Dentist
Creator of confident smiles
Fields of activity | Dentist
As a dentist, you’ll be responsible for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases and malocclusions in the mouth and jaw area. You’ll examine teeth and gums to identify conditions such as tooth decay or periodontitis, develop treatment plans, and support patients with their oral hygiene.
Your tasks as a dentist include performing dental procedures such as removing tartar, filling cavities, and fitting dental prostheses. You may also carry out minor surgical interventions using anesthetics or perform orthodontic adjustments.
Personal requirements | Dentist
- Medical expertise and willingness to undergo further training
- Resilience and stress resistance
- Sense of responsibility
- Empathy and strong communication skills
- Precision
Path to the profession | Dentist
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Take the testPotential jobs | Dentist
As a dentist, you’ll primarily work in treatment rooms at dental practices, outpatient clinics, or hospitals. You may run your own practice, work in a group practice, or be employed by a clinic. If you specialize in dental aesthetics, orthodontics, or implantology, you may also work in dental laboratories. Career opportunities are also available in the pharmaceutical industry or the medical technology sector.