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General requirements:

• While minimum requirements vary from state to state, any associate dentist should have a current license to practice in the state and proof of insurance.

General duties include:

• examining and diagnosing patients

• evaluating radiographs and scans

• developing patient treatment plans

• performing clinical professional services including administering anesthesia

• repairing or replacing fractured and/or diseased teeth

• extracting teeth

• performing periodontal surgery

• prescribing medications for patients in accord with recognized guidelines

• authorizing the manufacture of dental prosthetics by dental laboratories

In addition, other duties include

• confirming that patients are knowledgeable about the importance of proper oral health care and the connection between oral health and systemic health

• confirming that patient records accurately reflect the procedures performed and correct billing procedures have been followed

• supervising and managing staff when appropriate