Olga Pekhova
Cupertino,CA
Summary
Patient-focused General Dentist with 25 years of extensive clinical experience in Russia. Expert in restorative dentistry and endodontics, adept at blending long-standing clinical intuition with modern digital technologies. Proven track record of initiating workflow improvements (Zoom 4, CBCT, GBT) that increase clinical quality and practice profitability. Currently transitioning into the U.S. dental field; seeking an entry-level Dental Assistant role to apply my vast clinical knowledge while adapting to local regulations and terminology.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Dentist
CLINIC OOO"ZUBNOV"/CLINIC "STOMATOLOGIA NA LENINGRADSKOI'
10.2010 - 10.2025
- Digital Diagnostics: Proficient in Ez3D-plus software for CBCT analysis. Implementing 3D diagnostics identified hidden pathologies in 90% of patients, leading to 50% of them proceeding with necessary additional treatments.
- Restorative & Aesthetic Care: Utilize "silicone key," biomimetic, and free-hand restoration techniques. Initiated the integration of premium materials (Tokuyama, Dentsply, 3M ESPE, GC). Experienced in professional whitening with Amazing White and Zoom 4.
- Endodontics: Perform primary and secondary root canal treatments. Introduced endo-activators to the clinical workflow, improving canal disinfection efficiency by 1.5–2 times.
- Clinical Environment: Maintained a safe clinical environment by overseeing proper instrument processing and disinfection in collaboration with dental assistants.
- Sterilization Protocols: Hands-on experience in all stages of instrument processing: disinfection, pre-sterilization cleaning (using ultrasonic cleaner), and sterilization (Class B autoclaving).
- Advanced Anesthesia: Apply refined local anesthesia techniques to reduce dosage while maintaining high efficacy for 70% of patients.
- Dental Software: Proficient in iDent and Adenta Professional for digital patient records.
General Dentist
Clinic "Pandhser"
07.2001 - 09.2010
Provided comprehensive therapeutic care and managed all aspects of clinical documentation and X-ray diagnostics.
Education
Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) Equivalent - General Dentistry / Therapeutic Dentistry
State Medical Association (GTMO)
Voronezh, Russia08-1998
General Dentistry / Therapeutic Dentistry
Voronezh State Medical University Named After N.N. Burdenko
Voronezh, Russia06-1997
Skills
- Clinical dentistry: Restorative techniques, Biomimetic, free-hand, silicon key techniques
- Endodontics: Primary and secondary (retreatment) procedures using endo-activators, apex locator,rotary endo motor
- Aesthetics: Professional whitening (ZOOM 4, Amaizing White)
- Prevention: Prophylaxis protocols (elements of GBT, fluoridation, remineralization)
- Anesthesia: Refined local anesthesia techniques with refuse dosage and high efficacy (for 70% of patients)
- Diagnostics and Technology: 3D Imaging: CBCT analysis using Ez3D-Plus software
- Radiography: Expert interpretation of both digital and full-cycle film X-rays
- Practice Management Software: Proficient in iDent and Adenta Professional
- Safety and Operations: Sterilization: Full-cycle instrument processing (disinfection, ultrasonic cleaning, Class B autoclaving)
- Workflow: Expert in 4-handed dentistry and clinical environment management
- Communication: Multidisciplinary coordination and transparent treatment planning (balanced pricing strategy)
Certification
State Accredited Dental Practitioner | Registration No: 7723030980608
Issued by: Russian Medical Academy of Continuous Professional Education (RMACPE), Moscow |2023
Under the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation
Board Certification: Academy of Medical Professional Education "Prizvanie," Krasnoyarsk |2022
Advanced Topics in Therapeutic Dentistry|Interregional Center for Post-Graduate Medical Education,Moscow|2018
Therapeutic Dentistry | 2003 – 2013|Voronezh State Medical University named after N.N.Burdenko
(Recertified every 5 years)
Languages
English
Russian
Timeline
General Dentist
CLINIC OOO"ZUBNOV"/CLINIC "STOMATOLOGIA NA LENINGRADSKOI'
10.2010 - 10.2025
General Dentist
Clinic "Pandhser"
07.2001 - 09.2010
Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) Equivalent - General Dentistry / Therapeutic Dentistry
State Medical Association (GTMO)
General Dentistry / Therapeutic Dentistry
Voronezh State Medical University Named After N.N. Burdenko
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Direct and Indirect Restoration of Posterior Teeth | Dr. Lukyanenko
- Innovative Technologies in Endodontics | Clinical Seminar
- Restoration of the Anterior Teeth Group | Dr. Vasiliadis
- Biomimetic Composite Restoration of Anterior Teeth | Dr. Minakov
- Professional Teeth Whitening Systems (In-Office & Take-Home) | Dr. Bichkaeva