KSHITIJA NATU
Los Angeles
Summary
General dentist with international training and U.S. clinical experience, currently completing a DDS program at UCLA. Experienced in comprehensive patient care including diagnosis, treatment planning, restorative dentistry, endodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics, and minor surgical procedures. Strong background in managing medically compromised patients, interdisciplinary coordination, and evidence-based clinical decision-making. Seeking an associate dentist position in a patient-centered general dental practice in the United States.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Preceptor
AEGD Department, UCLA School of Dentistry
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Gained exposure to advanced treatment planning for comprehensive and complex dental cases
- Observed and assisted residents in restorative dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, and management of medically compromised patients
- Developed familiarity with U.S. infection control standards, digital charting, dental insurance workflows, and laboratory communication
- Participated in seminars and case-based discussions emphasizing evidence-based dentistry and occlusion
Junior Dentist
Dr. Pradhan’s Dental Clinic
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Delivered comprehensive general dentistry care including comprehensive examinations, diagnosis, and treatment planning
- Performed direct and indirect restorations, non-surgical extractions, and minor surgical procedures such as alveoloplasty
- Provided endodontic treatment, scaling and root planing, periodontal maintenance, and preventive care
- Fabricated and managed removable prostheses including complete and partial dentures, relines, and repairs
- Took and interpreted intraoral radiographs and provided occlusal guard therapy
- Educated patients on oral hygiene, preventive strategies, and post-treatment care
Dental Intern (Mandatory Rotating Internship)
Manipal College of Dental Sciences
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Provided supervised comprehensive dental care across multiple specialties in a high-volume academic setting
- Conducted examinations, preventive care, restorations, and basic endodontic and periodontal procedures
- Collaborated with specialty departments to coordinate multidisciplinary treatment plans
- Developed strong clinical foundations in patient management, documentation, and ethical practice
Education
Doctor of Dental Surgery -
UCLA School of Dentistry
Los Angeles, CA01.2026
Bachelor of Dental Surgery - undefined
Manipal College of Dental Sciences
Manipal, India03.2022
Skills
- Comprehensive examinations and treatment planning
- Direct restorations (amalgam and composite)
- Non-surgical extractions and minor oral surgical procedures
- Root canal therapy
- Scaling and root planing and periodontal maintenance
- Complete and partial dentures, relines, and repairs
- Occlusal guards and preventive dentistry
- Digital radiography and clinical documentation
- Patient education and communication
Websites
Certification
- Registered General Dentist – Maharashtra State Dental Council, India
- American Dental Association (ADA) Member
COMMUNITY & OUTREACH EXPERIENCE
UCLA School of Dentistry, Participated in multiple community dental outreach and oral health screening programs through UCLA School of Dentistry, Involved in preventive care, patient education, and access-to-care initiatives
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Marathi
Native or Bilingual
Gujarati
Limited Working
Timeline
Clinical Preceptor
AEGD Department, UCLA School of Dentistry
01.2023 - 12.2023
Junior Dentist
Dr. Pradhan’s Dental Clinic
07.2022 - 12.2022
Dental Intern (Mandatory Rotating Internship)
Manipal College of Dental Sciences
03.2021 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Dental Surgery - undefined
Manipal College of Dental Sciences
Doctor of Dental Surgery -
UCLA School of Dentistry