Monique Gao

Highly skilled Dental Resident with background in comprehensive patient care, including diagnosis, treatment planning, and surgical procedures. Demonstrates deep understanding of oral pathology and practical experience with restorative dentistry, endodontics, and prosthodontics, Strong abilities in teamwork and communication contribute to streamlined operations for optimal patient outcomes. Past roles reflect significant impact on improving dental health education initiatives.

Vinmar Solutions - Dental Student Teaching Model Series

2021-2023

• Worked with Mr. Mark Hunt, CDT, to facilitate the process of dental students learning how to cut preparations in teeth. This project helps teach dental students to cross reference their own work against objectively and clinically acceptable preparations on a stone model to allow for unbiased grading.

Contour Magazine Article on Tinnitus in Dental Settings, May Spring 2021 Issue, OSD 106

• UCLA Women in Dentistry, Social Events Coordinator from August 2021 to May 2022. Helped organize fundraisers and drives to benefit women in shelters across Los Angeles. Facilitated mental health and well being events centered around women's health for UCLA Dental School students.
• American Student Dental Association Pre-Dental Chair from May 2021 to June 2022. Created resources for pre-dental students in California, such as technical lab workshops and mentorship opportunities. Worked with multiple community college health advisors to create avenues for pre-dental students to access information about applying to dental school.