Associate Dentist

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Associate Dentist Responsibilities:

• Examining patients' teeth and gums to diagnose and treat various oral health issues.
• Utilizing X-rays and computer-generated imaging to assist with examinations.
• Providing dental treatments to patients, including routine cleanings, dental exams, extractions, dental restorations, teeth whitening, bonding, and applications of dental crowns, endodontic treatments, prosthodontics (complete and partial removable), implants, and veneers.
• Administering local anesthesia to patients as needed.
• Educating patients on good oral hygiene practices and advising them on proper aftercare following certain dental procedures.
• Performing oral cancer screenings.
• Prescribing antibiotics and pain medications to patients as required.
• Ensuring that all dental instruments and equipment are sterilized before each use.
• Taking impressions of patients’ mouths for the fabrication of customized mouthguards and dentures.

Associate Dentist Requirements:

• Doctor of dental surgery (DDS) or doctor of medicine in dentistry (DMD).
• State license to practice dentistry. DEA and MA controlled substance prescription certifications
• CPR certification.
• Proven experience working in a dental practice.(preferable 2+ years)
• The ability to use various dental instruments and equipment.
• The ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Professional and courteous with good dental ethics
• The ability to work in a team.
• Good hand-eye coordination.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Helpful and polite.

Location: Chelmsford, MA, US

Posted Date: 10/31/2024