Dental Resumes

A position in dental does not just call upon clinical credentials but also interpersonal skills capable of establishing a good patient rapport and creating a comfortable secure environment. A good resume will show this by demonstrating how you have contributed to the client base and reputation of dental clinics you have worked.

Dentistry undergoes change alongside technology so it’s imperative that you display a good understanding and affiliation with change in techniques, procedures and equipment. A willingness to change with the times will show that you are able to progress with the growing and diversifying needs of patients and trends.

Dentistry is broad and expanding so you must fully outline the specific skills and experience that you have in dentistry. This should be re-affirmed in your career history.

Sample Dental Resumes

David Doan	Resume

DATE OF BIRTH / AGE:	10 November 1986 / Age 29
ADDRESS:	12 Lunch Avenue, Abbotsford 3067
CONTACT NUMBER:	Home: +61 3 7000 444 Work: +61 3 2222 8888
E-MAIL ADDRESS:	.Doan@someemail.com
NATIONALITY:	Australian
EDUCATION:	The University Of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia (February 1997- November 2001), Bachelor of Dental Science
AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS:	Recognized by the Dental Practice Board of Victoria Member of the Dental Hygiene Association of Australian
OTHER LANGUAGES:	Vietnamese
SKILLS & TRAINING:	Clinical Experience: Teeth Cleaning, Gum Massage, Periodontal scaling, Rotary fillings, Fixed/removable prosthodontics, Dental health screenings Experience with a diverse range of patients of age and socio-economic background Oral hygiene Education and promotion
CAREER HISTORY
July 2005 – Current	*Dental Health Care Associates* Dental Hygienist Clinical experience involved: Teeth cleaning, gum massage, periodontal scaling, rotary fillings, fixed/removable prosthodontics Monitor radiographs. Administer Novocain
March 2002 – July 2005	*Inner East Community Health Service* Dental Therapist Cared for the dental needs of Children Clinical experience involved: Teeth and gum cleaning, fillings Provided free oral health screenings Made the young patients feel safe and secure in often their first dental environment Provided health promotion and education to schools in a mobile dental van
INTERESTS / ACTIVITIES:	I enjoy watching all sports and play racquet sports tennis, squash and badminton. I’m an avid Carlton fan and will watch every one of their games. I like to spend time with my wife, son and friends at the park on weekends when we can or at a BBQ.
REFERENCES:	References on request