Our General Dentist job description includes the responsibilities, duties, skills, education, qualifications, and experience.
About the General Dentist role
General Dentist: A healthcare professional who diagnoses and treats conditions related to the teeth, gums, and mouth. Responsible for cleaning teeth, performing x-rays, and providing preventive care. May also perform basic surgical procedures, such as root canals, and orthodontic work.
Role Purpose
The purpose of a general dentist is to provide comprehensive oral care to patients of all ages. This includes preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry services. General dentists diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions affecting the teeth, gums, and other structures of the mouth. They assess, plan, and carry out treatments, including the use of fillings, crowns, bridges, dentures, implants, and other prosthetic devices. General dentists may also provide education and advice on proper oral hygiene and preventive measures to help their patients maintain healthy teeth and gums.
General Dentist Summary
General Dentist Job Summary
A General Dentist is responsible for providing a wide range of dental care services to patients. This includes performing examinations, cleaning teeth, taking x-rays, diagnosing dental issues, filling cavities, and performing other treatments to prevent and address oral health issues. In addition to providing direct patient care, a General Dentist may also provide patient education, develop treatment plans, and coordinate care with other healthcare professionals. A General Dentist must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, have a high level of attention to detail, and be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
General Dentist Duties
- Examine patient's teeth and diagnose dental conditions
- Develop and implement treatment plans
- Perform dental procedures such as fillings, crowns, bridges, and extractions
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene
- Provide preventive care such as fluoride treatments and cleanings
General Dentist Skills
- Diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries of the teeth and gums
- Providing preventative care and advice
- Filling cavities and removing decay
- Repairing fractured teeth and extracting teeth
- Straightening teeth and correcting bite issues
- Replacing missing teeth with implants, bridges and dentures
General Dentist Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Dental Science
- Licensed to practice dentistry
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent organizational and problem solving skills
Personal Traits
- Compassionate
- Patient
- Organized
- Knowledgeable