Job Description

We are seeking a qualified General Dentist with pediatric experience to join our team and help provide exceptional patient care. We are seeking a motivated individual who is well detail-oriented and able to work collaboratively with other dental professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Salary: ranging from up to $400,000 annually

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform general dental procedures including cleanings, fillings, crowns, and preventive care, while utilizing pediatric dentistry skills to assess and create treatment plans for children requiring age-appropriate dental care.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat pediatric dental cases, including managing early orthodontic needs, designing treatment plans, and addressing common pediatric dental issues.
• Skilled in managing patient comfort, including sedation and anesthesia techniques when necessary for young patients.
• Educate children and parents on proper oral hygiene, post-surgical care, and preventive measures for long-term dental health.
• Maintain accurate patient records, document treatments and progress, and collaborate with specialists as needed for complex pediatric cases.
• Coordinate with treatment coordinators to ensure efficient scheduling, follow-up care, and patient communication.
• Maintain communication with referring dentists and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care for pediatric patients .

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited dental school.
• Completion of a pediatric dentistry residency program or experience with pediatric dentistry procedures.
• Experience in managing pediatric patients, including children with special needs.
• Ability to work with pediatric-specific dental appliances, including space maintainers and early orthodontic devices.
• Proficiency in digital imaging, including pediatric radiography and CBCT (if applicable).

General Skills:

• Pediatric Dentistry
• Pediatric Dental Treatment Planning
• Preventive Care for Children
• Pediatric Examinations and Diagnoses
• Oral Hygiene Education for Children
• Pediatric Sedation and Anesthesia
• Attention to Detail and Compassionate Care for Children
• Managing Child Anxiety and Fear
• Ability to Manage Pediatric Patient Expectations and Treatment Outcomes

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