Navy Officer Subspecialty · Medical
1730 Maxillofacial Prosthetics
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Overview
Maxillofacial prosthodontists create and fit prostheses that restore oral, facial, and craniofacial structures. They coordinate reconstructive care for patients with trauma, cancer, congenital differences, or surgical defects.
Core Skills
- maxillofacial rehabilitation
- prosthesis design
- craniofacial anatomy
- dental implant planning
- facial impression taking
- prosthetic materials
- oncologic reconstruction support
- multidisciplinary patient care
- digital prosthodontics
Civilian Software & Tools
- Apple iOS
- Henry Schein Dentrix
- Consult-PRO
- Henry Schein DentalVision Professional
- Henry Schein Easy Dental
- Image management software
- Kea Software impDAT
- Kodak Dental Systems Kodak PRACTICEWORKS Practice management software PMS
Civilian Career Paths
- Dental
- Rehabilitation
- Clinical Technician
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- State Dental License (DDS/DMD)
Career Growth
- American Board of Prosthodontics Diplomate Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Also Common
- Nitrous Oxide and Sedation Certification
- Controlled Substance Registration Certificate
What the Work Involves
- Examine patients to diagnose oral health conditions and diseases.
- Fit prostheses to patients, making any necessary adjustments and modifications.
- Replace missing teeth and associated oral structures with permanent fixtures, such as implant-supported prostheses, crowns and bridges, or removable fixtures, such as dentures.
- Measure and take impressions of patients' jaws and teeth to determine the shape and size of dental prostheses, using face bows, dental articulators, recording devices, and other materials.
- Collaborate with general dentists, specialists, and other health professionals to develop solutions to dental and oral health concerns.
Related Occupations
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
- Dentists, General
- Orthodontists
- Pediatric Surgeons
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: graduate-level education or extensive experience.
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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