Dentist Job Description Examine, diagnose, and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums. May treat diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting oral hygiene and retention of teeth. May fit dental appliances or provide preventive care.Dentist Responsibilities Formulate plan of treatment for patient’s teeth and mouth tissue.Write prescriptions for antibiotics or other medications.Perform oral or periodontal surgery on the jaw or mouth.Fill pulp chamber and canal with endodontic materials.Remove diseased tissue, using surgical instruments.Skills Required Critical Thinking : Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.Judgment and Decision Making : Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.Active Listening : Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.Monitoring : Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.Speaking : Talking to others to convey information effectively.Complex Problem Solving : Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.Dentist Job Outlook There were about 132,800 jobs for Dentist in 2016 (in the United States). New jobs are being produced at a rate of 19.4% which is above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 25,700 new jobs for Dentist by 2026. Due to new job openings and attrition, there will be an average of 6,400 job openings in this field each year.The states with the most job growth for Dentist are Arizona, Maryland, and Tennessee .The average yearly salary of a Dentist ranges between $72,810 and $208,000.How to Become a Dentist Individuals working as a Dentist have obtained the following education levels:#J-18808-Ljbffr