Navy Officer Subspecialty · Medical
1769 Prosthodontics
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Overview
Prosthodontists replace or restore lost, missing, or diseased teeth with artificial dentures and multiple inlays. They apply physiological and biological principles to restore normal occlusion and the functional relationship of the jaws and teeth.
Core Skills
- prosthodontic treatment planning
- denture design
- crown and bridge restoration
- dental inlay application
- occlusion reconstruction
- jaw relationship analysis
- implant restoration
- dental laboratory coordination
- oral function restoration
- patient prosthesis fit
Civilian Software & Tools
- eClinicalWorks EHR software
- Henry Schein Dentrix
- ABELSoft ABELDent
- ACE Dental
- AlphaDent
- AltaPoint Data Systems AltaPoint Dental
- Henry Schein DentalVision Professional
- Kodak Dental Systems Kodak PRACTICEWORKS Practice management software PMS
Civilian Career Paths
- Dental
- Rehabilitation
- Training and Education
Training & Development
Getting Started
- State Dental License (DDS/DMD)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Career Growth
- American Board of Prosthodontics Certification
- Fellow of the American College of Prosthodontists
Also Common
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
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
- Orthodontists
- Pediatric Surgeons
- 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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