ZURIEL NII LARTEH OLLENNU
Accra
Summary
Reliable and experienced Dentist provides exceptional dental care for diverse array of patients. Particularly attentive to needs and comfort of individuals during all dental procedures. Cultivates trusting interactions with clear communication of techniques and acknowledgment of unique patient conditions.
Knowledgeable professional specializing in delivery of health education initiatives and programs. Proficient at creating comprehensive lessons, providing detailed instruction and creating engaging activities. Brings knowledge of health and wellness topics and capacity to disseminate health information.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Dentist
Volta River Authority Health Services Limited
12.2022 - Current
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan (average of 15 patients per day).
- Advised patients on appropriate treatment for pain and gave specific home care instructions.
- Collaborated with health professionals of different fields to plan dental treatments.
- Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
- Communicated one-on-one with patients during consultative appointments to explain treatment plan and educate on upcoming procedures.
- Reviewed patient health history and performed checkups to assess current issues.
- Assessed patient needs and developed treatment plans for restorative work.
- Created individualized treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients.
- Supported patient comfort with calm demeanor and individualized pain management.
- Evaluated performance of all clinical staff to deliver constructive feedback and acknowledge strengths resulting in better working relationships and performance improvements.
- Administered care in emergency situations to treat tooth injuries.
- Diagnosed and treated infections, mouth ulcers, and other problems with oral mucosa.
- Conducted thorough patient examinations while screening for jaw and tongue cancers by inspecting teeth and soft oral tissues.
- Defined and enforced dental office policies and procedures.
- Removed wisdom teeth.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Alleviated infections with debriding and surgical procedures.
- Checked growth, development and maxillary changes for verification of typical developmental milestones for age group.
Associate Dentist
Marks Dental Clinic
12.2022 - Current
- Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan (average of 25 patients per day).
- Created individualized dental care plans for patients.
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
- Assessed patient needs and developed treatment plans for restorative work.
- Communicated one-on-one with patients during consultative appointments to explain treatment plan and educate on upcoming procedures.
- Created individualized treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients.
- Reviewed patient health history and performed checkups to assess current issues.
- Diagnosed and treated infections, mouth ulcers, and other problems with oral mucosa.
- Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
Associate Dentist
Laser glow Dental Clinic
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan (average of 8 patients per day).
- Created individualized dental care plans for patients.
- Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
- Administered care in emergency situations to treat tooth injuries.
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Assessed patient needs and developed treatment plans for restorative work.
- Communicated one-on-one with patients during consultative appointments to explain treatment plan and educate on upcoming procedures.
- Created individualized treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients.
- Reviewed patient health history and performed checkups to assess current issues.
- Diagnosed and treated infections, mouth ulcers, and other problems with oral mucosa.
- Supported patient comfort with calm demeanor and individualized pain management.
- Removed wisdom teeth.
Associate Dentist
The Bank Hospital
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Attending to dental health needs of Staff and staff dependents of Bank of Ghana, and patrons of ' The Bank Hospital'.
- Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan (average of 10 patients per day).
- Created individualized dental care plans for patients.
- Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
- Administered care in emergency situations to treat tooth injuries.
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Assessed patient needs and developed treatment plans for restorative work.
- Communicated one-on-one with patients during consultative appointments to explain treatment plan and educate on upcoming procedures.
- Created individualized treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients.
- Reviewed patient health history and performed checkups to assess current issues.
- Conducted thorough patient examinations while screening for jaw and tongue cancers by inspecting teeth and soft oral tissues.
- Diagnosed and treated infections, mouth ulcers, and other problems with oral mucosa.
- Supported patient comfort with calm demeanor and individualized pain management.
- Alleviated infections with debriding and surgical procedures.
- Checked growth, development and maxillary changes for verification of typical developmental milestones for age group.
- Surgically extracted wisdom teeth.
Associate Dentist
All Smile Dental Clinic
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan ( average of 5 patients per day).
- Created individualized dental care plans for patients.
- Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Communicated one-on-one with patients during consultative appointments to explain treatment plan and educate on upcoming procedures.
- Created individualized treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients.
- Reviewed patient health history and performed checkups to assess current issues.
- Conducted thorough patient examinations while screening for jaw and tongue cancers by inspecting teeth and soft oral tissues.
- Diagnosed and treated infections, mouth ulcers, and other problems with oral mucosa.
- Supported patient comfort with calm demeanor and individualized pain management.
- Assessed patient needs and developed treatment plans for restorative work.
Associate Dentist
Volta River Authority (VRA) Hospital
11.2021 - 12.2021
- Attending to dental health needs of staff of Volta River Authority, staff dependents and members of neighboring communities.
- Supervising duties of staff including Dental House Officers ( Intern Dentists).
- Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan (average of 25 patients per day).
- Supported patient comfort with calm demeanor and individualized pain management.
- Created individualized dental care plans for patients.
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
- Administered care in emergency situations to treat tooth injuries.
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Evaluated performance of all clinical staff to deliver constructive feedback and acknowledge strengths resulting in better working relationships and performance improvements.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Communicated one-on-one with patients during consultative appointments to explain treatment plan and educate on upcoming procedures.
- Advised patients on appropriate treatment for pain and gave specific home care instructions.
- Reviewed patient health history and performed checkups to assess current issues.
- Assessed patient needs and developed treatment plans for restorative work.
- Performed root canal procedures to treat nerve and dental pulp issues and prevent further damage to teeth and gums.
- Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Created individualized treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients.
- Conducted thorough patient examinations while screening for jaw and tongue cancers by inspecting teeth and soft oral tissues.
- Diagnosed and treated infections, mouth ulcers, and other problems with oral mucosa.
- Alleviated infections with debriding and surgical procedures.
- Diagnosed nerve and dental tissue damage by conducting careful examinations to determine need for root canal procedures.
- Removed wisdom teeth.
Intern Dentist ( Dental House Officer)
Volta River Authority Hospital
12.2020 - 10.2021
- Rotations in Oral Diagnosis, Restorative Dentistry, Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry and Maxillofacial Surgery.
- Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan (average of 15 patients per day).
- Developed and implemented treatment plans for patients based on diagnosis.
- Examined X-rays to detect abnormalities or abnormalities in oral cavity.
- Recorded treatment information in patient charts.
- Performed comprehensive oral exams for patients to diagnose and treat dental conditions.
- Consulted with other dental professionals to deliver best patient care.
- Protected patients from infectious diseases by using proper masking, gloves and safety glasses.
- Improved patients' oral health by educating on better brushing and flossing habits.
- Treated periodontal disease through scaling and root planning.
- Provided preventive care and guidance to promote good dental hygiene.
- Assessed patients' oral health for concerns such as infection pockets and gingivitis.
- Wrote prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications used to treat temporary or long-term dental issues.
- Adjusted dentures to deliver secure and comfortable fit.
- Took impressions for retainers and appliances.
- Correctly administered local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments and irrigation.
- Checked teeth for signs of decay by assessing visually, manually and via radiography to recommend treatment options such as fillings and sealants.
- Removed old fillings and replaced with more modern, tooth-colored alternatives.
- Referred patients to specialists such as orthodontists, endodontists and oral surgeons based on individual needs.
- Filled cavities using composite and amalgam materials.
- Performed root canal therapy to save teeth from extraction.
- Restored teeth by fabricating crowns, bridges and other restorations.
- Conducted routine oral cancer screenings.
- Directed staff handling patients' cleanings and support work for more advanced procedures.
Intern Dentist (Dental House Officer)
37 Military Hospital
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Rotations in Oral Diagnosis, Restorative Dentistry, Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry
- Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan (average of 15 patients per day).
- Developed and implemented treatment plans for patients based on diagnosis.
- Examined X-rays to detect abnormalities or abnormalities in oral cavity.
- Recorded treatment information in patient charts.
- Performed comprehensive oral exams for patients to diagnose and treat dental conditions.
- Consulted with other dental professionals to deliver best patient care.
- Checked teeth for signs of decay by assessing visually, manually and via radiography to recommend treatment options such as fillings and sealants.
- Protected patients from infectious diseases by using proper masking, gloves and safety glasses.
- Referred patients to specialists such as orthodontists, endodontists and oral surgeons based on individual needs.
- Treated periodontal disease through scaling and root planning.
- Improved patients' oral health by educating on better brushing and flossing habits.
- Provided preventive care and guidance to promote good dental hygiene.
- Wrote prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications used to treat temporary or long-term dental issues.
- Performed root canal therapy to save teeth from extraction.
- Removed old fillings and replaced with more modern, tooth-colored alternatives.
- Filled cavities using composite and amalgam materials.
- Took impressions for retainers and appliances.
- Adjusted dentures to deliver secure and comfortable fit.
- Correctly administered local anesthetic and adjunctive therapies such as fluoride treatments and irrigation.
Education
Masters of Public Health - Public Health
Ghana Institute of Management And Public Administration, Ghana Medical And Dental
Accra _ Ghana12.2022
Certificate in Leadership and Management in Health - Public Health
University of Washington
Washington, USA12.2021
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) - Dentistry
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology School of Medicine And Dentistry
Kumasi- Ghana07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
West African Senior, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology School of Medicine And Dentistry
Kumasi - Ghana2016
West African Senior School Certificate Examination - General Science
Pope John Senior High School
Koforidua- Ghana06.2013
Skills
DENTAL SKILLS
- Patient history taken and examination
- Health information management systems
- Oral health examination
- X-ray diagnosis
- General restorative procedures : restorations, root canal therapy and other endodontic procedures
- Dental prosthetics: crowns, dentures
- Oral surgeries; simple and difficult extractions, surgical extractions, biopsies
- Diagnostics of orthodontic pathologies
- Basic orthodontic procedures; simple orthodontic appliances
- Preventive pediatric procedures; fluoride therapy, fissure sealants
PUBLIC HEALTH
- Health Reports and Data
- Prevention Strategies
- Community Service Programs
- Public Health and Safety
- Patient Health Education
- Promote Community Health
OTHERS
- Basic computer hardware and software knowledge
- Basic Microsoft Office skills; Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams
Affiliations
Member: Ghana Dental Association
Member: Ghana Medical Association
Certification
- Clinical Service Excellence (certificate), Aiken's Institute, c/o Volta River Authority, 17th February to 19th February, 2021.
Reading
I like to read motivational and inspirational books.
Reading and listening to music
I like to read motivational and inspirational books. I also read a medical and dental journals to keep me updated.
Additional Information
ACCREDITATIONS: Ghana Medical and Dental Council
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Twi
Upper intermediate (B2)
Ga
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
General Dentist
Volta River Authority Health Services Limited
12.2022 - Current
Associate Dentist
Marks Dental Clinic
12.2022 - Current
Associate Dentist
Laser glow Dental Clinic
03.2022 - 11.2022
Associate Dentist
The Bank Hospital
03.2022 - 08.2022
Associate Dentist
All Smile Dental Clinic
01.2022 - 02.2022
Associate Dentist
Volta River Authority (VRA) Hospital
11.2021 - 12.2021
Intern Dentist ( Dental House Officer)
Volta River Authority Hospital
12.2020 - 10.2021
Intern Dentist (Dental House Officer)
37 Military Hospital
09.2019 - 09.2020
Masters of Public Health - Public Health
Ghana Institute of Management And Public Administration, Ghana Medical And Dental
Certificate in Leadership and Management in Health - Public Health
University of Washington
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) - Dentistry
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology School of Medicine And Dentistry
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
West African Senior, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology School of Medicine And Dentistry
West African Senior School Certificate Examination - General Science
Pope John Senior High School
- Clinical Service Excellence (certificate), Aiken's Institute, c/o Volta River Authority, 17th February to 19th February, 2021.
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