Sherna Elizabeth Cherian
Kolakottu House Nellickamon P.o Ranny Pathanamthitta,Kerala
Summary
Skilled Dentist with a proven track record at Modern Dental Clinic, enhancing patient care through expert treatment planning and diagnosis. Excelled in restorative dentistry and patient management, significantly increasing patient referrals. Demonstrated leadership by mentoring dental students and fostering team collaboration. Renowned for surgical extractions and preventive care, ensuring high patient satisfaction and retention.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Dentist
Modern Dental Clinic
10.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with dental hygienists and assistants to provide efficient and high-quality care to patients.
- Contributed towards practice growth through high-quality services, leading to increased patient referrals and positive reviews.
- Increased patient retention rates by building trust through transparent communication regarding treatment options, risks, benefits, costs involved during consultations.
- Extracted teeth,scaling and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Wrote prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications used to treat temporary or long-term dental issues.
- Consulted with other dental professionals to deliver best patient care.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans for patients based on diagnosis.
- Removed old fillings and replaced with more modern, tooth-colored alternatives.
- Protected patients from infectious diseases by using proper masking, gloves and safety glasses.
- Assessed patients' oral health for concerns such as infection pockets and gingivitis.
Dentist
Family Dental Clinic
01.2020 - 10.2022
- Diagnosed periodontal disease early through routine assessments, initiating timely interventions to prevent tooth loss or damage.
- Reviewed patient health history and performed checkups to assess current issues.
- Worked closely with insurance providers to ensure maximum coverage for necessary treatments while minimizing out-of-pocket costs for patients.
- Diagnosed and treated infections, mouth ulcers, and other problems with oral mucosa.
- Actively contributed to the dental community through memberships in professional organizations and presenting at conferences.
- Defined and enforced dental office policies and procedures.
- Evaluated performance of all clinical staff to deliver constructive feedback and acknowledge strengths resulting in better working relationships and performance improvements.
- Mentored dental students during their clinical rotations, sharing expertise in various aspects of dentistry.
- Consulted with other dental professionals to deliver best patient care.
- Filled cavities using composite and amalgam materials.
- Recorded treatment information in patient charts.
- Checked teeth for signs of decay by assessing visually, manually and via radiography to recommend treatment options such as fillings and sealants.
Dentist
Century Hospital
06.2015 - 01.2020
- Extracted teeth,scaling and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Provided preventive care with regular checkups, educating patients on proper oral hygiene habits.
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and sanitary environment for both staff and patients.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing thorough dental examinations and personalized treatment plans.
- Managed dental emergencies promptly, addressing acute pain and preventing further complications.
- Collaborated with a team of dental professionals to develop interdisciplinary treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Communicated one-on-one with patients during consultative appointments to explain treatment plan and educate on upcoming procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Dental Surgery - Mahatma Gandhi University
Al-Azhar Dental College
Thodupuzha05-2015
Secondary School of Education - Science
Cherupuspa Bethany Senior Secondary School
Chunakkara05-2010
Skills
- Treatment Planning
- Diagnosis skills
- General restorative dentistry
- Restorative dentistry
- Patient management
- Filling caries
- X-ray review
- Patient care
- Tooth repair
- Emergency care
- Surgical extractions
- Preventive care
- Practice management
Intenship
· Internship in Al-Azhar Dental college-31/03/2014 to 11/05/2015
· Have attended various IDA and other dental camps and dental awareness programme
· Have been a part of various health education programs and attended camps conducted for diagnosis as well as treatments at orphaneges ,old age homes and clubs
· Keenly worked various RCT-anterior teeth ,Composites ,Restorative fillings,extractions ,removable partial dentures ,complete dentures,fixed partial dentures,pedodontic procedurs such as pulpectomy,Orthodontic treatments such as removable retainers and appliance .Supra and Subgingival Scaling ,root planning.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Malayalam
Full Professional
Hindi
Elementary
Tamil
Elementary
Timeline
Dentist
Modern Dental Clinic
10.2022 - Current
Dentist
Family Dental Clinic
01.2020 - 10.2022
Dentist
Century Hospital
06.2015 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Dental Surgery - Mahatma Gandhi University
Al-Azhar Dental College
Secondary School of Education - Science
Cherupuspa Bethany Senior Secondary School
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