Candy Sebold
East Rockaway,NY
Summary
Seasoned Dentist with 42 years of experience diagnosing dental problems and conditions. Expertise in filling cavities and skillfully putting anxious patients at ease. Cutting-edge and updated on most recent dental innovations. Patient-focused practitioner with record of success in running smooth practices, maintaining safety standards and addressing diverse patient concerns with cutting-edge techniques. Experienced in examinations, and preventive measures for diverse oral issues.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
General Dentist
Self-employeed
Oceanside, NY
06.2015 - 03.2022
- Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan
- Supported patient comfort with calm demeanor and individualized pain management.
- Checked growth, development and maxillary changes for verification of typical developmental milestones for age group.
- Diagnosed and treated infections, mouth ulcers and other problems with oral mucosa.
- Conducted thorough patient examinations while screening for jaw and tongue cancers by inspecting teeth and soft oral tissues.
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
- Created individualized treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients.
- Diagnosed nerve and dental tissue damage by conducting careful examinations to determine need for root canal procedures.
- Reviewed patient health history and performed checkups to assess current issues.
- Assessed patient needs and developed treatment plans for restorative work.
- Communicated one-on-one with patients during consultative appointments to explain treatment plan and educate on upcoming procedures.
- Advised patients on appropriate treatment for pain and gave specific home care instructions.
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Administered care in emergency situations to treat tooth injuries.
- Fabricated full and partial dentures
- Placed aesthetic restorations
- Diagnosed and treated patients with sleep apnea
- Fabricated oral appliances for treatment of migraines
Dentist Practice Owner
Self Dr. Candy Sebold
Brooklyn, NY
01.1982 - 03.2021
- Correctly administered local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments and irrigation.
- 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.
- Protected patients from infectious diseases by using proper masking, gloves and safety glasses.
- Assessed patients' oral health for concerns such as infection pockets and gingivitis.
- Removed old fillings and replaced with more modern, tooth-colored alternatives.
- Took impressions for retainers and appliances.
- Improved patients' oral health by educating on better brushing and flossing habits.
- Checked teeth for signs of decay by assessing visually, manually and via radiography to recommend treatment options such as fillings and sealants.
- Referred patients to specialists such as orthodontists, endodontists and oral surgeons based on individual needs.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- All aspects of general dentistry and managed practice
- Diagnosed and treated sleep apnea
- Fabricated appliances for treatment of migraine
General Dentist
Dentserv
Valley Stream, NY
06.2010 - 06.2015
- Conducted thorough patient examinations while screening for jaw and tongue cancers by inspecting teeth and soft oral tissues.
- Performed dental services for patients in nursing facilities
Education
DDS - Dentistry
NYU College of Dentistry
NYC06.1980
Skills
- Complex Problem Solving
- Treatment Documentation
- Relationship Building
- Oral Examinations
- Anesthetic Administration
- Diagnostic Techniques
- Decision Making
- Disease Prevention
- Temporary Restoration Fabrication
- Bite Assessments
- Oral Hygiene Management
- Dental Appliance Fittings
- Advising and Educating Patients
- Treatment Plan Development
- Dental Tissue Evaluation
- Scaling and Root Planing
- Oral Disease Screening
- Patient Needs Assessments
- Diagnosis and Treatment
- Tooth Repair
- Insurance Protocols
- Restorative Dentistry
- Brushing and Flossing Techniques
- Fixed Prosthodontics
- Dental Staff Supervision
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Denture Adjustments
- Office Administration
- Crown and Denture Models
- HIPAA Compliance
- Appliance Fabrication
- Emergency Dental Care
- Verbal and Written Communication
Timeline
General Dentist
Self-employeed
06.2015 - 03.2022
General Dentist
Dentserv
06.2010 - 06.2015
Dentist Practice Owner
Self Dr. Candy Sebold
01.1982 - 03.2021
DDS - Dentistry
NYU College of Dentistry