James Zheng
Sterling Heights,MI
Summary
Newly graduated and dedicated dentist skilled at developing treatment plans for patients experiencing tooth decay and other various oral diseases and issues. Committed to providing personalized patient care through quality service and communication concerning advantages and disadvantages of each treatment option. Accommodating when helping patients overcome dental fears by displaying patience, compassion, and friendliness.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteering Dental Student
Hope Dental Clinic
05.2022 - 05.2024
- Volunteered at Hope Dental Clinic 1-2 times per semester on Tuesday or Wednesday evenings to perform restorative dentistry or extractions.
- Performed procedures with licensed dentist supervising and received increased experience in such procedures.
- Supported dental team members, some of which included volunteering pre-dental high school and undergraduate students, through proactive communication, fostering a collaborative work atmosphere.
- Prevented complications for patients with medical conditions by reviewing their histories before initiating treatments.
- Improved patient comfort by implementing gentle and effective dental techniques during procedures.
Community Outreach Intern
Hibbing Community College Dental Clinic
12.2023 - 01.2024
- Treated patients in the Hibbing community with supervision from licensed dentists who provided guidance throughout each stage of the project life cycle.
- Built strong relationships with staff through consistent communication and genuine collaboration efforts.
- Engaged patients in health-related activities to enhance overall well-being.
Community Outreach Intern
Horizon Health Howard Dental
09.2023 - 10.2023
- Treated patients in the Howard community with supervision from licensed dentists who provided guidance throughout each stage of treatment.
- Built strong relationships with clinic staff through consistent communication and genuine collaboration efforts.
- Enhanced community engagement by organizing and executing outreach events such as providing and applying fluoride for local settlements.
- Developed presentations for the Howard school district.
Dental Assistant
Dr. Lanlan Zhang DDS
09.2019 - 07.2020
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Received invaluable experience in the field of dentistry that prepared me well for dental school the following year.
Education
DDS -
University of Minnesota School of Dentistry
Minneapolis, MN05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI05.2019
High School Diploma -
St. Andrew's Episcopal School
Ridgeland, MS05.2015
Skills
- General restorative dentistry
- Restorative Dentistry
- Diagnosis Skills
- Treatment Planning
- Patient Management
- Patient education and prophylaxis
- Endodontics
- Oral Surgery
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Prosthodontics
Timeline
Community Outreach Intern
Hibbing Community College Dental Clinic
12.2023 - 01.2024
Community Outreach Intern
Horizon Health Howard Dental
09.2023 - 10.2023
Volunteering Dental Student
Hope Dental Clinic
05.2022 - 05.2024
Dental Assistant
Dr. Lanlan Zhang DDS
09.2019 - 07.2020
DDS -
University of Minnesota School of Dentistry
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
High School Diploma -
St. Andrew's Episcopal School
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