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2381-11 Dentist
Dental Practitioner
Diagnoses and treats diseases, injuries and abnormalities of
teeth, gums and related oral structures, prescribes and
administers restorative and preventive procedures, and
conducts surgery or uses other specialist techniques.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree
or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- examines teeth, gums and other tissues using dental
equipment and X-rays
- diagnoses dental conditions and plans treatment
- cleans teeth and cavities, fills cavities with restorative materials
and extracts and replaces teeth
- constructs inlays and artificial crowns to replace portions of
teeth
- designs, constructs and fits dentures, bridge work,
orthodontic and other appliances
- advises patients on oral hygiene and provides preventive
dental services such as applications of fluoride and sealants to
teeth
- may refer patients to dentists specialising in particular
methods, or medical practitioners for further examination and
treatment
- may administer local and general anaesthetics
- may delegate technical construction to Dental Technicians
- may specialise in particular disorders, treatments or methods
requiring additional specialist training
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