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Afeez Olatunbosun Shittu

Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Well-qualified dental professional skilled in diagnosing dental problems and conditions and current on dental innovations. Expertise includes caries management, x-ray interpretation and treatment planning. Superb communication and interpersonal skills with colleagues and patients.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Resident

Lagos University Teaching Hospital
Lagos, Nigeria
01.2017 - Current
  • Engaged patients actively to understand their real concerns.
  • Collaborated with staff members to provide quality care standards to patients.
  • Practised preventative procedures to avoid future dental problems.
  • Addressed over 90% of concerns encountered by dental students and junior residents.
  • Performed scaling and polishing and advised patients to improve dental hygiene.
  • Reduced treatment-related complications by 70% by organising seminars bi-weekly to enlighten other colleagues.
  • Advised on post-operative care and preventive measures for optimal oral health.
  • Developed patient-focused dental care plans, building and establishing loyal and satisfied client base.
  • Managed patient records and maintained confidentiality in accordance with regulations.
  • Educated patients on oral health practices, promoting preventive care.
  • Implemented infection control protocols to maintain safe clinical environment.
  • Conducted comprehensive oral examinations, diagnosing oral infections and recommending treatment plans.
  • Performed dental procedures, including extractions and restorative work.

Dentist

Aire Dental Clinic
Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria
04.2013 - 12.2016
  • Established rapport with patients to identify their major complaints.
  • Practised preventative procedures to avoid future dental problems.
  • Developed patient-focused dental care plans, building and establishing loyal and satisfied client base.
  • Increased monthly sales by treating patients with over 95% success rate.
  • Increased clients data-base by establishing rapport with 100% of patients.
  • Promoted healthy, safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members alike.
  • Diagnosed and treated dental conditions, delivering personalised care to patients.
  • Performed pulpectomy successfully in over 90% of child-patients.
  • Performed root planning to improve periodontal health.
  • Performed dental procedures, including extractions and restorative work.
  • Conducted comprehensive oral examinations, identifying issues and recommending treatment plans.
  • Scheduled follow-ups to monitor treatment outcomes and address concerns.

Dentist

National Youth Service Corps
Abuja, Nigeria
03.2012 - 03.2013
  • Conducted comprehensive medical and dental history for proper diagnosis.
  • Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and decisions about current treatments and outside referrals.
  • Performed dental procedures, including extractions and restorative work with over 95% success rate.
  • Performed scaling and polishing
  • Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
  • Evaluated teeth for problems such as misalignment and dental caries.
  • Checked teeth for signs of decay with visual, manual and radiographic assessments.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.


Intern Dentist

Lagos University Teaching Hospital
Lagos, Nigeria
02.2011 - 02.2012
  • Communicated professionally with patients to explain procedures which alleviate patients' concerns 90% of times.
  • Advised patients on appropriate treatment for pain following procedures with specific home care instructions.
  • Taught children how to properly brush and floss for optimal dental health.
  • Evaluated teeth for problems such as misalignment and dental caries.
  • Created individualised treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients.
  • Educated patients in disease prevention and overall oral health.
  • Took bitewing, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and positioned for accurate diagnosis.

Education

Bachelor of Dental Surgery - Dentistry

College of Medicine, University of Lagos
Lagos, Nigeria
09.2003 - 09.2010

Dental Therapist -

General Dental Council
United Kingdom

Skills

  • Safety procedure compliance
  • Local anaesthesia administration
  • Preventive care
  • Patient relationships
  • Educating parents
  • Root planning
  • General restorative dentistry
  • Communication skills
  • Team building
  • Leadership
  • Patient engagement
  • Problem-solving

Affiliations

  • Reading, Meeting new people and Travelling

Timeline

Resident

Lagos University Teaching Hospital
01.2017 - Current

Dentist

Aire Dental Clinic
04.2013 - 12.2016

Dentist

National Youth Service Corps
03.2012 - 03.2013

Intern Dentist

Lagos University Teaching Hospital
02.2011 - 02.2012

Bachelor of Dental Surgery - Dentistry

College of Medicine, University of Lagos
09.2003 - 09.2010

Dental Therapist -

General Dental Council

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