Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES / CONFERENCES
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Safana Almakram

Long Grove ,Il

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dental Student

UIC College of Dentistry
Chicago, IL
01.2023 - 05.2025
  • Participated in the Advanced Standing Program for internationally trained dentists, performing various dental procedures under supervision.
  • A track student in the Endodontics Department gained advanced experience in complex root canal treatments. in addition to assisting with surgical procedures in PG-Endo.
  • An honors student in the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department performed advanced surgical procedures.
  • Conducted a range of dental treatments on a weekly basis at the Inclusive Care Clinic at UIC, providing care to patients with diverse disabilities, and addressing their specific treatment needs.
  • Rotated through the Northwest Community Healthcare (NCH) Mobile Dental Clinic, delivering dental care to low-income families and patients with special needs, and performing various procedures such as root canal treatments, surgical extractions, removable partial dentures, crowns, and bridges.

Lead Registered Dental Assistant

endodontics limited
Chicago , IL
03.2016 - 05.2022
  • Provided chairside assistance during endodontic and surgical procedures, including apicoectomies, and complex treatments.
  • Assisted with endodontic procedures, ensuring high-quality patient care, and streamlined clinical workflows.
  • Operated CBCT equipment and analyzed imaging for diagnostic accuracy; trained in the use of dental navigation systems for real-time surgical guidance.
  • Collaborated with general and specialist dentists to enhance patient comfort, and deliver a positive clinical experience.
  • Led training and oversight of dental assistants, reinforcing protocol adherence, and teamwork.
  • Oversaw inventory and procurement to support uninterrupted clinic operations, and coordinated with dental supply representatives to negotiate optimal pricing and promotional offers for materials and equipment.

General Dentist

own private practice
Baghdad-Iraq
01.2010 - 05.2014
  • Owned and managed a private dental practice, providing direct patient care, including examinations, diagnoses, and treatment for a diverse patient population.
  • Delivered a full range of dental services, encompassing urgent, non-surgical, and surgical procedures, ensuring high-quality care across various clinical needs.
  • Specialized in developing individualized treatment plans, performing endodontic, restorative, preventive, and surgical procedures, and addressing complex dental conditions.
  • Focused on providing compassionate, patient-centered care, establishing trust, and fostering long-term relationships with patients through effective communication and treatment transparency.
  • Managed all aspects of patient care, from initial consultation to post-treatment follow-up, ensuring continuity and consistency in care.

General Dentist Resident

Diyala Specialized center/ Department of Health
Baghdad/Iraq
04.2008 - 02.2011
  • I began my career under supervision and was later honored to become the manager of a specialized health center serving an undeScreened new patients, prepared detailed treatment plans, discussed treatment options, and referred patients to the needed specialty when necessary. I conducted clinical treatments, took alginate impressions, and performed dental X-rays. Additionally, I screened new patients, prepared comprehensive treatment plans, discussed treatment options, and referred patients to appropriate specialties as needed.

Education

Doctor of Dental Medicine DMD -

University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL
05-2025

Master degree in Clinical Research Management -

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
05-2022

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) -

License No. 28200
01-2021

General Practice Residency (2 Years) -

Department of Health
Baghdad-Iraq
01-2011

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) -

University of Baghdad-Collage of Dentistry
Baghdad-Iraq
01-2009

Skills

*Class president and representative of Chicago Dental Society (CDS)

*American Dental Association

*president of Academy of osseointegration at UIC

*American Academy of General Dentistry

*American Association of Public Health Dentistry (AAPHD)

*Cardiopulmonary resuscitations, American Heart association

*Iraqi Dental Association

Affiliations

  • Class president of AS-DMD Class of 2025
  • Dr. James R. Havera Scholarship.
  • Meccor Industries Scholarship.
  • certificate of attendance of CBCT By Dr. Mohamad Fayad
  • Gratitude and appreciation from Iraqi ministry of health.
  • Certificate of good standing from Iraqi dental association.

Certification

  • certified and Registered hygienist, FL
  • Title: Evaluating Gap Arthroplasty as the treatment option for Temporomandibular ankylosis Description: Co-Author responsible for critical revision of scientific content and manuscript review.
  • Title: research retrospective study on the effect of COVID-19 on cracked teeth

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES / CONFERENCES

  • multiple courses in midwinter meeting
  • AAE meeting courses 2023
  • OSHA rules.
  • Hands on 3D Cone Beam & Cad/Cam.

Accomplishments

  • Pierre Faucharrd Academy, Senior Student Award.
  • Quintessence Award for Academic Achievement in Periodontics.

Timeline

Dental Student

UIC College of Dentistry
01.2023 - 05.2025

Lead Registered Dental Assistant

endodontics limited
03.2016 - 05.2022

General Dentist

own private practice
01.2010 - 05.2014

General Dentist Resident

Diyala Specialized center/ Department of Health
04.2008 - 02.2011

Doctor of Dental Medicine DMD -

University of Illinois At Chicago

Master degree in Clinical Research Management -

Arizona State University

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) -

License No. 28200

General Practice Residency (2 Years) -

Department of Health

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) -

University of Baghdad-Collage of Dentistry

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