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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Dental Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing and treating problems with a patient's teeth, gums, and related parts of the mouth. They will provide advice and instruction on taking care of teeth and gums and on diet choices that affect oral health. The Dental Specialist will also administer anesthetics to keep patients from feeling pain during procedures, write prescriptions for antibiotics or other medications, and examine x rays of teeth, gums, the jaw, and nearby areas for problems. They will make models and measurements for dental appliances, such as dentures, and teach patients about diet, flossing, use of fluoride, and other aspects of dental care.
Responsibilities
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- Promoting oral health and disease prevention.
- Creating treatment plans to maintain or restore the oral health of their patients.
- Interpreting x-rays and diagnostic tests.
- Ensuring the safe administration of anesthetics.
- Monitoring growth and development of the teeth and jaws.
- Performing surgical procedures on the teeth, bone and soft tissues of the oral cavity.
Requirements
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- State license to practice dentistry.
- Certification in CPR.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job.
- Strong ethical and professional conduct.
- Ability to manage a wide range of personalities.
- Good manual dexterity.
- Ability to use a range of dental technologies.
Potential interview questions
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- What techniques do you use to manage pain during procedures?
- How do you stay updated with the latest developments in dentistry?
- Can you describe a difficult case and how you handled it?