Diagnosis and treatment planning: Examine patients' teeth, gums, and jaws to diagnose problems and create personalized treatment plans.
Restorative and cosmetic procedures: Repair damaged teeth with fillings, crowns, and bridges, and perform cosmetic services like teeth whitening and bonding.
Oral surgery: Extract teeth and perform other minor surgical procedures.
General procedures: Conduct root canals and fit patients for dentures and other dental appliances.
Patient management: Administer anesthetics, prescribe medications, and manage patient records.
Diagnostic evaluation: Interpret X-rays and other diagnostic tests to identify problems and plan treatment.
Referrals: Recognize when a patient needs specialized care and refer them to a specialist.
KEY SKILLS:
Clinical skills: A broad range of clinical knowledge for diagnosing and treating various dental conditions.
Effective Communication skills: Ability to explain procedures clearly, address patient anxiety, and build rapport.
Attention to detail: Precision is critical for accurate diagnoses, precise treatment execution, and meticulous record-keeping.
Problem-solving and decision-making: Ability to choose the most appropriate course of action among potential treatment options.
Manual dexterity: The ability to make precise movements with the hands and fingers.