Dentist - Sunningdale 2 Medical Centre

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performing exams and evaluating X-rays to determine a patient’s health
• Developing treatment plans to deal with any dental health issues
• Providing cosmetic services like teeth whitening, bonding and veneers to enhance the appearance of teeth
• Filling cavities, performing root canals, applying crowns and installing bridges and implants to fix broken and missing teeth
• Administering or prescribing medications to decrease pain and improve patient health
• Interacting with patients and instructing them on proper oral care
• Measuring and fitting dental appliances
• In-depth knowledge of the current standards of care for dentistry and the latest oral health treatments available
• Observational skills to diagnose oral health problems based on the findings of exams and X-rays
• Ability to remain upright for long periods while treating patients
• Interpersonal skills to put patients at ease and encourage positive interactions during appointments
• Strong oral communication skills to convey clear instructions to both patients and assisting staff
• Computer skills to utilize computer-aided dentistry equipment and medical records software
• Ability to operate necessary tools and equipment, such as mouth mirrors, probes, drills, scalers and curettes
• Up-to-date knowledge on patient safety, infection control and privacy laws and regulations