Dental Career Information

Dentistry is the field of health care concerned with the health, treatment and management of the teeth and oral cavity. Dental services are provided by Dentists, specialist Dentists and other members of the dental team (Dental Assistants, Hygienists, and Therapists) in private practices, hospitals and community settings. Other technical dentistry services are provided by Prosthetists and teams of Dental Technicians in dental laboratories.

Dental Roles

Dentistry is the field of health care concerned with the health, treatment and management of the teeth and oral cavity. Oral health can affect eating and nutrition, having a healthy smile, and the ability to communicate, and is key to overall health and wellbeing. Dental services are provided by Dentists, specialist Dentists and other members of the dental team (Dental Assistants, Hygienists, and Therapists) in private practices, hospitals and community settings. Other technical dentistry services are provided by Prosthetists and teams of Dental Technicians in dental laboratories.

General Dentist Jobs

General Dentists provide general dental care for children and adults, which includes preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry, fixed prosthodontics, periodontics, extraction and surgery, and emergency procedures. They often lead a team of dental professionals and staff. They diagnose disease, design care plans, perform hygiene checks and periodic exams, take and interpret X-rays and other diagnostic tests, prescribe medications, and refer patients for specialty care as needed. General Dentists work in primary care settings, such as private practices and dental hospitals, or in secondary care institutions. They complete an accredited 5-year university degree in dentistry, register with the Dental Board of Australia, and can choose to pursue a dental specialty and postgraduate studies.