Dentist Australia

Dentist Australia ANZSCO 252312:

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Dentist Australia ANZSCO 252312:

Description

Diagnoses and treats dental disease, injuries, decay and malformations of the teeth, periodontal tissue (gums), hard and soft tissue found on the mouth and other dento-facial structures using surgery and other techniques. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level

1

Alternative Titles

• Dental Practitioner
• Dental Surgeon

Group: 2523 Dental Practitioners

Description

diagnose and treat dental disease, restore normal oral function using a broad range of treatments, such as surgery and other specialist techniques, and advise on oral health.

Tasks

• diagnosing dental diseases using a range of methods such as radiographs, salivary tests and medical histories
• providing preventative oral health care such as periodontal treatments, fluoride applications and oral health promotion
• providing restorative oral care such as implants, complex crown and bridge restorations, and orthodontics, and repairing damaged and decayed teeth
• providing oral surgical treatments such as biopsy of tissue and prescription of medication
• performing routine orthodontic treatment
• restoring oral function with removable and fixed oral prostheses
• assisting in diagnosing general diseases having oral manifestations such as diabetes
• educating patients to take care of their mouth and teeth
• leading a dental team which may comprise Dental Hygienists, Dental Therapists, Dental Assistants and other Dental Specialists

Skill Level

Occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Registration or licensing is required.

Occupations in this Group

• 252311 Dental Specialist
• 252312 Dentist