Ronak Christian
Saskatoon
Summary
- Internationally trained Dentist and Registered Dental Assistant with over 14 years of progressive clinical experience across Ontario, Alberta, and Saskatchewan
- Extensive chairside assisting in complex restorative and surgical procedures, including full mouth rehabilitations, implant surgeries and restorations, bone grafting, periodontal grafts, pinhole graft techniques, and laser-assisted periodontal surgeries
- Proficient in advanced digital workflows: 3D intraoral scanning (iTero, Trios 3Shape, CEREC), Digital Smile Design, Invisalign scanning, treatment plan interpretation, and attachment fabrication
- Skilled in hard and soft tissue laser applications (BioLase iPlus and diode lasers) for minimally invasive procedures and enhanced healing outcomes
- Hands-on laboratory expertise in prosthodontics: diagnostic wax-ups, wax try-ins, teeth setting, custom tray and retainer fabrication, provisional and implant temporary crown fabrication, and implant component knowledge
- Experienced in CAD/CAM workflows, including milling, printing, customization, characterization, glazing, and finalization of indirect restorations using SpeedFire systems
- Competent knowledge in biomimetic restorations, occlusion principles, TMJ assessment and management and various endodontic systems and implant systems.
- Proven ability to support high-precision cases, from single-unit provisionals to multi-unit bridges and implant-supported prostheses, ensuring optimal esthetics and function.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Artisan Prosthodontics
Saskatoon, SK
04.2022 - Current
- Assisted in full mouth rehabilitation cases, including crowns, bridges, removable, and implant-supported prosthesis
- Performed lab work, including fabricating retainers, custom trays, wax try-ins, teeth setting, diagnostic wax ups under supervision, making implant temporary crowns, and learning about implant parts
- Served as Treatment Coordinator: Generated treatment planning letters, appointment lists, and financial arrangements; provided informed consent to patients for informed decision-making
- Chairside assisting in prosthodontic procedures
Lead Registered Dental Assistant
Hampton Village Dentistry
Saskatoon, SK
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Making weekly financial report
- Ordering and taking care of supplies
- Chairside assisting
- Troubleshooting any problem areas in backend (I have a basic knowledge of dental instruments and machines which I use it to fix simple problems)
Registered Dental Assistant
Pinehouse Dental
Saskatoon, SK
04.2020 - 04.2021
- Chair-side assisting in all dental procedures
- Sterilization, maintaining inventory,
- Taking impressions, fabricating, bleaching trays, retainers, mouth-guard, acrylic custom trays, pouring & trimming models, articulating upper and lower models on articulator, wax-up procedures,
- Making provisional restorations, cord packing, placing sectional matrix bands
- Giving patients information on dental hygiene, oral health care, and plaque control programs.
Registered Dental Assistant
Packham Avenue Dental Clinic
Saskatoon, SK
11.2018 - 01.2020
- Assisted in preparing treatment rooms and ensuring cleanliness and organization.
- Supported dentists during procedures by providing necessary instruments and materials.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
- Managed patient records with attention to detail, maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.
- Sterilized dental instruments according to safety protocols and infection control guidelines.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
Registered Dental Assistant
Northend Dental Clinic
Saskatoon, SK
04.2015 - 01.2019
- Invisalign scanning.
- Itero scanning for indirect restorations and Digital Smile Design
- Worked with bio-lase-water-lase i-plus and diode laser
- Intraoral, chair side duties and sterilization duties
- Assisting Laser periodontal surgeries, FGG, Pinhole graft procedures, bone grafts.
Registered Dental Assistant
Pure North S'Energy Foundation
Calgary, AB
12.2013 - 05.2014
- As a floater working with many doctors at one time
- All chair side duties as well as intraoral duties
- Used to fabricate CAD-CAM crowns and characterizing the crown with adding shades, secondary anatomy, polishing and glazing
- Extensive work of removable partial denture.
Registered Dental Assistant
Signature Smile Wellness Centre
Regina, SK
04.2013 - 12.2013
- All Chair side duties
- All Intra-oral duties
- Some front desk duties
- TMJ analysis and taking impressions for sleep apnea, giving instructions for using sleep apnea device
Registered Dental Assistant
Dr. Dorothy Luczak Dental Clinic
Oshawa, ON
09.2012 - 04.2013
- Taking Digital X-rays
- Organizing instruments
- Instrument transfer
- Giving appointments, insurance work
- Preparing chair and sterilization
Dentist
KM Shah Dental Hospital
Vadodara, India
09.2010 - 08.2012
- Analyzed patient feedback to improve practice operations and enhance patient satisfaction rates.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and sanitary environment for both staff and patients.
- 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.
- Administered care in emergency situations to treat tooth injuries.
- Diagnosed periodontal disease early through routine assessments, initiating timely interventions to prevent tooth loss or damage.
- Performed complex dental procedures such as root canals, extractions, and dental implant placements to restore patients'' smiles.
- Performed root canal procedures to treat nerve and dental pulp issues and prevent further damage to teeth and gums.
Dentist
Global Dental Clinic
Ahmedabad, India
09.2011 - 04.2012
- Diagnosed and treated diverse dental conditions using advanced techniques and technologies.
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans tailored to patient needs and preferences.
- Educated patients on oral health, preventive care, and post-treatment maintenance.
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure a safe clinical environment for patients and staff.
- Led community outreach programs promoting oral health awareness among underserved populations.
- Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Provided preventive care with regular checkups, educating patients on proper oral hygiene habits.
- 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.
- Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan.
Education
NDAEB Certified Dental Assistant
Durham College
Oshawa12-2012
Bachelors in Dental Surgery -
Sumandeep Vidyapeeth University
Vadodara, India09-2011
Skills
- Time management capabilities
- Oral hygiene education
- Electronic charting
- Detail-oriented mindset
- Infection control expertise
- Patient records management
- Continuing education commitment
- Dental software fluency
- Orthodontic assistance experience
- Periodontics
- Sterilization techniques mastery
- Inventory management
- Knowledgeable in Dentrix, Curve, Oryx, Tracker, Gold, Cleardent softwares
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Full Professional
Gujarati
Native or Bilingual
Urdu
Full Professional
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Artisan Prosthodontics
04.2022 - Current
Lead Registered Dental Assistant
Hampton Village Dentistry
04.2021 - 04.2022
Registered Dental Assistant
Pinehouse Dental
04.2020 - 04.2021
Registered Dental Assistant
Packham Avenue Dental Clinic
11.2018 - 01.2020
Registered Dental Assistant
Northend Dental Clinic
04.2015 - 01.2019
Registered Dental Assistant
Pure North S'Energy Foundation
12.2013 - 05.2014
Registered Dental Assistant
Signature Smile Wellness Centre
04.2013 - 12.2013
Registered Dental Assistant
Dr. Dorothy Luczak Dental Clinic
09.2012 - 04.2013
Dentist
Global Dental Clinic
09.2011 - 04.2012
Dentist
KM Shah Dental Hospital
09.2010 - 08.2012
NDAEB Certified Dental Assistant
Durham College
Bachelors in Dental Surgery -
Sumandeep Vidyapeeth University