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Shalini Rajapandy

Edmonton

Summary

Experienced Associate Dentist specializing in oral surgery and prosthodontics, recognized for precision in complex restorative treatments. Strong skills in treatment planning and patient communication, fostering collaborative efforts for optimal patient care. Committed to maintaining high standards in fast-paced clinical settings while enhancing patient comfort and oral health.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate dentist

SR dental clinic
Chennai
11.2015 - 09.2016
  • Meeting with patients to discuss and treat dental concerns, performing regular cleanings and other preventative procedures, and establishing a plan for better dental hygiene
  • Performed oral prophylaxis, Restorations and Extractions, Assisted in implant surgeries

Lecturer and Tutor

SRM Dental College
Rama Puram
05.2010 - 07.2013
  • Company Overview: Department of Prosthodontics
  • Obtained relevant information from patients to provide an effective treatment plan
  • As a clinical instructor, I oversaw clinical student-to-patient relationships to ensure optimal care and chair-side manners
  • Instructed and taught post denture care to preclinical students
  • Designed the lecture schedule of the course by collaborating with other senior colleagues
  • Preclinical Lab: Supervised and critiqued second year students’ dental models and plaster work to strengthen their technique and fundamental skills
  • Student Counselor: Monitored progress of dental students and met with them monthly to discuss any issues they’re facing, both in school and outside of school
  • Tracked progress and attendance of each student through monthly reports
  • Managed clinic and provided complimentary procedures and treatments for walk-in patients at the Sunday Clinic Program
  • Department of Prosthodontics

Associate dentist

Dr Mohana Valli Dental clinic
Chennai
12.2009 - 08.2010
  • Assisted in implant and extraction procedures
  • Performed scaling and restorative treatments
  • Managed clinic in the absence of the dentist

Education

Posterior crown lengthening

University of Alberta continuing dental education
03.2025

Doctor of Dental Surgery -

University of Alberta
Edmonton
01.2025

Biolase-diode soft tissue laser

World clinical laser institute
12.2024

Odontognathic System in a Nutshell

SRM Dental College
Chennai, India
07.2012

Managing Impressions in Clinical Practice

Sri Ramachandra Dental College
India
01.2011

Indian Society for Dental Research National conference

Chettinad Dental College
India
01.2011

Dentistry 2010, Karnataka state conference

Bangalore, India
07.2010

Indian National Dental Conference

Chennai, India
02.2010

Bachelor of Dental Surgery -

Meenakshi Ammal Dental College
Chennai, India
01.2009

Skills

  • Oral surgery
  • Patient management
  • Restorative dentistry
  • Anesthetic administration
  • Prosthodontic techniques
  • Case analysis

Continuing Education

  • Posterior crown lengthening, University of Alberta continuing dental education, 03/01/25
  • Biolase-diode soft tissue laser, World clinical laser institute diode training, 12/01/24
  • Dentin Hypersensitivity at home and in office management, 07/01/21
  • Sleep Medicine and TMJ Disorder, 07/01/21
  • How To Handle Highly Resorbed Ridges, 10/01/20
  • Odontognathic System in a Nutshell, SRM Dental College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 07/01/12
  • Managing Impressions in Clinical Practice, Sri Ramachandra Dental College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 01/01/11
  • Indian Society for Dental Research National conference, Chettinad Dental College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 01/01/11
  • Dentistry 2010, Karnataka state conference, Bangalore, Karnataka, 07/01/10
  • Indian National Dental Conference, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 02/01/10

Timeline

Associate dentist

SR dental clinic
11.2015 - 09.2016

Lecturer and Tutor

SRM Dental College
05.2010 - 07.2013

Associate dentist

Dr Mohana Valli Dental clinic
12.2009 - 08.2010

Posterior crown lengthening

University of Alberta continuing dental education

Doctor of Dental Surgery -

University of Alberta

Biolase-diode soft tissue laser

World clinical laser institute

Odontognathic System in a Nutshell

SRM Dental College

Managing Impressions in Clinical Practice

Sri Ramachandra Dental College

Indian Society for Dental Research National conference

Chettinad Dental College

Dentistry 2010, Karnataka state conference

Indian National Dental Conference

Bachelor of Dental Surgery -

Meenakshi Ammal Dental College
Shalini Rajapandy