Dr Nikunj Sharma
Dar es Salaam,Tanzania
Summary
Dedicated and highly skilled dental professional with over 9 years of clinical
experience, currently serving as Head of the Dental Department at a reputed
multispeciality medical centre. Proven expertise in a wide range of general
and advanced dental procedures, with a focus on patient‑centered care,
team leadership, and evidence‑based practice. Strong academic background
with published research and ongoing contributions to dental literature.
Adept at managing dental operations within multispeciality hospital settings
and collaborating effectively with cross‑disciplinary medical teams.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Dentist
Regency medical centre
Dar es salaam, Tanzania
08.2018 - Current
- Researched latest trends in dentistry technology and best practices for patient care delivery.
- Collaborated with outside vendors on purchasing decisions related to dental products or services.
- Developed, evaluated and implemented protocols for patient care.
- Led the Dental Department in a multispecialty hospital, managing clinical protocols, treatment planning, and patient care standards.
Associate Dental Surgeon
Maahee dental care and implant centre
Ahmedabad , India
09.2015 - 06.2018
- Managed infection control procedures in accordance with OSHA standards.
- Utilized digital imaging technology to diagnose problems quickly and accurately.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and overall health habits to maintain a healthy mouth.
- Delivered high-quality dental care to a diverse patient demographic in a private clinic.
Education
Bachelor's of Dental Surgery - Dentistry
College of Dental Sciences And Reacherch Centre
Ahmedabad , India 06.2010 - 07.2015
Skills
- Patient care protocols
- Infection control
- Digital imaging
- Treatment planning
- Full‑spectrum dental examination & diagnosis
- Restorative dentistry (fillings, crowns, bridges)
- Modern endodontics (root canal therapy)
- Prosthodontics (removable & fixed solutions)
- Cosmetic dentistry (veneers, whitening)
- Oral prophylaxis & periodontal care
- Pediatric dentistry
- Patient education & preventive strategies
- Departmental leadership & integrated hospital care
- Infection control & sterilization compliance
Languages
Gujarati
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Swahili
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Certification
- RESEARCH & PUBLICATIONS• Article: Effect of Triclosan in Toothpaste• Book (Under Review): Differential Diagnosis of Oral Lesions
Affiliations
Organized the Ahmedabad Carnival with over 10,000 attendees
• Captain, Cricket Club in Dar es Salaam (Tanzania Cricket Association)
• Playing Indian musical instruments
Timeline
Head Dentist
Regency medical centre
08.2018 - Current
Associate Dental Surgeon
Maahee dental care and implant centre
09.2015 - 06.2018
Bachelor's of Dental Surgery - Dentistry
College of Dental Sciences And Reacherch Centre
06.2010 - 07.2015