Dentist

Duties and responsibilities:

What dentist do is remove decay from teeth and fill cavities.Repair cracked or fractured teeth and remove teeth.Dentist can use braces to straighten patients teeth to correct bite issues.Place whitening agents on teeth.Give anesthetics to keep patients from feeling pain during procedures.Write prescriptions for antibiotics or other medications.Examine x rays of teeth, gums, the jaw, and nearby areas for problems.Make models and measurements for dental appliances, such as dentures, to fit patients.Teach patients about diet, flossing, use of fluoride, and other aspects of dental care.Dentists use a variety of equipment, including x-ray machines, drills, mouth mirrors, probes, forceps, brushes, and scalpels. They also use lasers, digital scanners, and other computer technologies. In a nutshell all dentist do is fix your teeth.

Salary:

$128,784-$149,310

Education:

Bachelors degree and dental school

Demand:

Yes there is a demand for more dentist. The job can grow up to 18% from 2014-2024.

Reflection:

Being a dentist is a good paying job. Although there is a lot of risks. Many dentist get sued.