How do they match: Dentists, General

  • Public Health Dentist

  • Examine, diagnose, and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums. May treat diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting oral hygiene and retention of teeth. May fit dental appliances or provide preventive care.

  • Advise or instruct patients regarding preventive dental care, the causes and treatment of dental problems, or oral health care services.
  • Examine teeth, gums, and related tissues, using dental instruments, x-rays, or other diagnostic equipment, to evaluate dental health, diagnose diseases or abnormalities, and plan appropriate treatments.
  • Plan, organize, or maintain dental health programs.
  • Produce or evaluate dental health educational materials.
  • Write prescriptions for antibiotics or other medications.

  • Advise patients on preventive care techniques.
  • Design medical devices or appliances.
  • Design public or employee health programs.
  • Develop medical treatment plans.
  • Direct healthcare delivery programs.
  • Fabricate medical devices.
  • Operate diagnostic or therapeutic medical instruments or equipment.
  • Prepare healthcare training materials.
  • Prescribe medications.
  • Supervise patient care personnel.