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Arhun Muthusamy

Dental Therapist/ Hygienist/Orthodontic Therapist
Karur,TN

Summary

GDC-registered Dental Therapist and Orthodontic Therapist with over 10 years of clinical experience, including independent dental practice ownership in India and a recent clinical role as a Sleep Consultant in Canada. Adept at preventive and restorative dental care, patient education, and managing oral appliances. Known for a compassionate, patient-centered approach and strong communication skills, reinforced by cross-disciplinary healthcare experience. Now seeking to contribute to a forward-thinking UK practice focused on high-quality, evidence-based dental care.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certificates

Work History

Clinical Sleep Consultant

VitalAire Healthcare
07.2024 - 05.2025
  • Assessed patients with sleep apnea and educated them on CPAP device usage and maintenance
  • Built long-term rapport with patients for ongoing therapy adherence and behavioral change
  • Interpreted sleep test reports and coordinated with physicians and respiratory therapists
  • Trained patients on oral appliance usage and hygiene protocols (relevant to dental settings)
  • Maintained electronic medical records and adhered to Canadian privacy and clinical standards
  • Developed strong communication and motivational interviewing skills transferable to dental care

Chief Dentist

Mutamil Dental Home
07.2020 - 04.2024
  • Performed patient examinations, charted dental history and developed treatment plans.
  • Conducted root canals, extractions, fillings, crowns and other
    restorative procedures.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care measures.
  • Provided emergency care for toothaches or broken teeth.

Dentist

Tamilnadu Primary Health Centre
07.2017 - 06.2020
  • Organized dental awareness camps in government schools to educate children on dental hygiene and care.
  • Conducted comprehensive oral cancer screenings for all patients, particularly focusing on individuals with a history of tobacco use, and effectively identified cases requiring immediate intervention.
  • Performed patient examinations, charted dental history and developed treatment plans.
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care measures.
  • Provided emergency care for toothaches or broken teeth.

Junior Resident Doctor

PGIMER
07.2016 - 06.2017
  • Performed physical examinations and interpreted findings in order to diagnose medical conditions.
  • Managed emergency situations efficiently by coordinating the efforts of multiple healthcare personnel involved in the situation.
  • Counseled patients on preventative health maintenance including nutrition education and stress reduction techniques.

Education

Junior Resident - Dentistry

PGIMER
Chandigarh
07.2016 - 06.2017

BDS - Dental Science

KSR Institute of Dental Science And Research
Tiruchengode
09.2009 - 04.2015

Accomplishments

  • 4th rank in PGI all India exam in 2016
  • 59th rank in all India comedK exams in 2015

Certification

AHA BLS and ACLS certified

Skills

  • High-quality preventive and cosmetic restorative dentistry
  • Orthodontic appliance placement and progress monitoring
  • Skilled in patient communication and treatment acceptance
  • Experience with cross-infection control and clinical excellence in private settings

Timeline

Clinical Sleep Consultant

VitalAire Healthcare
07.2024 - 05.2025

Chief Dentist

Mutamil Dental Home
07.2020 - 04.2024

Dentist

Tamilnadu Primary Health Centre
07.2017 - 06.2020

Junior Resident Doctor

PGIMER
07.2016 - 06.2017

Junior Resident - Dentistry

PGIMER
07.2016 - 06.2017

BDS - Dental Science

KSR Institute of Dental Science And Research
09.2009 - 04.2015

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