Hi, I’m
Shekha Patel
JUPITER,FL
Summary
Experienced and cheerful Dentist with 15 years of experience, looking for a new professional challenge. Has a passion for Pediatric Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry and Continuing Education. Kind-hearted and open communicator with a flexible nature and hardworking mentality.
Overview
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Stuart Pediatric DentistryStuart, FL
Dentist
03.2016 - Current
Job overview
- Interviewed parents and their children about dental care and issues of concern.
- Prescribed medications to alleviate discomfort or spread of infection.
- Examined Childs' teeth, gums and oral tissue to identify and diagnose conditions.
- Counseling parents about their children's habits that may affect oral health, such as sucking their thumb and using a pacifier or prescribing a lab fabricated appliance
- Monitored growth and development of teeth and jaws in pediatric patients. Fabricated Space Maintainers and/or referral given for Orthodontic consultation when necessary.
- Delivered compassionate behavior management techniques and calmed anxious patients using Nitrous Oxide and other sedation techniques (i.e Facilitating care with Pediatric Dental Anesthesia Associates)
Gardens Dental CarePalm Beach Gardens , FL
Dentist
08.2015 - 02.2017
Job overview
- Completed consultations and Collaborated with professionals to develop individualized treatment options to maintain or restore oral health of patients.
- Dental extractions, Root Canal Therapy, restoration of cavities using CEREC same day crowns, Lab fabricated Porcelain crowns and cosmetic composite techniques
- Diagnosed and treated infections, mouth ulcers, and periodontal conditions.
- Administered care in emergency situations to treat tooth injuries including splinting and Class IV fractures.
- Conducted thorough patient examinations while screening for jaw and tongue cancers by inspecting teeth and soft oral tissues.
- Facial Pain Management using Pankey and Spear techniques for fabrication of Occlusal Splint
Education
University of FloridaGainesville, FL
Pediatric Mini-Residency
06.2012
University Overview
- Professional development completed in Operating Room Setting
- In Office sedation and behavior management techniques
- Multidisciplinary approach to management of Cleft lip and Palate with a Craniofacial Team
- Review of all aspects of Pediatric Dental Procedures and Standard of Care
University of FloridaGainesville, FL
Doctor of Dental Medicine
05.2008
University Overview
- Awarded Cum Laude Honor
University of Central FloridaOrlando, FL
Bachelor of Science from Microbiology And Molecular Biology
05.2004
University Overview
- Elected President for American Student Dental Society in 2002-2004
- Awarded Deans Honor Roll and Presidents Honor Roll
Skills
- Pediatric Behavior Management Techniques and Anxiolysis
- X-Ray Interpretation
- Emergency Dental Care( Avulsion, Extrusion/Intrusion or Subluxation and splinting
- Placing Restorations including Fillings, cosmetic restorations, Stainless Steel Crowns, Cerec Crowns, Lab Fabricated Porcelain Crowns
- Pulpotomy/ Pulpectomy Expertise
- Preventive Care
- Tooth Extraction
- Educating Patients and Parents
- Cosmetic Dentistry including veneer preparation and design
Timeline
Dentist
Stuart Pediatric Dentistry
03.2016 - Current
Dentist
Gardens Dental Care
08.2015 - 02.2017
University of Florida
Pediatric Mini-Residency
University of Florida
Doctor of Dental Medicine
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science from Microbiology And Molecular Biology
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