Dentist - ASCO 2381-11

Specialisations/Job Titles

  • Dental Practitioner

Tasks & Duties

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.

  • 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

Entry Skill Level

The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.

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