General Dentist

Duties

• Diagnose, prevent, and treat teeth and tissue problems.
• Remove decay, fill cavities, examine x-rays, place protective plastic sealants on children’s teeth, and repair fractured teeth.
• Perform corrective surgery on gums and supporting bones to treat gum diseases.
• Extract teeth and make models and measurements for dentures to replace missing teeth.
• Provide instruction on diet, brushing, flossing, use of fluorides, and aspects of dental care.
• Administer anesthetics and write prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications.
• Place and restore an implant and do cosmetic procedures such as veneers.
• Use a variety of equipment, including x-ray machines, drills, and instruments such as mouth mirrors, probes, forceps, brushes, and scalpels.
• Wear masks, gloves, and safety glasses to protect themselves and patients from infectious diseases.
• Supervise other clinical and non-clinical staff as needed in performing treatment.

  Requirements

  • Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree
  • Valid State of Maryland Dental License