Nikitha

GDC-registered General Dentist with a postgraduate specialisation in Paediatric Dentistry (MDS), bringing extensive clinical experience across hospital, specialist, and private practice settings. Skilled in comprehensive diagnosis, treatment planning, restorative dentistry, preventive care, and the full scope of paediatric dental procedures including behaviour management, nitrous oxide sedation, and treatment under general anaesthesia. Experienced in managing dental emergencies and delivering high-quality chairside care.

Well-versed in UK dental regulations, NHS standards, and clinical governance through UK-based observerships and ongoing professional development.

Paediatric Dental Resident at D.Y. Patil University – School of Dentistry (2021-10 – 2024-10)

• Delivered comprehensive dental care to paediatric patients, including pulp therapy, extractions, stainless steel and zirconia crown placement, trauma management, and interceptive orthodontics
• Managed challenging behaviour through desensitisation techniques, nitrous oxide sedation, and treatment under general anaesthesia
• Provided oral health education to children and their guardians, supporting long-term preventive care
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and deliver complex treatment plans

General Dental Practitioner at Dr Anmol Shah's Dental Clinic (2021-04 – 2021-10)

• Independently managed a broad range of dental needs, including composite and GIC restorations, root canal treatments, scaling, and extractions
• Diagnosed oral conditions and formulated evidence-based treatment plans
• Maintained thorough patient records and ensured full adherence to sterilisation and infection control protocols
• Delivered preventive care guidance and post-operative instructions

Associate Dentist at Dental Designs Multispeciality Clinic (2019-08 – 2019-11)

• Assisted in general and specialist dental procedures across a multispeciality setting
• Took diagnostic impressions and fabricated laboratory items including occlusal splints and night guards
• Supported practice management, including patient bookings, stock inventory, and procurement of dental materials

Dental Intern at Bharati Vidyapeeth Dental College & Hospital (2019-08 – 2020-03)

• Rotated across all major departments, including endodontics, prosthodontics, periodontics, oral surgery, and paediatric dentistry
• Treated patients both independently and under clinical supervision, performing oral examinations, radiographs, root canal treatments, restorations, extractions, and prosthetic work

Clinical Observer at The Park Dental Practice (2019-07 – 2019-07)

• Observed general practice workflows and patient management under Dr Waseem Noordin
• Gained direct insight into NHS and private practice protocols within a UK clinical environment

Research Assistant at Bharati Vidyapeeth Dental College & Hospital (2017-03 – 2020-03)

• Assisted in dental research studies and presented papers and posters at national conferences

MDS in Paediatric Dentistry – D.Y. Patil University (2021 – 2024)

BDS in Dental Surgery – Bharati Vidyapeeth Dental College & Hospital (2015 – 2021)