Bushra Azhar
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Friendly professional successfully provides comprehensive dental care in variety of settings. Skilled in clinical dentistry, oral surgery, implantology and cosmetic dentistry. Background of exemplary performance in variety of dental procedures, diagnosing dental maladies and providing patient-centered treatment plans.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DENTAL RESIDENT
UNC AEGD PROGAM
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Contributed to clinic''s success by consistently meeting performance goals related to patient volume and quality of care.
- Provided preventive care services such as fluoride treatments and sealant applications to reduce instances of tooth decay among patients.
- Increased efficiency during procedures by mastering use of various dental tools and technologies like digital radiography equipment.
- Performed root canal therapy to save teeth from extraction.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date patient records, adhering to HIPAA regulations for privacy protection.
- Reduced appointment wait times by efficiently managing daily schedules and prioritizing emergency cases.
- Consulted with other dental professionals to deliver best patient care.
- Promoted team-oriented atmosphere by collaborating closely with fellow residents, dental hygienists, and administrative staff members.
- Restored teeth by fabricating crowns, bridges, and other restorations.
- Reduced anxiety in patients with gentle chairside manner and clear explanations of treatment options and procedures.
- Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities using composite and amalgam with dedication to pain management.
- Wrote prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications used to treat temporary or long-term dental issues.
- Directed staff handling patients' cleanings and support work for more advanced procedures.
- Built long-lasting relationships with patients by consistently providing high-quality care tailored to individual needs.
Dental Assistant
Valley Stream Dental Associates
07.2009 - 07.2019
- Assisted during various treatment procedures, provided patient care, performed x-rays, poured models, sterilized instruments, set up rooms for dental procedures, handed instruments, took dental impressions for various prosthodontics, and prepared teeth whitening trays.
- Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, and managed two operatories gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
- Demonstrated high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
Education
DOCTOR OF DENTAL SURGERY - DENTISTRY
UNIVERSITY AT BUFFALO SCHOOL OF DENTAL MEDICINE
Buffalo, NY05.2023
Master of Science - BIOLOGY
Long Island University
Greenvale, NY12.2018
Skills
- General restorative dentistry
- Implants
- Oral Surgery
- Endodontic Therapy
- Fixed & Removable Prosthodontics
- Emergency Dental Care
- Disease Diagnosis
- Treatment Planning
Certification
- Carlton Rinck Scholarship (2022)
- Certified in CPR/AED
Hobbies
Hiking, reading, cooking and baking, pilates, spending time with friends and family, exploring, supporting local stores and coffee shops
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
DENTAL RESIDENT
UNC AEGD PROGAM
06.2023 - 06.2024
Dental Assistant
Valley Stream Dental Associates
07.2009 - 07.2019
DOCTOR OF DENTAL SURGERY - DENTISTRY
UNIVERSITY AT BUFFALO SCHOOL OF DENTAL MEDICINE
Master of Science - BIOLOGY
Long Island University
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