Dentistry, also known as dental medicine and oral medicine, is a branch of medicines that consists of the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions of the oral cavity, commonly in the dentition but also the oral mucosa, and of adjacent and related structures and tissues, particularly in the maxillofacial (jaw and facial) area.Although primarily associated with teeth among the general public, the field of dentistry or dental medicine is not limited to teeth but includes other aspects of the craniofacial complex including the temporomandibular joint and other supporting, muscular, lymphatic, nervous, vascular, and anatomical structures.
▪️Occupation type of dentistry is “Profession”and they are called “Dentists “.
▪️The dentists have different activity sectors like Health care, Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, Medicine, Pharmacology, Cosmesis, Surgery.
▪️The qualification required to be a dentist is “Dental degree”.
▪️The fields of employment are:
a) Private practices (Primary care clinics)
b) Secondary practices(dental hospitals)
c) Hospitals (prisons, armed forces bases, etc.)
▪️The skills required to be a dentist are:-
a)Sub-Millimeter Surgical Dexterity
b)Knowledge of human health, disease, pathology, and anatomy
c) Communication/Interpersonal Skills
d) Analytical Skills
e) Critical Thinking
f) Empathy/Professionalism
▪️The jobs related to this field are:-
a) Physician
b) Dental assistant
c) Dental technician
d) Dental hygienist
e) Various dental specialists
Dental treatments are carried out by a dental team, which often consists of a dentist and dental auxiliaries (dental assistants, dental hygienists, dental technicians, as well as dental therapists).
