Collins Obi
Columbus,OH
Summary
A committed and creative dentist with a deep understanding of oral healthcare regulations, research coordination, and the management of healthcare institutions ranging from primary to tertiary levels, supported by years of clinical experience in dental practice.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travelling Dental Assistant(40hrs/week)
Children's Choice DENTAL CARE
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Disinfected and sterilized instruments and equipment to maintain a safe and hygienic environment.
- Scheduled appointments, managed patient records, processed billing and insurance claims, and coordinated referrals.
- Exposed and developed dental X-rays and placed rubber dams for procedures.
- Poured and trimmed dental impressions and prepared dental materials during procedures.
- Provided patients with instructions and counseling on proper oral hygiene techniques and post-treatment care as directed by the dentist.
- Assisted the Dentist during procedures by handling instruments, suctioning, and supporting patients to ensure comfort and safety.
Travelling Dental Assistant (40hrs/week)
Aspen Dental
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Sterilized and disinfected instruments and equipment to maintain a safe and hygienic environment.
- Exposed and developed dental X-rays and placed rubber dams for procedures.
- Scheduled appointments, managed patient records, processed billing and insurance claims, and coordinated referrals.
- Poured and trimmed dental impressions and prepared dental materials during procedures.
- Provided patients with instructions on proper oral hygiene techniques and post-treatment care as directed by the dentist.
- Assisted the Dentist during procedures by handling instruments, suctioning, and supporting patients to ensure comfort and safety.
Clinical Dental Observationship (8hrs/week)
Aspen Dental
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Observed general patient management from history taking, diagnosis, different stages of treatment plan and procedures.
- Engaged in diagnosis discussion based on observed radiological examinations on computer.
- Learned proper infection control practices in dentistry
- Learned ethical and practice requirement of United States dental practice.
- Assisted in setting up instruments for procedures.
- Practice tooth preps on typodonts under the guidance of dentist in-charge.
Dentist(40hrs/week)
St.Mary's Catholic Hospital
02.2018 - 07.2021
- Created treatment plans to maintain or restore patients' oral health
- Delivered oral health lectures in a health awareness program.
- Performed restorative procedures such as crown prep.
- Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Diagnosed and treated infections, mouth ulcers, and other problems with oral mucosa
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions to achieve effective treatments.
- Administered care in emergencies to treat injuries.
- Fabricated partial and full dentures for patients.
Dentist(40hrs/week)
University of Abuja Teaching Hospital
05.2016 - 11.2017
- Educated patients about proper oral hygiene practices, including brushing, flossing, and diet.
- Diagnosed and treated various oral health issues.
- Facilitated and coordinated community initiatives aimed at spreading awareness about oral health.
- Advised patients on appropriate treatment for pain and gave specific home care instructions.
- Created individualized treatment plans to restore patients' oral health.
- Reviewed patient health history and performed checkups to assess current issues.
- Carried out extraction of wisdom teeth and performed root canals.
- Prepared and worked-up patients for major surgical procedures and assisted in major surgical procedures.
Education
Bachelor in Dental Surgery - Dentistry
University of Benin
Benin City, Edo, Nigeria.11-2015
Skills
Registered Dentist, Nigeria 2015 - date
Certification
- Implant Dentistry (Online),
The University of Hong Kong,
China, February, 2025.
- First Aid- CPR/AED ,
American Red Cross, United States,
January, 2025.
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
- Head of Dental Unit,
St. Mary's Catholic Hospital, Abuja , Nigeria.
March 2018- July 2021.
PRESENTATIONS
- Adhesive Restorative Materials,
University of Abuja Teaching Hospital,
Abuja, Nigeria.
June 2016.
- Root Canal Therapy, Restorative Department,
School of Dentistry, University of Benin, Edo state,
Nigeria.
March 2015.
CONTINUING DENTAL EDUCATION
- DANB (Dental Assistant National Board) Radiography Review Course- RHS,
(United States of America).
March 2025.
- A guide to Clinical Differential Diagnosis of Oral Mucosal Lesions
(Crest+Oral B -Dental Care)
February 2025.
- Oral Piercings: Implications for Dental Professionals
(Crest+Oral B -Dental Care)
February 2025.
- A-Z Fundamentals of Dentifrices Oral Health Benefits in a Tube
(Crest+Oral B-Dental Care)
February 2025.
- Management of Common Medical Emergencies in The Dental Offices
(Colgate Oral Health Network)
February 2025.
- Further Updates on Water Fluoridation
(Colgate Oral Health Network)
February 2025.
- Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry: An Overview
Colgate Oral Health Network
February 2025.
- Classification of Periodontal and Peri-implant Diseases and Conditions
(Colgate Oral Health Network)
September 2024.
- Anomalies of Tooth Structures
(Crest+Oral B- Dental Care)
September 2024.
Timeline
Travelling Dental Assistant(40hrs/week)
Children's Choice DENTAL CARE
08.2024 - 02.2025
Travelling Dental Assistant (40hrs/week)
Aspen Dental
11.2023 - 05.2024
Clinical Dental Observationship (8hrs/week)
Aspen Dental
05.2022 - 07.2022
Dentist(40hrs/week)
St.Mary's Catholic Hospital
02.2018 - 07.2021
Dentist(40hrs/week)
University of Abuja Teaching Hospital
05.2016 - 11.2017
Bachelor in Dental Surgery - Dentistry
University of Benin
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