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Asma Ashraf

Asma Ashraf

Muharraq,Bahrain

Summary

Licensed Dentist with a holistic approach to Oral Health, delivering personalized care and effective treatment solutions. Strong communication skills combined with extensive clinical experience ensure excellence in diagnosis and patient outcomes. Committed to continuous learning and implementation of the latest advancements in Integrative Dental care. Versatile professional with additional expertise in writing, education, and management.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
6056
6056
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Dentist

British Dental Center
Saar
12.2024 - Current
  • Performed dental procedures including Composite Build-Ups, Composite veneers, extractions and root canal on average of 1 to 5 patients per day.
  • Implemented preventative measures against tooth decay such as Pit and fissure sealant application, Preventative Resin Restoration and educating patients about oral health care.
  • Increased patient satisfaction levels by using modern techniques and equipment such as Itero Scanner, CBCT, Guided Biofilm Therapy.
  • Devised comprehensive treatment plans to address Dental problems and managed appointments efficiently to avoid delays.

General Dentist

Al Hamad Dental Center
Manama
01.2021 - 08.2024
  • Performed complex dental procedures for diverse clientele of average 4 to 6 patients per day, including fillings, extractions, root canals, crowns, bridges, veneers, fixed retainer placements among others.
  • Improved patient smile aesthetics with high quality Composite veneers and smile design techniques.
  • Developed and implemented result-oriented holistic solutions for patients based on diagnosis.
  • Planned integrated treatment plans with specialists for complex patient cases.
  • Updated knowledge in Dentistry through participation in professional development courses and conferences abroad and locally.

General Dentist

Linnas Medical Center
Manama
05.2018 - 12.2020
  • Improved practice reputation through increasing successful diagnosis and implementing effective treatment plans to average of 7 to 9 patients per day.
  • Capably performed varied dental procedures including extractions, pulpotomy, root canals, cavity fillings, crowns and partial dentures.
  • Accurately recorded patient history, examination findings and treatment options/plans with photographs if needed, for detailed reference.
  • Conducted dental camps in schools and live programs on social media to educate on dental health and diseases and boost marketing for center.

General Dentist

Dr. Mariam A. Karim Specialist Dental Center
Muharraq
08.2016 - 03.2018
  • Documented and performed extractions, cavity fillings, scaling, LBR, laser gingivectomy and whitening, daily. Provided specific post operative instructions for best results.
  • Communicated effectively with patients during consultation to educate them and explained their condition to provide optimum treatment options that best suit them.
  • Managed patient referrals for specialist consultations when necessary.
  • Lectured on various dental topics as part of the Continuous Medical Education.

Dental Hygienist

Dental Specialist Center
Muharraq
01.2015 - 07.2016
  • Performed oral prophylaxis, scaling & polishing and in-office whitening procedures.
  • Applied dental sealants and MI paste plus to protect patients' teeth from decay.
  • Interpreted patients' dental radiographs.
  • Took photographs and impressions for patients initiating orthodontic treatment.
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene, diet and healthy lifestyle habits.
  • Assisted Specialists in Orthodontics, Endodontics, Oral Surgery and Implant Procedures.

General Dentist

New Dental Clinic
Dhaka
05.2014 - 12.2014
  • Carried out simple dental procedures including root canals, cavity fillings, extractions, under supervision, while also screening for oral lesions and cancers.

Dental Intern

Dhaka Dental College & Hospital
Dhaka
04.2013 - 04.2014
  • Efficiently completed required number of clinical dental procedures per department over course of 12 months with detailed patient records.
  • Interviewed patients, reviewed medical history and performed extensive check-ups to diagnose oral diseases, plan and perform treatments.

Education

Membership In General Dental Surgery (MGDS) -

Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
Dublin, Ireland

Membership Of The Faculty Of Dentistry (MFD) -

Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
Dublin, Ireland

Bachelor Of Dental Surgery (BDS) -

University Dental College And Hospital
Dhaka, Bangladesh

Skills

  • Emergency Dental Care (Tooth pain, trauma management)
  • Minimally Invasive Biomimetic dentistry (Composite fillings, Composite and Ceramic Veneers)
  • Endodontics (Direct pulp capping, Root canal treatment, post/core)
  • Oral Surgery (Extractions-moderate & difficult)
  • Prosthodontics (crowns, bridges, dentures)
  • Periodontics (Scaling, Root planing, Perio splint, Gingivectomy)
  • Pediatric Dentistry (fillings, pulpotomy, extractions, space maintainers)
  • Orthodontics and Oral Pathology Knowledge
  • Soft Tissue Laser Dentistry
  • Functional Dentistry diagnoses
  • Treatment Planning
  • Dental Practice Management (Administration, Finances, Patient Communication)
  • Professional Writing, Research and Learning

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Certification

  • The Patient Journey Course, UK (2025)
  • Direct Composite Veneers: The Art of creating Smiles, Portugal (2022)
  • Master Clear Aligners Program, Mastery Academy (2021)
  • Certificate in Minimal Invasive Dentistry, BDA (2018)
  • Laser in Dentistry, Biolase | Mac Digital Dental Systems, Dubai (2016)
  • Discovering Personality by Jordan B Peterson, Jordan B Peterson Lab (2022)

Languages

Bengali
Native language
English
Fluent
Arabic
Elementary
Urdu
Advanced
Hindi
Advanced

Affiliations

  • Registered Dental Practitioner of Bahrain. NHRA License No.: 11010388
  • Registered Dental Practitioner of Bangladesh. Bangladesh Medical and Dental Council (BMDC) Registration No.: 5931 (till 2019)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

General Dentist

British Dental Center
12.2024 - Current

General Dentist

Al Hamad Dental Center
01.2021 - 08.2024

General Dentist

Linnas Medical Center
05.2018 - 12.2020

General Dentist

Dr. Mariam A. Karim Specialist Dental Center
08.2016 - 03.2018

Dental Hygienist

Dental Specialist Center
01.2015 - 07.2016

General Dentist

New Dental Clinic
05.2014 - 12.2014

Dental Intern

Dhaka Dental College & Hospital
04.2013 - 04.2014

Membership In General Dental Surgery (MGDS) -

Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland

Membership Of The Faculty Of Dentistry (MFD) -

Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland

Bachelor Of Dental Surgery (BDS) -

University Dental College And Hospital
Asma Ashraf