Mario Addiego
San Diego,CA
Summary
I am passionate about pursuing a career in dentistry because it uniquely combines my interest in science, healthcare, and helping others. Growing up in my parents' dental practices, I gained firsthand exposure to the profession, observing the impact of compassionate care and developing a deep appreciation for the role of dentistry in improving patients' lives. By attending dental school, I aim to perfect my clinical skills, develop a deep understanding of oral health, and ultimately contribute to improving the overall well-being of my future patients.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Work experience
Addiego Orthodontics, Dr. Domenico Addiego
05.2019 - Current
- Busy orthodontic practice seeing around 65 patients a day.
- Support staff members with filing, observing bracket placement and the changing of archwires, making essix retainers, pouring up models, instrument sterilization, wiping chairs, and seating patients.
- while in high school worked 2 days a week after school
- currently work during college breaks
Shadowing Student
Cedar Creek Dental Office, Dr. Jessica Bramlette
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Observed digital dentistry with the Cerac scanner. Process of implants, dentures and crowns being made.
- Milled and glazed crowns in office
- Fillings, root canals, cleanings
- Breaking rooms down and sterilization of instruments
Shadowing Student
Implants and Periodontics at the Jersey Shore
12.2024 - 12.2024
- Learned how to scrub in for surgery and sterile preparation of room. Observed extractions, bone grafting and implant placement with a digital guide. Surgical flap procedure to perform a scaling and root planing and different suture techniques
- observation with Dr Thomas Schnieder for two surgical days for a total of 9 hours
Shadowing Student
Southern Ocean Endodontics
08.2024 - 08.2024
- Observed periapical infections on x-ray vs CBCT, numerous root canals through a microscope and an apicoectomy.
- Shadowed 4 days a week for two weeks for a total of 24 hours
Shadowing Student
Dr Kathy Banks, DMD, FACS
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Exposure to various procedures including bone grafting, dental implants, extractions, jaw injuries and pathologies seen on CBCT. The highlight of my experience was watching the administration of IV and general anesthesia.
- Shadowing on surgical days a week equaling 64 hours over two months
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA12-2025
Skills
- President of Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity (June 2024 to May 2025)
- Rush Chair Phi Kapp Psi Fraternity (Aug 2023 to May2024)
- Member of Beta Psi Omega -Professional Biology Fraternity SDSU (2023 to present)
- SDSU Advantage Scholarship Recipient (2022-present)
- Harold and June Grant Memorial Scholarship Recipient (2023 to present)
Affiliations
- Pre Dental Member of the American Student Dental Association
- Pre Dental Organization SDSU
Timeline
Shadowing Student
Implants and Periodontics at the Jersey Shore
12.2024 - 12.2024
Shadowing Student
Southern Ocean Endodontics
08.2024 - 08.2024
Shadowing Student
Dr Kathy Banks, DMD, FACS
06.2024 - 07.2024
Shadowing Student
Cedar Creek Dental Office, Dr. Jessica Bramlette
06.2023 - 08.2023
Work experience
Addiego Orthodontics, Dr. Domenico Addiego
05.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biology
San Diego State University
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