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Dental Services

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Bevan Edwards and his assistant work on a patient.

Dentists and dental assistants provide people with dental care and may treat dental problems

People working in dental services jobs may:

provide people with dental care
educate people about oral health and disease prevention
make or fit dental devices to treat, replace or protect teeth
assist dentists with patient care and running a dental practice.

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Jobs in this industry

Work in this industry may include:
- treating diseases, injuries and problems of the mouth, teeth, gums and jaw
- educating patients on how to maintain good oral and general health
- assisting dentists with patient care and the running of dental practices
- performing clerical duties, greeting and making appointments for patients in medical or dental reception areas
- creating and repairing devices for use in treatment.

About this industry

Demand for dental services is increasing due to a range of factors such as an ageing population and increased awareness of the importance of preventive dental care.

Training and progression

Training in the dental services industry ranges from on-the-job training and attending courses to gain certification, to attending university to gain a diploma or a Bachelor’s degree, and postgraduate study.

Practitioners treating patients need to be registered and hold a practising certificate.

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