Navy
MEDICAL
Subspecialty
Officer Subspecialty
1740
Operative Dentistry
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Description
<p>Specializes in restoration of teeth to both anatomical and functional form. Performs advanced operative dentistry procedures in restoration of lost or damaged portions of enamel, dentin, and cementum. Conducts research to develop improved techniques and materials. Directs continuing education programs in operative dentistry.</p>
Core Skills
- advanced restorative dentistry
- tooth anatomy reconstruction
- dental materials selection
- adhesive restoration techniques
- occlusion management
- caries assessment
- clinical research design
- dental education delivery
- treatment planning
- patient care documentation
Common Certifications
- American Board of Operative Dentistry Certification
- Advanced Education in General Dentistry Certificate
- Doctor of Dental Surgery License
- Doctor of Dental Medicine License
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
Civilian Career Paths
- DENTAL
- CLINICAL TECHNICIAN
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Dental Medicine
- State Dental License
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Advanced Education in General Dentistry Certificate
Career Growth
- American Board of Operative Dentistry Certification
- Master of Science in Dentistry
- Doctor of Philosophy in Oral Biology
- Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry
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.