WHAT IS A DENTIST?
A medical professional who is qualified to treat diseases and other conditions that affect the teeth and gums, especially the repair and extraction of teeth and the insertion of artificial ones.
WHAT DOES A DENTIST DO?
Dentists might work as general practitioners or specialise in specialties such as paediatric dentistry, endodontics, and periodontology.. In this case, they’ll need to develop specific dentist skills. Often, they’re required to complete additional studies.
GENERAL DENTIST DUTIES INCLUDE:
- Conducting oral screenings to identify diseases and infections
- Removing tooth decay and plaque
- Applying prosthetics, sealers and whiteners
JOB BRIEF
We are looking for an experienced Dentist to provide complete dental care to our patients. Furthermore, your duties will involve diagnosing, treating, and counselling on a wide range of dental diseases. You should possess a wide range of expertise in addressing teeth and gum problems, ranging from routine plaque removal to advanced procedures such as dental implant placement.
Therefore, your primary objective will be to promote and maintain good oral health among our patients. This will involve not only treating existing dental conditions but also educating individuals about preventive dental care practices. Moreover, you will help our patients’ long-term health by encouraging regular check-ups and emphasising proper dental hygiene habits.
You should have a good foundation in general dentistry and be experienced in conducting numerous dental procedures to flourish in this profession. Other than that, our knowledge should include dental prostheses, endodontics, and periodontics.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential to establish a comfortable and trustworthy relationship with patients.
Join our team and help to improve our community’s dental health while delivering great treatment and guidance to our patients.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Examine patients’ medical records
- Prepare patients for treatment (e.g. by applying oral sedation or anesthesia)
- Check teeth, gums and other parts of the mouth, along with X-rays and tests, to diagnose dental problems
- Clean teeth and remove plaque
- Identify tooth decay and replace cavities with fillings
- Design and fit dental prosthetics, such as bridges, crowns and dentures
- Apply teeth-whitening treatments
- Conduct tooth extractions and root canal procedures
- Perform surgeries on diseased tissues and bones
- Prescribe medication as needed
- Educate patients on proper brushing techniques, flossing and fluoride use
- Promote good oral health and preventive dental care (e.g. by scheduling regular check-ups)
REQUIREMENTS & SKILLS
- Work experience as a Dentist
- In-depth understanding of dental hygiene
- Experience with dental equipment and tools
- Experience with surgeries and teeth extractions
- A pleasant and compassionate personality with the ability to make patients feel comfortable
- Attention to detail
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) or similar degree that gives license to practice the dentist profession
SALARY RANGE
The salary range for a dentist is between RM 6,100 to RM 8,500 .