Prosthodontist

Core responsibilities:

• Diagnosis and treatment planning:Examine patients using X-rays and dental instruments to diagnose oral health conditions. 
• Discuss patient concerns, medical history, and treatment options. 
• Develop comprehensive treatment plans, sometimes in collaboration with other specialists. 
• Fabrication and fitting of prostheses:Take impressions of teeth and jaws to determine the dimensions for dental prostheses. 
• Send models to a lab for fabrication of devices like crowns, bridges, and dentures. 
• Fit the final prostheses in the patient's mouth and make any necessary adjustments. 
• Restorative and cosmetic procedures:Perform dental bonding to repair chips, cracks, and gaps in teeth. 
• Conduct teeth whitening to treat discoloration. 
• Alter the size of teeth as needed. 
• Management of complex conditions:Treat temporomandibular joint (TMJ/TMD) disorders. 
• Assist with snoring and sleep apnea disorders. 
• Handle issues related to maxillofacial defects, trauma, or congenital deformities. 

Required skills and knowledge:

• Clinical skills: Expertise in dental implants, crowns, bridges, dentures, and cosmetic dentistry. 
• Technical skills: Proficiency in taking dental impressions, fitting prostheses, and performing bonding procedures. 
• Communication skills: Ability to consult with patients, explain procedures, and collaborate with dental and healthcare teams. 
• Knowledge: A strong understanding of dentistry, medicine, and material technology is crucial.