Description
The US Army Pediatric Dentist Officer examines, diagnoses, and treats or prescribes treatment for diseases, abnormalities, injuries, and defects of teeth and supporting structures for children from birth through adolescence, and special patients of any age who demonstrate mental, physical, and/or emotional handicaps.
Core Skills
- clinical assessment and diagnosis
- pediatric patient care
- treatment planning
- behavior management and communication with children
- medical and dental documentation
- infection control and safety compliance
- interdisciplinary team collaboration
- patient and family education
- time management
- ethical decision making
- practice management awareness
- teaching and mentoring
Common Certifications
- Board Certification in Pediatric Dentistry (ABPD)
- State Dental License (DDS/DMD)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Sedation/Anesthesia Permit (if applicable)
- HIPAA Compliance Training
- Joint Commission Standards Training
Civilian Career Paths
- DENTAL
- PUBLIC HEALTH
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