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Vasudha Kumar

New York

Summary

I am a dedicated dental student with a strong passion for dentistry, seeking an associate dentist position. Through an elective program at NYU Brooklyn Patient Care, I gained valuable experience providing patient care in a private-practice setting, which helped me build confidence in treating patients and working efficiently. Recognized for my exceptional bedside manner, strong interpersonal skills, and ability to foster a supportive and productive team environment, I am committed to delivering high-quality care and creating positive patient experiences.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Student Dentist

NYU Dentistry Brooklyn Patient Care
06.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with a multidisciplinary dental team, including dental assistants, hygienists, and dentists, to deliver patient care in a private practice setting, managing appointments typically within 60-minute slots.
  • Conducted comprehensive patient consultations to develop and implement personalized treatment plans.
  • Performed restorative dentistry using a quadrant-style approach, including fillings, crowns, and bridges.
  • Executed complete and partial denture procedures with attention to functionality and aesthetics.
  • Performed root canal therapy to preserve natural teeth and alleviate patient discomfort.
  • Conducted tooth extractions with a focus on patient comfort and post-operative care.

Student Dentist

NYU College of Dentistry
07.2024 - Current

- Collaborated with dental faculty to formulate and phase comprehensive dental treatment plans in accordance with patient's medical and dental health taking into account patient's wishes.

- Developed strong relationships with patients through empathetic communication, fostering trust in the dentist-patient relationship and educating patient's about dental procedures and oral health.

- Assessed and managed patient's gingival and periodontal health via prophylaxis and scaling and root planing procedures.

- Diagnosed and treated caries through performing restorative procedures (i.e: fillings, crowns) to restore form, function and esthetics.

- Collaborated with a dental lab to design and fabricate removable partial dentures and complete dentures to treat edentulous patients.

- Managed dental pain and emergencies via careful diagnosis and performing the appropriate treatment (i.e: pulpotomy, pulpectomy, extraction).

Education

Doctor of Dental Surgery - Dr. DeBartolo And Associates

NYU College of Dentistry
New York, NY
05-2025

Bachelor of Arts - Biological Sciences

Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ
05-2020

Skills

  • Endodontic treatments
  • Oral surgery procedures
  • Restorative dentistry techniques
  • Nitrous oxide Administration
  • Emergency dental care
  • Oral pathology
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Patient consultation, education and communication
  • Dental diagnosis and treatment planning
  • Planmeca Scanning
  • CEREC CAD-CAM
  • Special needs patient handling
  • Pediatric dentistry proficiency

Languages

Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual

Publications

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Timeline

Student Dentist

NYU College of Dentistry
07.2024 - Current

Student Dentist

NYU Dentistry Brooklyn Patient Care
06.2024 - Current

Doctor of Dental Surgery - Dr. DeBartolo And Associates

NYU College of Dentistry

Bachelor of Arts - Biological Sciences

Rutgers University
Vasudha Kumar