Job Description

Summary:

The Dentist is responsible for providing comprehensive oral health care services to patients, including preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dental care. They play a critical role in promoting good oral health hygiene practices, diagnosing and managing dental diseases and conditions.

Responsibilities:

• Examine patients' teeth, gums, and surrounding tissues.
• Diagnose dental conditions and oral health problems, analyzing findings and recommending treatment options.
• Use dental equipment such as x-ray machines, drills, and instruments to administer treatments to patients.
• Perform preventive services like cleanings, fluoride treatments and sealants.
• Restore teeth affected by decay, trauma or other factors by filling cavities, repairing chips or cracks and performing root canals.
• Extract teeth that cannot be saved.
• Place dental implants as well as fitting crowns, bridges, and dentures.
• Offer cosmetic treatments such as teeth whitening or Invisalign.
• Counsel patients about diet, oral hygiene, and other preventive dental care practices.
• Manage and coordinate patient care with other healthcare professionals such as orthodontists and oral surgeons.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree.
• State license to practice dentistry.
• Strong knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and equipment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and create a positive patient experience.
• Attention to detail and strong manual dexterity.
• Prior experience practicing dentistry is preferred.