General Dentist, Orthodontic Experience

Responsibilities

• Perform general dental procedures including cleanings, fillings, crowns, and preventive care, while utilizing orthodontic skills to assess and create treatment plans for patients requiring braces or other orthodontic appliances.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat orthodontic cases, including designing and adjusting braces and aligners, and monitor patient progress throughout the course of treatment.
• Skilled in managing patient comfort, including sedation and anesthesia techniques when necessary.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, post-surgical care, and orthodontic maintenance, providing clear instructions for successful treatment outcomes.
• Maintain accurate patient records, document treatments and progress, and collaborate with specialists as needed for complex cases.
• Participating in continuing education to stay current with the latest orthodontic techniques and technology.
• Coordinating with the treatment coordinator to ensure efficient scheduling and follow-up care.
• Maintaining communication with referring dentists and other healthcare providers.

Requirements

• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited dental school.
• Completion of an Accredited Orthodontic Residency Program
• Expertise in orthodontic treatment planning and execution
• Proficiency in using orthodontic appliances, including braces, clear aligners, and retainers
• Experience with Various Orthodontic Technologies and Appliances

Hard Skills

• orthodontic treatment planning
• braces
• clear aligners
• retainers
• sedation techniques
• anesthesia techniques
• patient record management
• oral hygiene education
• preventive care
• dental procedures

Soft Skills

• patient comfort management
• communication
• collaboration
• education
• organizational skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)
• Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)
• Accredited Orthodontic Residency Program