Navy
MEDICAL
Subspecialty
Officer Subspecialty
1700
General Dentistry
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Description
General dentists provide broad oral health care, including examinations, diagnosis, prevention, restorative treatment, and management of common dental conditions. They may also coordinate referrals for complex cases requiring dental specialists.
Core Skills
- oral examination
- dental diagnosis
- restorative dentistry
- preventive dentistry
- periodontal care
- dental radiography
- local anesthesia
- treatment planning
- patient education
Common Certifications
- Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Dental Medicine Degree
- State Dental License
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Nitrous Oxide and Sedation Certification
- Controlled Substance Registration Certificate
Civilian Career Paths
- DENTAL
- PUBLIC HEALTH
- CLINICAL TECHNICIAN
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Dental Medicine Degree
- Accredited General Dentistry Residency
- Basic Life Support Certification
- State Dental License
Career Growth
- Advanced Education in General Dentistry Certificate
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
- Nitrous Oxide and Sedation Certification
- Dental Practice Management Certificate
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.