Dentist

Gentle Dental Centers; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Job summary

Gentle Dental Center is seeking a skilled Dentist to lead a team and provide comprehensive dental care with a strong focus on patient satisfaction and oral health.

You will supervise hygienists and staff, develop individualized treatment plans, perform procedures from fillings to implants, and stay current with advancements through ongoing education and professional development.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental school.
• Current state license to practice dentistry in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Conducting thorough oral examinations, reviewing patients’ histories, and diagnosing conditions.
• Developing personalized treatment plans based on patients’ needs and goals.
• Interpreting diagnostic tests and performing fillings, extractions, root canals, crowns/bridges, dentures, and implants.
• Administering anesthetics and sedatives as necessary for comfort during procedures.
• Educating patients on oral hygiene practices and preventive care.
• Coordinating with dental specialists to provide comprehensive care.
• Staying updated on advances in techniques and technologies through continuing education.
• Managing and supervising dental hygienists, assistants, and staff to ensure efficient operation.
• Fostering a welcoming office environment and delivering excellent patient service.

Skills

Dental examinations

Treatment planning

Root canal therapy

Dental implants

Anesthesia administration

Patient education

Team leadership

Continuing education

Patient care

Practice management

Education

DDS or DMD degree

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and caring Dentist to join Gentle Dental Center to provide comprehensive dental care to our patients while ensuring the highest level of patient satisfaction and oral health. You will lead a team of dental professionals, including dental hygienists, dental assistants, and administrative staff, to deliver exceptional dental services. Applicants must have a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited dental school, current state license to practice dentistry and be in good standing. A signing bonus may be available for the right candidate.

• Conducting thorough oral examinations, reviewing patients’ dental and medical histories, and diagnosing dental conditions and diseases
• Developing and implementing personalized treatment plans based on patients’ oral health needs and goals
• Interpreting diagnostic tests and performing dental procedures such as fillings, extractions, root canal therapy, crown and bridge work, dentures, and dental implants
• Administering anesthetics and sedatives as necessary for patient comfort during dental procedures
• Educating patients on oral hygiene practices, preventive dental care, and the importance of regular dental visits
• Coordinating and collaborating with dental specialists, as needed, to provide comprehensive patient care
• Staying updated on the latest advancements in dental techniques, technologies, and best practices through continuing education and professional development
• Managing and supervising dental hygienists, dental assistants, and other dental staff to ensure efficient and effective operation of the dental practice
• Fostering a positive and welcoming dental office environment, providing excellent customer service and patient care