MATTHEW KOMA
Smithfield,Australia
Summary
Dynamic Oral Health Therapist with extensive experience at Impressive Smiles, specialising in individualised treatment planning, preventive strategies, and patient-centred care.
Alongside my clinical practice, I have worked as a Clinical Educator in the Periodontics faculty at the University of Sydney, teaching DMD and BOH students. This dual role has not only refined my communication and leadership skills but also deepened my expertise and passion for periodontal disease prevention and treatment. I bring a strong commitment to evidence-based care and a proven ability to foster trust and rapport, making my skills highly relevant and critical for delivering excellence within your clinic.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oral Health Therapist
Impressive Smiles Dentistry
Bonnyring, NSW
04.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented personalised preventive care plans for patients.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in oral health therapy techniques.
- Collaborated with dentists to provide comprehensive care for patients' oral health needs.
- Performed routine dental cleanings, periodontal therapy treatment, Invisalign, x-rays, fillings and extractions.
- Implemented strategies to improve social media interaction and patient engagement.
Clinical Educator - Periodontics
University of Sydney
Sydney , NSW
01.2024 - Current
- Developed educational materials with clinical staff for students at the university.
- Collaborated with students and staff on the correct use of dental instrumentation within the DMD/BOH program faculty.
- Facilitated workshops to enhance clinical skills and knowledge retention among students at Sydney Dental Hospital.
- Coordinated interprofessional education initiatives to promote teamwork in healthcare settings.
Oral Health Therapist
Macarthur Paediatric Dentistry
Camden, New South Wales
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Performed restorative procedures such as fillings, SCC and primary teeth extractions.
- Exercised excellent interpersonal skills while interacting with patients from diverse backgrounds.
- Collaborated with dentists on complex cases requiring more specialised care or surgery under General anesthesia and nitrous oxide.
Education
BACHELOR OF ORAL HEALTH -
UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY
Sydney12.2022
Orofacial Myologist - Healthcare
Australian Academy of Orofacial Myology
QLD05-2023
BACHELOR OF MEDICAL SCIENCE - MEDICINE
UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN SYDNEY
Sydney, NSW01.2019
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Prairiewood High School
Sydney12.2018
Skills
- Individualized treatment planning
- Compassionate care
- Time management
- Professional demeanor
- Patient communication and rapport
- Oral health education
References
- DR BETTINA TRAN, Surgitel, General Dentist, 61413626908, dr.bettinamtran@protonmail.com
- MR ANDREW TERRY, University Of Sydney, Senior Lecturer, Unit Coordinator DMD2 / UoS Coordinator USYD, 61414439366, a.terry@sydney.edu.au
Certification
- Oral Health Therapist
- Orofacial Myologist
Awards
- Dental Hygiene Association of Australia (NSW branch) Prize
- Friends of Zainab Tertiary Scholarship
- Alliance Refugee Scholarship
- PIEERE DE COUERTIN AWARD
- P & C high academic achiever
- Most outstanding leader / Sportsman of the year (PHS)
Timeline
Oral Health Therapist
Impressive Smiles Dentistry
04.2024 - Current
Clinical Educator - Periodontics
University of Sydney
01.2024 - Current
Oral Health Therapist
Macarthur Paediatric Dentistry
03.2023 - 04.2024
BACHELOR OF ORAL HEALTH -
UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY
Orofacial Myologist - Healthcare
Australian Academy of Orofacial Myology
BACHELOR OF MEDICAL SCIENCE - MEDICINE
UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN SYDNEY
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Prairiewood High School