Oral Surgeon

Bain Dental Group•Villa Rica, GA

About The Position

This position is responsible for performing surgeries on patients who require specialist orofacial procedures; consulting with patients; discussing treatment options; treating patients; overseeing aftercare; and coordinating with other specialists, when necessary.

Requirements

Doctor of Medical Dentistry (DMD) degree or a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree, with one to two years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Licensed to practice as an Oral Surgeon.
Proficiency in Internet Software; Word Processing Software (Word); Electronic Mail Software (Outlook).
Exceptional attention to detail.
Outstanding hand-eye coordination and dexterity.
Wonderful bedside manner.
Excellent communicator who can empathize with patients.

Responsibilities

Consults with patients and analyzing patient data to determine patient needs and treatment goals.
Collaborates with other specialists, such as restorative dentists and orthodontists, to plan treatments.
Records patient care by maintaining detailed notes of appointments with patients, including comments, tests, and/or treatments prescribed, and test results.
Administers general and local anesthetics, when necessary.
Performs surgical procedures to extract impacted or damaged teeth, place dental implants, and remove tumors and other abnormal growths of the oral and/or facial regions.
Prescribes medication to improve recovery and control pain after procedures.
Treats infections of the oral cavity, salivary glands, jaw, face, and neck.
Provides emergency treatment of orofacial injuries including facial lacerations, intraoral lacerations, and fractured facial bones.
Performs minor cosmetic procedures, such as chin and cheekbone enhancements.
Provides support and advice to patients receiving long-term care.
Conducts research on defects, diseases, and disorders affecting the oral and/or facial regions.
Performs other related duties as assigned by management.