RAAFAT AL SAGHER
Dearborn Heights
Summary
Foreign-trained dentist with several years of clinical experience in restorative, surgical, and aesthetic dentistry. Experienced in comprehensive patient care, diagnosis, treatment planning, and emergency management. Currently active in the U.S. dental system as a Registered Dental Hygienist in Florida and Dental Assistant in Michigan while pursuing professional licensure. Strong background in restorative procedures, infection control, patient communication, and evidence-based dental care.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Dentist
Family Dental Clinic
Saad Nayel, Lebanon
08.2019 - 01.2023
- Performed comprehensive dental examinations and treatment planning
- Delivered restorative care including fillings, crowns, and prosthetics
- Conducted extractions and root canal treatments
- Provided emergency dental services
- Assisted with implant placement and orthodontic treatments
- Prescribed medications for infection and pain management
- Educated patients on preventive care and oral hygiene
Dental Assistant
Spa Dental
Michigan, ND
04.2023 - 12.2024
Chairside assistance during restorative and general dental procedures
*Instrument sterilization and infection control
* Patient preparation and treatment room setup
* Digital charting and clinical documentation
* Patient education and post-treatment instructions
* OSHA and HIPAA compliance
* Temporary crown and bridge assistance
Dental Assistant
Wow Dental
Detroit, Michigan
01.2024 - Current
Assisted orthodontists during braces and aligner procedures
- Orthodontic instrument preparation and sterilization
- Patient education regarding orthodontic hygiene and care
- Digital charting and appointment coordination
- Assisted with impressions and orthodontic records
- Infection control and OSHA compliance
- Chairside assistance during orthodontic procedures
Dental Hygienist
Registered Dental Hygienist
Florida
Worked temporary assignments in multiple dental offices throughout Florida
* Provided preventive dental hygiene care and periodontal maintenance
* Delivered patient education and oral hygiene instruction
* Assisted with clinical documentation and treatment coordination
Education
Aesthetic & Restorative Dentistry Diploma -
Saint Joseph University
Beirut, Lebanon01-2022
Bachelor of Dental Surgery - undefined
Kyiv Medical University
Kyiv, Ukraine01-2019
Skills
- Comprehensive Diagnosis & Treatment Planning
- Restorative Dentistry (Fillings, Crowns, Prosthetics)
- Extractions & Root Canal Therapy
- Aesthetic Dentistry & Whitening
- Implant Assistance
- Emergency Dental Care
- Patient Education & Communication
- Digital Charting (Dentrix)
- Infection Control & OSHA Compliance
Certification
- FastBraces Online Training Program
- Dental Hygiene ADEX/CDCA Examination – Passed on First Attempt (2024)
- HDA Membership
- Oral Champions Certificate
- INBDE Examination Document
- HIPAA Training Certificate
- Midwest OSHA & Education Certificate
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Dental Therapy / Access to Care Course
- Human Trafficking Training
- HIV Course Certificate
- Red Cross Achievement
- Dentist & Dental Hygienist Compact Update
- Bloodborne Pathogens Training
- Oral Health & Nutrition Article
- Diet & Dental Health Course
- Patient Communication Guidelines
- Hazard Communication & Waste Management
- Medically Compromised Patient Care
- Oral Hard Tissue Disease & Home Care
- Ethics in Dentistry
- Basic Oral Hygiene Course
- Patient & Practitioner Safety Training
- Lebanese Ministry of Health Colloquium
- American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) – Member
- Adult, Child & Infant CPR/First Aid – American Red Cross
- University of Michigan – Hands-on Dental Courses
- CDC Infection Control & OSHA Dental Safety Courses
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Russian
Professional Working
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Wow Dental
01.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant
Spa Dental
04.2023 - 12.2024
General Dentist
Family Dental Clinic
08.2019 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Dental Surgery - undefined
Kyiv Medical University
Dental Hygienist
Registered Dental Hygienist
Aesthetic & Restorative Dentistry Diploma -
Saint Joseph University
Academic Contribution
Author: “Enamel Microstructure and Nanotechnology: Paving the Way for Innovative Dental Care”