Akanksha D Cambala
Montreal,QC
Summary
Dedicated and results-oriented professional with a strong acumen towards clinical expertise and academic proficiency. Deeply committed to staying abreast of the latest advancements in dental technology and techniques ensuring that patients receive the highest quality of care. A strong commitment to lifelong learning in collaborative environments and enjoy working alongside fellow clinicians, researchers, and educators to explore new avenues of dentistry.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant | Invisalign Treatment Coordinator
Les Dentistes de la Place Vertu
09.2022 - Current
- Adept in iTero imagine techniques for restorative dentistry and Invisalign/Vivera
- served as a liason between dentist and the patient to develop comprehensive treatment plans according to patient preferences and budget
- Utilizing consultative selling techniques to drive patient acceptance for Invisalign and general dentistry treatments
- Assisting dentists in the integration of treatments within the practice optimizing workflow efficiency
- Conducting orthodontic case assessment along with record taking, aligner management and progress tracking with the dentist to create effective Invisalign treatment plans
- Proficient with the Maxident software and navigating conversations with Dental Insurance companies to facilitate patient follow ups
- Proficient with Engage B software to track recall performance metrics.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
McGill University Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Facilitated students' development of introductory preclinical skills necessary for the practice of dentistry, fostering a culture of professionalism and patient-centered care
- Collaborated with fellow educators and administrators to design and implement effective educational programs.
Graduate Student Researcher
McGill University Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Master's candidate, MSc
- Dental Sciences Thesis-'The Effects of Cerebral Palsy on Orofacial Musculoskeletal Structure and Function- A Scoping Review'
- Proficient in understanding orofacial biomechanics and evaluating orofacial physiology using quantitative assessment methods
- Performed data collection and analysis followed by Quality appraisal
- Reviewed literature and collected quantitative data from multidisciplinary healthcare disciplines for knowledge synthesis
- Composed the final report in a thesis manuscript and currently working towards publishing the project.
Collaborative Research Project Assistant
McGill University Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Quantitative pilot study on assessing orofacial structures and functions in singers vs non-singers"
- Utilized MOCAP (Motion Capture) techniques like Electromyography (EMG) analysis using electrodes, Jaw kinematics using facial reflective markers to Compute preliminary data alongside setting up MOCAP cameras for the study
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team of dentists, engineers and musicians to develop project protocol.
Associate Dentist | Dental Clinic Coordinator
The Smile Center Dental Clinic
12.2018 - 08.2020
- Performed Comprehensive Dentistry, diagnosis and patient education ensuring 100% patient satisfaction
- Proficient in analyzing Radio-visuography (RVG) and CBCT imagining techniques
- Designed and created marketing material for the internal, as well as external, dental camps and conferences
- Administered and managed clinical resources.
Student Intern
Saveetha Dental College and Hospital
08.2017 - 12.2018
- Performed full spectrum dental care in Oral Medicine, Prosthodontics, Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Orthodontics, Periodontics, Oral Surgery, Pediatric Dentistry, Public Health Dentistry
- 5 surgical implant placements and recall for prosthesis (conducted with CBCT planning and diagnosis).
Education
Master's in Dental Sciences (MSc. Thesis) -
McGill University
Montreal, Canada08.2022
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (B.D.S) -
Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS)
Chennai, India11.2018
Skills
Dental Practice Management:
- Treatment advocate-Invisalign and financial discussions
- Consumer Relationship Management and Marketing
Clinical Dentistry:
- Itero imaging for restorative dentistry and orthodontics
- Orthodontic Assessments and taking dental records
- Radiographic Analysis
- Full spectrum dental diagnosis and treatment planning
Research and Laboratory:
- Strategic Data Analysis
- Identifying Knowledge Gaps
- Research and Grant writing
Software
- R Analysis, Word, Excel, Endnote
- Engage B, Maxident
- RVG, CBCT
Awards
- Faculty of Dentistry Internal Studentships Award, McGill University, 2021,
- McGill Graduate Excellence Award, McGill University, 2021
- Best Clinician Award, SIMATS, 2016,
- Distinction in Dental Courses, SIMATS, General Surgery, General Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral and maxillofacial Surgery and Dental Practice Management.
Accomplishments
1. Cambala, Akanksha D., Radhika Arjun Kumar, and Thamaraiselvan Murugan. "Comparative study on the severity of periodontal destruction in chronic periodontitis patients with habits of smoking tobacco versus chewing smokeless tobacco." CAL 4.1.1 (2019): 4-2.
2 .Cambala, Akanksha D., R. V. Geetha, and Thamaraiselvan Murugan. "Antibacterial activity of different endodontic sealers: An in vitro evaluation." Drug Invention Today 11.1 (2019).
3. Cambala, Akanksha Devendra, and Priyalochana Gajendran. "Role of Interleukin 1 in Gingival Tissues in Chronic Periodontitis-A Review." Research Journal of Pharmacy and Technology 10.9 (2017): 3185-3187.
Leadership Experience
- VP- Social of McGill Dentistry Graduate Student Society (MDGSS), McGill University, 09/2021,
- Class of 2019- “Nexus” Batch, Representative, SIMATS, 06/2013
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Hindi
Professional Working
Tamil
Professional Working
Telugu
Limited Working
Timeline
Dental Assistant | Invisalign Treatment Coordinator
Les Dentistes de la Place Vertu
09.2022 - Current
Graduate Teaching Assistant
McGill University Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences
09.2022 - 02.2023
Collaborative Research Project Assistant
McGill University Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences
01.2022 - 03.2022
Graduate Student Researcher
McGill University Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences
09.2020 - 09.2022
Associate Dentist | Dental Clinic Coordinator
The Smile Center Dental Clinic
12.2018 - 08.2020
Student Intern
Saveetha Dental College and Hospital
08.2017 - 12.2018
Master's in Dental Sciences (MSc. Thesis) -
McGill University
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (B.D.S) -
Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS)
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