Maria Sous
East Petersburg,PA
Summary
Skilled dental professional with hands-on experience in patient care, diagnosis, and treatment planning. Known for strong collaboration with team members and adaptability to evolving clinical needs. Expertise includes oral health assessment, preventive dentistry, and patient education. Reliable and focused on delivering optimal results in clinical setting.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Server/Raffle
St. Mary's Coptic Orthodox church Bazaar
06.2015 - Current
- Raised money to build a bigger church for our growing families
- Made food to serve to the community
- Hosted raffles
- Assisted in face painting and bounce house for children
Observer
Various Locations
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Explored various dental specialties through rotations, gaining a comprehensive understanding of each department''s unique challenges and best practices.
- Cultivated relationships with mentors who provided invaluable guidance throughout my experience as a Clinical Observer.
- Shadowed general dentists, pediatric dentists, cosmetic dentist and periodontists, watching work and making observations about tasks.
Researcher
Temple University
01.2020 - 05.2020
- In charge of conducting a directed reading regarding the effects of acidity on oral health
- Once completed, presented in front of seminar class and received feedback
Tutor
Temple University
09.2019 - 10.2019
- Assist athletes with Chemistry and Calculus courses
- Provide students with explanations and practice problems to solve
- Explain mathematical concepts in an understandable manner
- Analyze student comprehension and prepare goals
Dental Intern
Smilebuilderz
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Observed dental procedures, including but not limited to, extractions, restorations, implants, impressions
- Assisted in sterilization of equipment
- Assisted in fillings with EFDA
- Assisted in suctioning to remove saliva and debris from patients' mouths
- Learned about safety issues and HIPPA Privacy rule
- Supported patient education efforts by creating and distributing informative materials on oral health topics.
Student
DentSim Lab NYC
10.2018 - 10.2018
- Worked on and practiced hand-skills and visualization skills with a mannequin, plastic teeth, and computer-graphic feedback
- Practiced the art of preparing a cavity and received feedback about our pace and design
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology, Spanish
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA05.2022
DMD - Dentistry
Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry
Philadelphia, PA05-2025
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA05.2020
Skills
- Fluent in English
- Fluent in Arabic
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Leadership
- Goal planning
- Strong communicator
- Restorative Dentistry
- Crowns and Bridges
- Digital Dentistry
- Simple Extractions
Affiliations
- Treasurer for Predental health society (PDHS), Fall 2019, Present
- NSCS member, Fall 2019, Present
- Temple University Honors college, Spring 2019, Present
- Health Without Boundaries Member, Spring 2020, Present
Honorsandawards
- Temple Honors, Spring 2019, Present
- NSCS, Fall 2019, Present
- Dean's List, Fall 2018, Present
- ESS
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Researcher
Temple University
01.2020 - 05.2020
Tutor
Temple University
09.2019 - 10.2019
Observer
Various Locations
06.2019 - 06.2020
Dental Intern
Smilebuilderz
06.2019 - 08.2019
Student
DentSim Lab NYC
10.2018 - 10.2018
Server/Raffle
St. Mary's Coptic Orthodox church Bazaar
06.2015 - Current
Temple University
Bachelor of Arts - Biology, Spanish
Temple University
DMD - Dentistry
Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry
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