Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
References
WORK EXPERIENCE
Special Interests
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Yazan O. Ditarabi

Yazan O. Ditarabi

Bradford,UK

Summary

A highly skilled, Overseas dentist GDC-registered Dental Therapist with a strong track record of delivering comprehensive NHS and private dental care. Experienced in practicing autonomously under Direct Access as well as executing complex multi-disciplinary dentist prescriptions. Proven ability to drive private practice revenue through cosmetic treatments, including anterior composite bonding. Currently advancing professional clinical qualifications as an active LDS Part 2 candidate (Part 1 successfully completed), seeking to bring advanced clinical judgment and exceptional patient care to a forward-thinking dental team.

Overview

1
1
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience

Work history

Dental Therapist

Thornton Dental Care
Bradford
2025.10 - Current
  • Practiced autonomously under Direct Access, assessing and treating patients without prior dentist referral.
  • Utilised full GDC scope of practice in busy NHS setting, delivering comprehensive periodontal, restorative, and paediatric care that enhanced patient outcomes.
  • Managed standalone private clinic on Saturdays, conducting thorough clinical examinations and developing bespoke treatment plans that met individual patient needs.
  • Performed high-quality private treatments, specialising in aesthetic anterior composite bonding, composite fillings, and providing tailored preventative advice to promote long-term dental health.
  • Consistently maintained detailed, accurate clinical records in compliance with CQC and GDC guidelines.

Dental Therapist

Greengates Dental Practice
Bradford
2023.10 - 2025.10
  • Provided high-quality restorative and periodontal treatments in strict accordance with GDC guidelines and prescription specifications.
  • Executed comprehensive treatment plans prescribed by dentists, collaborating with clinical team to enhance multidisciplinary patient care.
  • Maintained proactive communication with referring dentists regarding treatment progression, clinical findings, and necessary plan modifications to support patient outcomes.
  • Ensured meticulous record-keeping, documenting all treatments, prescriptions, and patient interactions to the highest clinical and regulatory standards

Dental Hygienist/Therapist

Whingate Dental Practice, Leeds
Leeds
2022.10 - 2024.06
  • Delivered hygiene and therapy sessions alongside other dental treatments daily.
  • Provided fillings and NSPT dental therapy within NHS service plans.
  • Scheduled and completed private hygiene appointments for individual patients.
  • Reviewed clinical findings and dental records to strengthen oral hygiene outcomes.
  • Provided dental care services at Greengates Dental Practice, Bradford.
  • Worked across Allerton Dental Practice, Bradford.
  • Worked across Thornton Dental Practice, Bradford.

Dentist

El Bakaji Dental Clinic
Damascus, Syria
2020.01 - 2021.12
  • Perform extensive dental treatments for patients, including placing, restoring implants, Invisalign, Oral surgery, cosmetic dentistry and more dental procedures.
  • Provided various dental treatments in a busy surgery, helping patients regain and maintain optimal oral health and achieve desired aesthetics.
  • Provided dental care services to 10+ patients daily, meeting clinic's high standards of patient satisfaction.
  • Enhanced client acquisition through comprehensive dental care and thorough oral diagnosis and treatment appointments.
  • Managed operations by instructing and delegating tasks to the dental team, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality patient care.

Trainee Dentist

As'Sabboura Dental Clinic
Damascus
2017.01 - 2019.01
  • Conducted cavity cleaning, periodontics, tooth extractions, and tooth whitening to improve patient outcomes and knowledge of dental health.
  • Educated patients on oral health practices surrounding procedures to enhance their understanding and promote better oral hygiene.
  • Collaborated with Head Dentist, practising various dental procedures to support team objectives.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree - Dentistry

International University for Science and Technology IUST
2015.01 - 2020.01

LDS - Exam

Royal College of Surgeons
London
2026.02 -

Skills

  • Various dental procedures, Preventive oral care, Non-invasive treatments, Patient assessment, Dental health maintenance, Patient education, Dental technology integration
  • Patient comfort management
  • Evidence-based practices
  • Oral health evaluation
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Problem solving
  • Perseverance and motivation
  • Direct Access Diagnostics
  • NHS & Private Dentistry
  • Aesthetic dental care
  • Pain management techniques
  • Child-friendly practices
  • Continuing professional development
  • Regulatory compliance

Certification

  • Overseas Dentist
  • Damascus, Syria
  • Registration No. DSR-7757
  • GDC-Registered Dental Hygienist and Therapist
  • GDC 303021
  • Registered under s36C of the Dentists Act 1984

Languages

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Arabic
Native

References

References available upon request.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Voluntary Pediatric Dentistry, 2016, 2019, Volunteer in committee dedicated to treat children in need of Dental and health care., Provided basic dental care to children, ensuring high standards were always fully met., Identified oral health issues and assisted in periodontal pathology assessment and administration of fluoride treatment., Evaluated clinical findings and dental records to improve overall oral hygiene.

Special Interests

  • Composite Bonding and Facial Aesthetics
  • Restorative Dentistry
  • Endodontics
  • Implant Dentistry
  • Clear Aligners

Timeline

LDS - Exam

Royal College of Surgeons
2026.02 -

Dental Therapist

Thornton Dental Care
2025.10 - Current

Dental Therapist

Greengates Dental Practice
2023.10 - 2025.10

Dental Hygienist/Therapist

Whingate Dental Practice, Leeds
2022.10 - 2024.06

Dentist

El Bakaji Dental Clinic
2020.01 - 2021.12

Trainee Dentist

As'Sabboura Dental Clinic
2017.01 - 2019.01

Bachelor’s Degree - Dentistry

International University for Science and Technology IUST
2015.01 - 2020.01
Yazan O. Ditarabi