Olivia Ogbuaku
General Dentist
Bowie,MD
Summary
Reliable and detail-oriented General Dentist with strong clinical foundations, committed to providing exceptional patient-centered care. Experienced in diagnosing and managing urgent and non-urgent cases with emphasis on pain management, long term tooth preservation, and restorations. Particularly attentive to the needs and comfort of individuals during all dental procedures. Cultivating trusting interactions with clear communication of techniques and acknowledgement of unique patient conditions. Commitment to advancing skills through continual learning and seeking to further refine clinical expertise through advanced training and scholarly engagement.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Dentist
Dechter & Moy Dentistry
Silver Spring, MD
01.2025 - Current
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently updating patient files with relevant medical history, treatments, and progress notes.
- Enhanced patient experience with thorough oral hygiene education and preventative care recommendations.
- Developed customized treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs, promoting overall oral health and wellbeing.
- Provided emergency dental care, addressing urgent issues in a timely and professional manner.
- Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Prepped, designed, and milled same day CEREC crowns using PrimeScan.
- Treated periodontal disease through scaling and root planning.
Associate Dentist
Severn River Dental Health Center
Severna Park, MD
11.2024 - 07.2025
- Performed routine dental checkups, identifying and treating oral health issues promptly to prevent further complications.
- Established rapport with patients of all ages, providing a comfortable and reassuring atmosphere for both children and adults.
- Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan.
- Prepped and designed same day CEREC crowns using Omnicam.
- Created occlusal guards using inLab Splint software.
- Performed same day treatments on patient's with emergencies.
- Conducted hygiene checks daily for three hygiene columns.
Associate Dentist
Beltsville Smiles
Beltsville, MD
04.2024 - 02.2025
- Created individualized dental care plans for patients with various insurances including Medicare and Medicaid.
- Provided dental care for patients of all ages.
- Preformed scaling and root planing, debridements, and periodontal maintenance to patients with periodontal disease.
- Conducted new patient exams and recall exams with same day cleanings.
- Performed root canal therapy on anterior's and premolars.
- Served diverse populations with culturally sensitive care approaches, meeting the unique needs of each patient base served at the practice location.
- Referred patients to specialists such as orthodontists, endodontists and oral surgeons based on individual needs.
- Restored teeth by fabricating crowns, bridges and other restorations.
PGY-1 Resident
BronxCare Health System
The Bronx, NY
7 2023 - 07.2024
- Worked alongside clinical directors and resident's at BronxCare Health System general practice residency
- Preformed extensive clinical procedures including molar endodontics, implant restorations, post and cores, extractions, dentures, crowns, and bridges
- Cared for 7-10 patient's daily including about 3 new patients
- Enhanced patient care by implementing individualized treatment plans
- Provided emergency treatments and consultations during clinic and after clinic hours including pulpectomy, incision and drainage, laceration repair, and splint
- Participated in research projects to continually enhance knowledge and skills in dentistry
- Prescribed OTC medications and antibiotics for pain and infection management
- Communicated with physicians and oncologists regarding medical clearance for dental procedures recommended for medically-compromised patients
Dental Assistant
Dr. Antonopoulou, DDS Endodontic Office
Towson, MD
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Assisted in all endodontic procedures while maintaining a clean, COVID-free environment.
Education
Doctor of Dental Surgery -
University of Maryland School of Dentistry
Baltimore05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Bowie State University
Bowie, MD05.2016
Skills
Treatment Planning
Digital Dentistry
Restorative Dentistry
Prosthodontic Procedures
Simple and Surgical Extractions
Emergency Dental Care
Endodontic Treatment
Clear Aligner Therapy
Dental Radiograph Interpretation
Anxiety Management and Reassurance
Patient Education
Infection Control & OSHA Compliance
Timeline
Associate Dentist
Dechter & Moy Dentistry
01.2025 - Current
Associate Dentist
Severn River Dental Health Center
11.2024 - 07.2025
Associate Dentist
Beltsville Smiles
04.2024 - 02.2025
Dental Assistant
Dr. Antonopoulou, DDS Endodontic Office
06.2020 - 08.2020
PGY-1 Resident
BronxCare Health System
7 2023 - 07.2024
Doctor of Dental Surgery -
University of Maryland School of Dentistry
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Bowie State University