Dental Services Careers
People working in dental services jobs may; provide people with dental care, educate people about oral health and disease prevention, make or fit dental devices to treat, replace or protect teeth and assist dentists with patient care and running a dental practice.
- Dental Assistant
- Dental assistants help dentists with patient care and the running of dental practices.
- Dental Hygienist
- Dental hygienists treat gum diseases and help people to maintain good oral and general health by educating them about how to prevent oral disease through care of their teeth and gums.
- Dental Technician
- Dental technicians create and repair devices for the treatment, replacement and protection of damaged, badly positioned or missing teeth. Clinical dental technicians have the same expertise, but are also qualified to work with the public.
- Dental Therapist
- Dental therapists provide children and adolescents with routine dental care. They may refer clients to dentists for more specialised dental treatment.
- Dentist
- Dentists study and treat diseases, injuries and problems of the mouth, teeth, gums and jaw. They also educate patients on how to avoid oral health problems.
- Medical/Dental Receptionist
- Medical and dental receptionists perform clerical duties, greet and make appointments for patients in medical or dental reception areas.
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