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Dental Specialist
Diagnoses and treats diseases, injuries, irregularities and malformations of teeth and associated structures in the mouth and jaw using surgery and other specialist techniques.
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Main tasks
- Examines patients' teeth, gums and related facial structures to diagnose and treat complex dental conditions caused by injuries, decay or malformations of the teeth and mouth
- Performs and interprets dental radiographs (X-rays) and other diagnostic tests
- Prescribes medications and administers anaesthesia to patients as necessary
- Collaborates with other dental professionals to develop treatment plans, explain them to patients, and monitor progress
- May surgically remove teeth or tumours, and perform restorative and cosmetic oral and maxillofacial surgery on patients
- May use specialised techniques to make dental prostheses and orthodontic devices for aesthetic and functional correction
Specialisations
EndodontistOral and Maxillofacial SurgeonOral PathologistOrthodontistPaedodontistPeriodontistProsthodontist
Registration & licensing
Registration or licensing is required.
State nomination
8 state(s) nominate Dental Specialist for the 190 / 491 visa. See the details by state:
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