General Dentist at Zoom 36 Dental Clinic
Confidential
Lagos, Nigeria
Permanent
Published 1 month ago · Expires 3 weeks from now
Job description
## Title: General Dentist
About the Role
We are seeking a qualified General Dentist to join our team. This position offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive dental care to patients, including diagnosis, treatment planning, and a wide range of restorative, cosmetic, and surgical procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Examine patients' teeth, gums, and jaws to diagnose problems and create personalized treatment plans
- Perform restorative procedures including fillings, crowns, and bridges
- Deliver cosmetic services such as teeth whitening and bonding
- Extract teeth and perform minor surgical procedures
- Conduct root canals and fit patients for dentures and other dental appliances
- Administer anesthetics and prescribe medications
- Interpret X-rays and other diagnostic tests to identify dental problems
- Manage patient records accurately and maintain patient confidentiality
- Recognize when specialized care is needed and refer patients to appropriate specialists
Required Skills and Competencies
- Broad clinical knowledge for diagnosing and treating various dental conditions
- Effective communication skills with ability to explain procedures clearly and address patient anxiety
- Strong attention to detail for accurate diagnoses and precise treatment execution
- Problem-solving and decision-making abilities to select appropriate treatment options
- Excellent manual dexterity for precise hand and finger movements
- Professional rapport-building with patients