Aleen Derbarsegian
Glendale
Summary
Motivated pre-dental Biological Sciences student at UC Santa Barbara with a 3.7 GPA, Dean's List recognition, and hands-on exposure to dental care through assisting, periodontal shadowing, and international service work. Interested in dental research, oral health disparities, and learning how lab-based research connects to clinical dentistry and patient care.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Johnson Family Dental Care
Santa Barbara, CA
09.2025 - 01.2026
- Assisted in preparing treatment rooms and sterilizing instruments to ensure patient safety.
- Supported dentists during procedures by providing necessary tools and materials promptly.
- Instructed patients on post-treatment care and oral hygiene practices to enhance recovery.
- Managed appointment scheduling and patient records using dental practice management software.
Shadowing
Dr. Soma Esmailian Lari
Tujunga, CA
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Observed periodontal consultations, patient evaluations, and treatment planning for gum disease and other oral health concerns.
- Learned about the role of periodontics in diagnosing and managing periodontal disease, bone loss, gum recession, and implant-related care.
- Gained exposure to patient communication, including how providers explain diagnoses, treatment options, and oral hygiene recommendations.
- Observed clinical procedures such as periodontal charting, cleanings/scaling, implant consultations, and follow-up appointments.
Dental Service Volunteer
Yerevan State Medical University
Yerevan, Armenia
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Supported children receiving dental care in clinics serving war-affected communities.
- Helped facilitate clinic visits and observed the delivery of dental care in underserved settings.
- Gained exposure to barriers in oral healthcare access and the importance of compassionate, community-based dental care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA06.2027
Skills
- Equipment sterilization
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Laboratory operations
- Lab equipment operation
- Problem-solving
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider — CPR and AED
Languages
English
Full Professional
Armenian
Full Professional
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Johnson Family Dental Care
09.2025 - 01.2026
Dental Service Volunteer
Yerevan State Medical University
07.2025 - 07.2025
Shadowing
Dr. Soma Esmailian Lari
06.2025 - 09.2025
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of California, Santa Barbara