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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Periodontist to join our dental team. As a Periodontist, you will be responsible for diagnosing and treating periodontal disease, performing surgical procedures, and collaborating with other dental professionals to provide comprehensive patient care. You will also educate patients on maintaining optimal oral health and work to prevent the progression of periodontal disease. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in periodontics, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing high-quality patient care. You will be expected to stay current with the latest advancements in periodontal treatments and technologies, and to apply this knowledge to improve patient outcomes. Your role will involve detailed patient assessments, developing personalized treatment plans, and performing a variety of procedures including scaling and root planing, gum grafting, and dental implant placement. You will also be responsible for managing patient records, ensuring compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations, and maintaining a sterile and organized work environment. This position requires a high level of precision, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively under pressure. If you are passionate about periodontics and are looking for a challenging and rewarding career, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
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- Perform surgical procedures such as gum grafting and dental implant placement.
- Collaborate with other dental professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Educate patients on maintaining optimal oral health.
- Develop personalized treatment plans for patients.
- Perform scaling and root planing procedures.
- Manage patient records and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Stay current with advancements in periodontal treatments and technologies.
- Maintain a sterile and organized work environment.
- Provide post-operative care and follow-up with patients.
- Conduct detailed patient assessments and examinations.
- Use diagnostic tools such as X-rays and CT scans.
- Administer local anesthesia and sedation as needed.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
- Communicate effectively with patients and their families.
- Participate in continuing education and professional development activities.
- Supervise and train dental assistants and hygienists.
- Ensure patient comfort and manage pain during procedures.
- Adhere to all relevant ethical and professional standards.
Requirements
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- Specialty training in periodontics from an accredited program.
- Board certification in periodontics.
- Valid state dental license.
- Strong knowledge of periodontal disease and treatment options.
- Excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to continuing education and professional development.
- Attention to detail and high level of precision.
- Ability to develop personalized treatment plans.
- Experience with dental implant placement and gum grafting.
- Proficiency in using diagnostic tools such as X-rays and CT scans.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations in a dental setting.
- Ability to manage patient records and documentation.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to educate patients on oral health maintenance.
- Experience in providing post-operative care.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other dental professionals.
- Commitment to providing high-quality patient care.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What motivated you to specialize in periodontics?
- Can you describe your experience with dental implant placement?
- How do you stay current with advancements in periodontal treatments?
- Describe a challenging case you have handled and how you managed it.
- How do you ensure patient comfort during procedures?
- What strategies do you use to educate patients about oral health?
- How do you handle a situation where a patient is not responding to treatment?
- Can you provide an example of how you have collaborated with other dental professionals?
- What steps do you take to maintain a sterile and organized work environment?
- How do you manage your time and prioritize tasks in a busy dental practice?