Navy Officer Subspecialty · Medical
1740 Operative Dentistry
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Overview
An operative dentistry specialist restores lost or damaged portions of teeth to their anatomical and functional form. The specialist performs advanced procedures involving enamel, dentin, and cementum, researches improved techniques and materials, and directs continuing education programs.
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
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
- Clinical Technician
- Training and Education
Training & Development
Getting Started
- State Dental License (DDS/DMD)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Career Growth
- American Board of Operative Dentistry Certification
- AGD Fellowship Award
Also Common
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
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.
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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