General Dentist with Orthodontic Experience!

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a qualified General Dentist with orthodontic experience to join our team and help provide exceptional patient care. We are looking for a well experienced orthodontist who possesses comprehensive knowledge of orthodontic treatment including diagnosis, treatment planning and appliance placement and adjustment and has the ability to work effectively with a dental team for our 5+ practices in Brooklyn and Queens. We are seeking a motivated individual who is well detail-oriented and able to work collaboratively with other dental professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform general dental procedures including cleanings, fillings, crowns, and preventive care, while utilizing orthodontic skills to assess and create treatment plans for patients requiring braces or other orthodontic appliances.

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat orthodontic cases, including designing and adjusting braces and aligners, and monitor patient progress throughout the course of treatment.

• Skilled in managing patient comfort, including sedation and anesthesia techniques when necessary

• Educate patients on oral hygiene, post-surgical care, and orthodontic maintenance, providing clear instructions for successful treatment outcomes.

• Maintain accurate patient records, document treatments and progress, and collaborate with specialists as needed for complex cases.

• Participating in continuing education to stay current with the latest orthodontic techniques and technology

• Coordinating with the treatment coordinator to ensure efficient scheduling and follow-up care

• Maintaining communication with referring dentists and other healthcare providers

• Proficiency in using orthodontic appliances, including braces, clear aligners, and retainers

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited dental school.

• DDS or DMD and Completion of an Accredited Orthodontic Residency Program

• Expertise in orthodontic treatment planning and execution

• Proficiency in using orthodontic appliances, including braces, clear aligners, and retainers

• Experience with Various Orthodontic Technologies and Appliances

General Skills:

• Orthodontic Treatment Planning

• Braces and Aligners

• Clear Aligners (e.g., Invisalign)

• Retainers and Post-Treatment Care

• Space Maintainers

• Orthodontic Appliances

• Proficiency in Digital Imaging (CBCT, 3D Imaging)

• Malocclusion Diagnosis

• Attention to Detail and Precision in Treatment

• Ability to Manage Patient Expectations and Treatment Outcomes