Sowmya Upadyayula
McKinney,TX
Summary
Dental Assistant with proven ability to foster strong relationships with patients and team members. Expertise in patient care and education enhances oral health outcomes. Committed to practice growth and stability, leveraging experience as a dentist from India.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Smile Magic Dental
McKinney, Texas
07.2025 - 12.2025
- Maintained organized and sanitary office environment to enhance overall efficiency.
- Captured bitewing, periapical, panoramic, and occlusal X-rays for dentist evaluation.
- Documented patients' medical and dental histories, including vital signs.
- Assisted during procedures by passing instruments and managing suction.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies during all procedures.
- Monitored patients during treatment to ease anxiety and provide reassurance.
- Cultivated loyal patient base through empathetic service and clear communication.
- Instructed patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care guidelines.
Part Time Dentist
Sumedha Dent-o-Care
Hyderabad, India
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Streamlined patient flow and scheduled appointments to enhance operational efficiency.
- Conducted root canals, extractions, fillings, crowns, and restorative procedures.
- Delivered emergency care for toothaches and broken teeth, ensuring prompt relief.
- Performed thorough patient examinations, charted dental histories, and developed treatment plans.
- Took x-rays to identify decay and other oral abnormalities for accurate diagnoses.
Associate General Dentist
GA Dental Clinic
Banjara Hills, Hyderabad
03.2019 - 08.2019
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and preventive care techniques.
- Conducted fillings, extractions, and root canals with precision.
- Effectively communicated with patients to address concerns and provide support.
- Collaborated with specialists for referrals to advanced care.
Education
Bachelor of Dental Surgery - Dentistry
Government Dental College
Vijayawada09-2018
Skills
- Infection control expertise
- Dentrix proficiency
- Continuing education commitment
- Infection control
- Exam room setups
- Digital radiography proficiency
- Detail-oriented mindset
- Professionalism and etiquette
- 4 hand Chairside assistance
Certification
Registered Dental Assistant - TSBDE - 2025
Affiliations
DCDS Foundation Meals on Wheels Volunteer -2025
Dental Conferences and Meets
- Yankee Dental Congress - Boston - 2026
- Greater New York Dental Meet - Newyork - 2025
- Smilecon - Washington, DC - 2025
- Lonestar Dental Conference - Austin, TX - 2025
Dental Memberships
- Texas Academy of General Dentistry - Member Since 2025
- American Student Dental Association - Member since 2025
Continuing Education and Hands on Workshops
- Pre- Doc Observership for Internationally Trained Dentists - UT Health San Antonio Dental School- 2026
- Endodontic Management of the Open Apex in Permanent Dentition - Smilecon 2025
- The smooth Operator : Advanced Periodontal Instrumentation & Ultrasonics - Smilecon 2025
- Anatomically Driven Endodontics : a Hands-on workshop - Greater Newyork Dental Meet 2025
- Botox and Facial Fillers : A clinical Workshop and Demonstration - Greater Newyork Dental Meet 2025
- Mastering the Extraoral Imaging Techniques: Didactic and Hands-On - UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry - 2025
- Smile Design Secrets : Simplifying the Porcelain Veneer Process while still Achieving Optimal Function and Esthetics - Lonestar Dental Conference - 2025
- From "Everyday" to Extraordinary: Level-up your Composite skills - Lonestar Dental Conference - 2025
- Why Beautiful Cases Fail : Understanding the Role of OSA. the TMJ and Occlusion in the Comprehensive Treatment Planning - Lonestar Dental Conference - 2025
- ( Total CE ) including online webinars from schools
Interests
- Pilates
- Dancing
- Cooking
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Smile Magic Dental
07.2025 - 12.2025
Part Time Dentist
Sumedha Dent-o-Care
06.2020 - 12.2020
Associate General Dentist
GA Dental Clinic
03.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Dental Surgery - Dentistry
Government Dental College