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Work History
Education
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Dr Karas

Dr Karas

Bakersfield,CA

Summary

Accomplished dental professional specializing in comprehensive care, cosmetic dentistry, and dental implant placement at Calidental. Demonstrates expertise in insurance coordination and staff leadership, driving improvements in patient satisfaction and care outcomes. A strong record of utilizing advanced dental technologies and ongoing education to deliver exceptional patient results.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Associate Dentist

Calidental
Bakersfield, California
10.2023 - Current
  • Taught patients how to properly brush and floss for optimal dental health.
  • Performed restorative procedures including fillings, crowns, bridges and root canals.
  • Collaborated with dental hygienists and assistants to provide efficient and effective patient care.
  • Analyzed X-rays and reviewed patients' health backgrounds to devise appropriate treatment course.
  • Led patient consultations, discussing treatment options, and addressing any concerns or questions.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Prescribed antibiotics for patients.
  • Explained procedures, answered questions and administered additional pain relief to help patients feel comfortable.
  • Performed cosmetic dentistry procedures, including whitening, veneers, and bonding, to enhance patients' smiles and confidence.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques to maintain optimal dental health.
  • Utilized advanced dental technology, including digital X-rays and CAD/CAM systems, to improve diagnosis and treatment outcomes.
  • Used VELscope to perform both intraoral and extraoral cancer screenings.
  • Collaborated with dental specialists, such as orthodontists and periodontists, to coordinate comprehensive care for patients.
  • Reviewed x-rays or CT scans to assess potential problems with existing implants or prostheses.
  • Developed customized prosthetic devices, including dentures, crowns, bridges, and implants.

Dental Hygienist

Great Expressions Dental Center-East Busch
Tampa, FL
09.2019 - 01.2021
  • Performs oral healthcare and risk assessments which include but not limited to:
  • Evaluates a patient's current health status including all medications
  • Performs an extraoral and intraoral examination and oral cancer screening
  • Completes a comprehensive dental and periodontal charting that includes a detailed description and evaluation of the gingiva and periodontium
  • Develops a dental hygiene diagnosis based on the oral health finding
  • Exposes, processes, and interprets dental radiographs (x-rays)
  • Removes biofilm plaque and calculus (soft and hard deposits) from teeth both coronal and apical to (above and below) the gingival margin (gumline) using dental instruments
  • Applies caries-preventive agents such as fluorides and sealants to the teeth
  • Discusses the progress being made toward isolating evidence that notes the potential association between systemic and oral health and disease
  • Administer local controlled and sustained release antimicrobial agents
  • Provides patient education on biofilm plaque control and home care protocol by incorporating techniques and products that will become part of an individualized self-care oral hygiene program
  • Counsels and coordinate tobacco cessation programs
  • Educates patients on the importance of good nutrition for maintaining optimal oral health
  • Guides the patient from the reception area to the hygiene room and back to the front desk
  • Ensures that the patient knows why they need continuing care and that they have a follow up appointment that is set by the PA or PC

Office Manager and Dental Assistant

Magna Dental Care
12.2017 - 08.2019
  • Complied with state and Federal infection control standards in the dental office and operatories, including but not limited to: wearing protective barriers such as gloves, scrubs, and eye wear; disinfecting and sterilizing instruments and treatment areas; and disposing properly of contaminated or bio-hazardous waste/materials
  • Gained hands-on experience and knowledge with four-handed dentistry, Invisalign Impressions, placement of attachments, teeth whitening and etc
  • Skilled in assisting specialties as Periodontics, Pediatric, Oral Surgery and Orthodontic procedures
  • Documented/charted all dental procedures performed during each patient visit according to dentist's instructions and legal requirements
  • Provided dental education and information to insure patient awareness of dental health and continuing treatment
  • Presented to patient in professional and confidential manner dental treatment plan and proposed plan for continuing treatments
  • Explained insurance benefits and financial options to patients in non-clinical terms
  • Maintained equipment protocols, including but not limited to: clean evacuation system, lubricate and maintain dental hand pieces, clean and maintain radiograph processors, monitor and clean equipment, clean dental lab plaster traps and maintain clean office environment
  • Recognized signs of a dental emergency, and insure proper and timely response and notification to patient, staff, and emergency medical personnel when necessary

General Dentist

Dr: Beshoy Kara's office
Sohag, Egypt
11.2013 - 10.2017
  • Performed all aspects of dentistry, including routine restorative treatment, extensive cosmetic procedures, prosthodontics (crown/bridge, implant, dentures, CEREC), endodontics (anterior/molar), extractions, periodontal therapy and treatment, oral diagnosis, TMJ therapy, sleep apnea appliance therapy, and treatment planning
  • Provided and managed direct patient care, including examinations, diagnoses and treatment for a diverse patient population
  • Prescribed pharmaceuticals, other medications and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed dental conditions

General Dentist and internship

Faculty of Dentistry-Minia University
08.2013 - 10.2013
  • Provided general dental care services with specialized clinical focus in full mouth reconstruction including fixed/removable prosthodontics and restorative treatment
  • Screened new patients, prepared detailed treatment plans, discussed treatment options, and referred patients to the needed specialty when needed
  • Provided treatment including implant restorations, periodontal therapy, molar endodontics, restorative and fixed prosthodontics on a daily basis
  • Designed bridgework, fit dentures and provide appliances to correct abnormal positioning of teeth and jaws and write prescriptions or instructions for use by the dental technician

General Dentist Internship

Sohag General Hospital
11.2012 - 07.2013
  • Provided general dental care services with specialized clinical focus in full mouth reconstruction including fixed/removable prosthodontics and restorative treatment
  • Screened new patients, prepared detailed treatment plans, discussed treatment options, and referred patients to the needed specialty when needed
  • Provided treatment including implant restorations, periodontal therapy, molar endodontics, restorative and fixed prosthodontics on a daily basis
  • Designed bridgework, fit dentures and provide appliances to correct abnormal positioning of teeth and jaws and write prescriptions or instructions for use by the dental technician

Education

Doctor of Dental Surgery -

UNIVERSITY OF DE LA SALLE DENTAL SCHOOL
Leon, Mexico
01.2023

Internship -

Sohag General Hospital
07.2013

Internship -

Minia dental school hospital
01.2013

Bachelor of Dentistry -

Minia University
01.2012

Skills

  • Insurance coordination
  • Periodontal treatment
  • Sedation dentistry
  • Dental materials selection
  • Cosmetic dentistry
  • Continuing education
  • Orthodontic assessment
  • Dental implant placement
  • Oral cancer screening
  • Case presentation
  • Oral surgery skills
  • Preventive care
  • Staff leadership
  • Comprehensive dental care

Certification

  • Florida dental hygiene license, 08/01/19
  • National Board Dental Exam Part 1 & Part 2, 04/01/19
  • CPR Certification, 12/01/23 - 12/31/25
  • Egyptian Dental License, 12/01/13 - Present

Volunteer Experience

  • Volunteer, St. George Church charity clinic, Tampa, Florida, Present
  • Volunteer, Great New York Dental Meeting, 2017, 2018, 2019
  • Volunteer, Coptic Church Egypt, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
  • Volunteer, 4th International Dental Congress, Minia, Egypt, 09/01/12

Attended Workshops And Seminars

  • Creating a Financially Successful Dental Practice, New York, 3 hours, 11/01/18
  • Oral Reconstruction Foundation, 2017 Global Symposium, Miami Beach, Florida, 8 hours, 05/04/17 - 05/06/17
  • Implant basic and practical on patients from A.O.I.A, Alexandria, Egypt, 30 hours, 05/01/17
  • Endodontics Workshop, the 4th International Dental Congress, 5 hours, 09/01/12
  • Basic course of Dental Implantology, 4th International Dental Congress, 10 hours, 09/01/12

Timeline

Associate Dentist

Calidental
10.2023 - Current

Dental Hygienist

Great Expressions Dental Center-East Busch
09.2019 - 01.2021

Office Manager and Dental Assistant

Magna Dental Care
12.2017 - 08.2019

General Dentist

Dr: Beshoy Kara's office
11.2013 - 10.2017

General Dentist and internship

Faculty of Dentistry-Minia University
08.2013 - 10.2013

General Dentist Internship

Sohag General Hospital
11.2012 - 07.2013

Doctor of Dental Surgery -

UNIVERSITY OF DE LA SALLE DENTAL SCHOOL

Internship -

Sohag General Hospital

Internship -

Minia dental school hospital

Bachelor of Dentistry -

Minia University

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