Description
When Airmen require specialized dental care, we make sure they have access to exactly what they need. Responsible for examining, diagnosing and treating diseases that form on different tissues around the teeth, Air Force Periodontists provide surgical and nonsurgical care to the issues of the gums and bones surrounding the jaw. These specialists play an integral role in providing the best care possible to our Airmen and their families.
Core Skills
- clinical diagnosis and treatment planning
- periodontal surgery
- digital health record documentation
- medical imaging interpretation
- interdisciplinary care coordination
- patient education and counseling
- infection control and compliance
- practice management fundamentals
- quality assurance in clinical settings
- research and evidence-based practice
- leadership and staff supervision
- risk management and documentation
Common Certifications
- State Dental License (DDS/DMD)
- Board Certification in Periodontics (ABP)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- HIPAA Compliance Training
- Joint Commission Standards Training
Civilian Career Paths
- DENTAL
- CLINICAL TECHNICIAN
- PUBLIC HEALTH
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Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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