Gordon Gill

• American Dental Association (ADA)
• Washington State Dental Association (WSDA)

Career Shadowing- Dr. Richard Hayashi 2014- 2017

• Shadowed and observed Dr. Hayashi perform various clinical procedures including restorations, crowns, bridge fabrications, denture adjustments and delivery, perio treatment, surgical and non-surgical extractions

Career Shadowing- Dr. Mike Harfield

• Shadowed and observed Dr. Harfield perform various orthodontic treatments including but not limited to placement of braces, extraction of teeth, placement of functional appliances and head gears
• Learned uses of periodic lateral cephalometric radiographs to assess growth and changes to the skeletal structures around the oral cavity

Career Shadowing- Dr. Ben Johnson 2016- 2017

• Shadowed and observed Dr. Johnson perform various oral maxillofacial procedures including but not limited to implant placement, wisdom teeth extractions, bone grafts, distraction osteogenesis, and facial trauma repairs

Graduate Periodontics Clinic, University of Washington 2020- 2022

• Helped assist graduate students in various periodontal treatment modalities including clinical crown lengthening,osseous resective and regenerative surgeries, ridge augmentations, sinus lifts, tooth extractions, bone and tissue grafts, implant placement, gingivectomy, curettage and debridement
• Fabricated surgical guides for possible implant placement
• Provided additional support to clinical staff and students when needed

DECOD Volunteer, University of Washington 2020- 2022

• Provided full comprehensive treatment planning and cleanings to individuals with disabilities
• Conducted full exams and captured x-rays when suited for the patients
• Established proper rapport with patients and potential caregivers and provided a proper medium for both parties to discuss potential concerns related to the oral health of the patients with a focus on empathy
• Provided appropriate recommendations and guidelines to patients and caregivers to help patients get the care they need and are seeking
• Provided additional support to clinical staff and attending dentists when needed

UWSOD Preclinical Peer Mentor, University of Washington 2021- 2022

• Assisted and guided 1st, 2nd, and 3rd years in various preclinical courses focused on fixed prosthetics and restorative
• Assisted administrative staff in grading preclinical exercises performed by students and help maintain a level of excellence to be achieved
• Provided tutoring outside of classroom time to help students improve their technical skills and strengthen their knowledge of procedures. This helped students feel more confident in completing their simulated preclinical exams

ASDA District 10 Conference- Salt Lake City Utah January 2022

• At this conference hosted by the American Student Dental Association, I attended lectures and workshops on topics such as “Dental Malpractice Claim Prevention; Informed Consent and Patient Selection”, “Real Talk: Why Successful Communication In and Outside of the Operatory Matters”, “Advocacy in Real Time”, and “Associateship and DSO Contracts – Questions to Ask Before You Sign”.
• Other topics addressed at this conference included how to properly evaluate your career, when to buy a practice,and the advantages and difficulties associated with owning a practice

Dental Volunteer, Lahai Health Center January 2022- June 2022

• As part of a school sponsored activity, I was given the opportunity to provide dental care and recommendations to geriatric patients seeking to improve their oral health
• Assessed and analyzed dental radiographs, previous dental charts, and current dentition to develop an appropriate dental plan for patients with insight from the attending dentist
• Provided appropriate dental care including but not limited to denture adjustments, periodontal treatment, caries control, restorations, extractions, and crown placements with insight from the attending dentist
• Established rapport with geriatric patients to help make them comfortable in sharing their concerns and desires for their dentition and oral health
• Empathized with patients who have struggled to achieve adequate oral health or are not comfortable with their current oral health condition

Dental Intern, Inchelium Health Center June 2022

• Interacted with children, parents, and relevant professionals while providing appropriate dental care.
• Assessed and analyzed dental radiographs, previous dental charts, current dentition to develop an appropriate dental plan for patients with approval of overhead dentist
• Provided appropriate dental services including but not limited to periodontal treatment, caries control, restorations, and crown placements with insight from the overhead dentist
• Provided age appropriate advice/recommendations to prevent future occurrences of oral diseases and to improve the oral health of patients seeking help
• Instituted effective workflow and promoted open communication amongst all staff and patients

Active Dental license

CPR/AED certified