Gagandeep Gill
Calgary,Alberta
Summary
Adept at enhancing patient oral health at Canyon Dental Centre, I leveraged advanced ultrasonic scaling and radiographic interpretation to improve treatment outcomes. Specializing in periodontal assessment and patient education, my proactive approach and continuous learning in dental hygiene methods significantly contributed to patient satisfaction and dental health.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Canyon Dental Centre
Calgary, Alberta
05.2023 - Current
- Guided Biofilm Therapy Certified.
- Took medical and dental history and recorded vital signs of patients.
- Removed deposits from teeth by scaling and root planning by hand or using ultrasonic instruments.
- Cared for patients using advanced tooth cleaning methods.
- Customized dental prophylactic treatment to meet individual patient's needs.
- Applied cavity-preventing agents, like fluoride, and sealants, SDF to protect patients' teeth from decay.
- Conducted dental cleanings and checked teeth for cracked fillings.
- Monitored patient progress during office visits and reported any changes in oral health to dentist.
- Educated patients about proper oral health care, including diet, brushing, flossing, and the use of fluoride.
- Monitored patients for pain and administered topical anesthetic to numb sensitive areas.
- Took dental images and X-rays to identify areas of concern and presented to dentists for review.
- Studied new and advanced dental hygiene methods and technology by completing continuing education coursework.
- Utilized digital scanning technology to create 3D images of patient's teeth.
Intern Dentist
Guru Nanak Dev Dental College & Research Institute
Sunam , Punjab
07.2016 - 08.2017
- Oral Medicine & Radiology: Diagnosed oral diseases, interpreted radiographs, and assisted in patient management.
- Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery: Assisted in minor surgical procedures, simple extractions, suturing, and managing trauma cases.
- Periodontology: Performed oral prophylaxis, deep scaling, root planning, and patient education on gum diseases.
- Prosthodontics: Fabricated complete and partial dentures, assisted in crown and bridge work, and took impressions.
- Endodontics & Conservative Dentistry: Performed restorative procedures, basic endodontic treatments, and cavity fillings.
- Orthodontics: Assisted in fixed and removable orthodontic appliance treatments and patient follow-ups.
- Pediatric Dentistry: Provided fluoride applications, pit and fissure sealants, and managed child patients with behavioral techniques.
- Community Dentistry: Conducted school dental health programs, oral health awareness campaigns, and participated in rural health camps.
- Maintained accurate patient records, wrote prescriptions, and educated patients on preventive oral healthcare.
- Proficiency in diagnostic and treatment procedures.
- Strong patient management and communication skills.
- Hands-on experience with dental radiology and impressions.
- Basic knowledge of dental emergencies and trauma management.
- Ability to work efficiently in a team and independently.
- Research and case study documentation.
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Emergency Management.
- Participation in Continuing Dental Education (CDE) programs.
Education
Diploma Program in Dental Hygiene - Dentistry
Vancouver College of Dental Hygiene Inc.
New Westminster, BC02-2023
Health And Human Services Management -
Bow Valley College
Calgary, None08-2018
Bachelor of Dental Surgery - Dentistry
Guru Nanak Dev Dental College & Research Institute
Sunam, Punjab, India06-2017
Skills
- Anesthetic administration
- Radiographic interpretation
- Periodontal assessment
- Digital radiographs
- Dental disease management
- Ultrasonic scaling
- Dental charting
- Nutrition counseling
- Dental prophylaxis
- Intraoral imaging
- Periodontal treatment
- Root planing
- Oral cancer screening
- Fluoride treatment
Certification
- Registered Dental Hygienist with Alberta College of Dental Hygiene
- Canadian Dental Hygiene Association Member
- Basic life support provider certificate from Heart and Stroke training
- Certificate for Continuing Professional Development in Guided Biofilm Therapy.
- Alberta Health Services General Hospital Volunteer Certificate
- Best Overall Table Clinic Award
- Certificate of Appreciation VCDH
Languages
English
Full Professional
Punjabi
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Completed Diploma program in Dental Hygiene with High Honors
- Best Overall Table Clinic VCDH
Affiliations
- Yoga
- Meditation
Confrences/CE courses
- PDC 2024
- Elite practice CE courses
- need a list of CE courses?
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Canyon Dental Centre
05.2023 - Current
Intern Dentist
Guru Nanak Dev Dental College & Research Institute
07.2016 - 08.2017
- Registered Dental Hygienist with Alberta College of Dental Hygiene
- Canadian Dental Hygiene Association Member
- Basic life support provider certificate from Heart and Stroke training
- Certificate for Continuing Professional Development in Guided Biofilm Therapy.
- Alberta Health Services General Hospital Volunteer Certificate
- Best Overall Table Clinic Award
- Certificate of Appreciation VCDH
Diploma Program in Dental Hygiene - Dentistry
Vancouver College of Dental Hygiene Inc.
Health And Human Services Management -
Bow Valley College
Bachelor of Dental Surgery - Dentistry
Guru Nanak Dev Dental College & Research Institute
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