Army MOS · Medical
63E Endodontist
Overview
An Army Endodontist examines and diagnoses diseases of the dental pulp, traumatic injuries to the pulp and periradicular tissues, and the sequelae of those diseases and injuries. The endodontist treats or prescribes treatment for these conditions and their sequelae.
Core Skills
- diagnostic reasoning
- fine motor and technical skills
- evidence-based practice
- patient communication and education
- documentation and record keeping
- risk assessment and mitigation
- quality assurance participation
- time management
- interdisciplinary collaboration
- training and mentoring junior staff
Civilian Software & Tools
- eClinicalWorks EHR software
- Henry Schein Dentrix
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- ABELSoft ABELDent
- ACE Dental
- AlphaDent
- AltaPoint Data Systems AltaPoint Dental
Civilian Career Paths
- Dental
- Administration
Training & Development
Getting Started
- ADEX Dental Exam
- Integrated National Board Dental Examination (INBDE)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Career Growth
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Board Certified General Dentist
- Board Certified Endodontist
What the Work Involves
- Use masks, gloves, and safety glasses to protect patients and self from infectious diseases.
- Examine teeth, gums, and related tissues, using dental instruments, x-rays, or other diagnostic equipment, to evaluate dental health, diagnose diseases or abnormalities, and plan appropriate treatments.
- Administer anesthetics to limit the amount of pain experienced by patients during procedures.
- Use dental air turbines, hand instruments, dental appliances, or surgical implements.
- Formulate plan of treatment for patient's teeth and mouth tissue.
Related Occupations
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
- Prosthodontists
- Orthodontists
- Dental Assistants
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: graduate-level education or extensive experience.
Formerly Known As (Legacy)
Retired codes that converted into 63E. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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