DR. SUNITA DHAKA

Periodontist with comprehensive expertise in surgical and non-surgical periodontal therapy, implant placement, and regenerative procedures. Dedicated clinician-leader with a strong background in research, teaching, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Chief Resident – Graduate Periodontology Program
University of Alberta | 2024–2026

• Coordinated resident schedules and clinical coverage
• Liaised between faculty and residents
• Led case discussions and academic rounds

Resident Clinical Instructor – Periodontics
University of Alberta | 2024-2025

• Supervised undergraduate clinical periodontal therapy
• Participated in student assessment and competency evaluation

ADAT course Co-founder and Instructor – Biostatistics
JADE Courses, Canada | 2023-2026

• Delivered structured instruction in biostatistics and research methodology for international dentists preparing for the ADAT
• Simplified statistical concepts including study design, hypothesis testing, regression analysis, and evidence appraisal
• Developed customized study materials and mock examinations
• Mentored international dental graduates on application strategies and provided guidance on university interview preparation

Postgraduate Teaching Assistant – Periodontics
Gujarat University, Ahmedabad, India | 2013–2016

• Delivered didactic instruction to undergraduate dental students in periodontology
• Supervised clinical rotations and provided chairside guidance in periodontal procedures
• Evaluated student clinical performance and provided formative feedback

Graduate Research Day Presentation Competition
Service-Related Predictors of Initiation of Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy
University of Alberta
May 2025

3rd Prize Award 

Service-Related Predictors of Initiation of Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy: A Retrospective Chart Review Study
Poster Presentation, Day of Dentistry
University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB
March 2024; March 2025

Scouting Beyond Indian Horizon: A Roadmap after BDS & MDS
International Webinar Presenter
Narsinhbhai Patel Dental College & Hospital,
June 14, 2022

Semilunar Flap Multiple Root Coverage Procedure
Paper Presentation – Perio-Xplore 2015
Zydus Hospital
2015
First Prize Award

Dental Hypersensitivity
Poster Presentation
Ahmedabad Dental College
2015
First Prize Award

Shouts and Whispers Unraveled: Endo-Perio Inter-relationship
Scientific Paper Presentation
14th Indian Society of Periodontology National PG Convention
Mumbai, Maharashtra
2015

The Mucosal Analogy: Implant vs. Tooth
Scientific Poster Presentation
39th Indian Society of Periodontology National Conference
Jaipur, Rajasthan
2014

LASER Therapy in Periodontics
Scientific Paper Presentation
All Gujarat Periodontal Meet
Visnagar Dental College
2013

• Management of Multiple Gingival Recessions by Bridge Flap Technique: A Case Report in The Journal of Contemporary Dental Sciences(JCDS) 2016;4(4): 39-43
• Platelet Rich Fibrin Membrane For Root Recession Coverage in Bhavnagar University's Journal Of Dentistry.(BUJOD) 2016;6(1) : 60-62
• Instant Dentin Hypersensitivity Relief with a Single Topical Application of an In-Office 8% Arginine Containing Desensitizing Paste in Journal of Ahmedabad Dental College and Hospital; Vol 7 issue 1. 2016
• Peri-implantitis Vs Periodontitis: An Implied Metaphor in Journal of Ahmedabad Dental College and Hospital; 2015, Vol 6 Issue 1- August 2015. P 06.
• Stem Cells: An Arrow in the Quiver. Does It Lead To Bull's Eye? In Journal of Ahmedabad Dental College and Hospital; 2014, Vol 5 Issue 2- sep2014, p42.

• Service-related predictors of initiation of non surgical periodontal therapy: A retrospective chart review.( In Progress) 2023-2026
• Thesis research: Immediate Implants with or without guided bone regeneration- A clinical appraisal. 2013-2016
• Library dissertation: guided bone regeneration. 2013-2016

• Implantology Privilege awarded by Department of Health, Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.
• Department of Health, Abu Dhabi Licensed Specialist Periodontist GD23528
• Gujarat Dental Council, India - Licensed Periodontist. A-4039

• Member of Canadian Academy of Periodontology (CAP)
• Member of American Academy of Periodontology (AAP)
• Member of Indian Society of Periodontists
• Member of Indian Dental Association