dental nurse
shelton dental centre
Stoke-on-Trent
2023.10 - 2024.02
- Attended regular training to support ongoing professional growth.
- Maintained dental surgery cleanliness through systematic sanitisation of equipment.
- Participated in team discussions, offering constructive feedback for service enhancement.
- Assisted patients chair-side during procedures to enhance comfort and care.
- Organised dental materials efficiently to aid dentists in procedures.
- Sanitised instruments, surfaces, and chairs to minimise infection risk.
- Supported dentists with professional chairside assistance to ensure accurate execution of tasks.
General Dentist-Royal Dental Clinic
2020.12 - 2022.01
- Created individualized treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients
- Removed old fillings and replaced with more modern, tooth-colored alternatives.
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan.
- Collaborated with specialized professional to plan dental treatments.
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
- Diagnosed and treated infections, mouth ulcers, and other problems with oral mucosa.
- Defined and enforced dental office policies and procedures.
- Advised patients on appropriate treatment for pain and gave specific home care instructions.
- Reviewed patient health history and performed checkups to assess current issues.
- Supported patient comfort with calm demeanor and individualized pain management.
- Recorded treatment information in patient charts.
- Improved patients' oral health by educating on better brushing and flossing habits.
- Took impressions for retainers and appliances.
- Correctly administered local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments and irrigation.
- Filled cavities using composite and amalgam materials.
- Wrote prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications used to treat temporary or long-term dental issues.
- Protected patients from infectious diseases by using proper masking, gloves and safety glasses.
General Dentist
2020.01 - 2020.10
- Collaborated with professional to plan dental treatments
- Communicated one-on-one with patients during consultative appointments to explain treatment plan and educate on upcoming procedures
- Reviewed patient health history and performed checkups to assess current issues
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan.
- Supported patient comfort with calm demeanor and individualized pain management.
- Defined and enforced dental office policies and procedures.
- Alleviated infections with debriding and surgical procedures.
- Assessed patient needs and developed treatment plans for restorative work.
Dental Intern
2018.09 - 2019.09
- Recorded treatment information in patient charts
- Provided preventive care and guidance to promote good dental hygiene
- Treated periodontal disease through scaling and root planning
- Removed old fillings and replaced with more modern, tooth-colored alternatives
- Checked teeth for signs of decay by assessing visually, manually and via radiography to recommend treatment options such as fillings and sealants
- Exposed and developed radiographic studies and polished study casts.
- Adjusted dentures to deliver secure and comfortable fit.
- Kept work areas clean, sanitized and organized to minimize infection risk.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
Education
BACHELOR OF DENTAL SURGERY - BDS
AJ INSTITUTE OF DENTAL SCIENCES
MANGLOREMASTERS IN GLOBAL PUBLIC HEALTH - Public Health
Anglia Ruskin University
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Skills
- Condition diagnosis
- Risk management
- Patient examination
- Infection control
- Safety policies
- Health education
- Clinical staff management
- Medical records oversight
- Teeth examination
- Instrument handling
- Preventive care
- X-ray interpretation
- Scaling and root planing
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- SPSS software expertise
- Safety practices
- Oral anatomy knowledge
- Dental materials knowledge
- Regulatory standards awareness
- Dental charting proficiency
Certification
- Licensed [Bachelor of Dental Surgery] - Register number-14D7891
- GYAN' CPD CELL Training - [HARD AND SOFT TISSUE AUGMENTATION]
- CDE PROGRAMME ON "RADIOGRAPHIC INTERPRETATIONS : BASIC TO BEYOND"[YENEPOYA DENTAL COLLEGE]
Timeline
Trainee dental nurse
shelton dental centre
2023.10 - 2024.02
General Dentist-Royal Dental Clinic
2020.12 - 2022.01
General Dentist
2020.01 - 2020.10
Dental Intern
2018.09 - 2019.09
MASTERS IN GLOBAL PUBLIC HEALTH - Public Health
Anglia Ruskin University
BACHELOR OF DENTAL SURGERY - BDS
AJ INSTITUTE OF DENTAL SCIENCES
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