Description
Dental care can often go beyond the realm of annual checkups. Performing a wide range of surgical treatments, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons address injuries and conditions affecting the oral and facial regions. From the removal of impacted teeth to the repair of facial trauma, these highly skilled specialists conduct procedures to improve the function or appearance of the affected areas.
Core Skills
- clinical data review
- treatment planning
- electronic health record documentation
- imaging interpretation basics
- risk assessment and mitigation
- interdisciplinary coordination
- technical procedure documentation
- quality and safety compliance
- case management
- time management in procedural settings
Common Certifications
- American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS) Board Certification
- State Dental License (DDS/DMD)
- Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- HIPAA Compliance Training
- Joint Commission Standards Training
Civilian Career Paths
- DENTAL
- SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY
- ADMINISTRATION
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