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Dental nurses are responsible for providing chairside support to the operator during treatment.
Dental nurses are responsible for providing chairside support to the operator during treatment.
True
The role of the receptionist in a dental practice includes handling appointments and dealing with patients.
The role of the receptionist in a dental practice includes handling appointments and dealing with patients.
True
Good written and verbal communication skills are essential personal qualities for a dental nurse.
Good written and verbal communication skills are essential personal qualities for a dental nurse.
True
Dental therapists can perform the duties of a dental hygienist.
Dental therapists can perform the duties of a dental hygienist.
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Dental hygienists help patients maintain oral health through the prevention of gum disease.
Dental hygienists help patients maintain oral health through the prevention of gum disease.
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A clinical dental technician can only make dentures under the supervision of a dentist.
A clinical dental technician can only make dentures under the supervision of a dentist.
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Dental technicians are allowed to provide direct patient care and treatment.
Dental technicians are allowed to provide direct patient care and treatment.
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The dental practice manager is essential to have dental experience.
The dental practice manager is essential to have dental experience.
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A small dental practice might consist of just one dentist and a dental hygienist.
A small dental practice might consist of just one dentist and a dental hygienist.
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Orthodontic therapists can carry out certain aspects of orthodontic treatment without a dentist's prescription.
Orthodontic therapists can carry out certain aspects of orthodontic treatment without a dentist's prescription.
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Study Notes
Dental Team Roles
- Dental Nurses: Registered professionals supporting dentists and patients.
- Responsibilities: Prepare and maintain the clinical area, including equipment; carry out infection control procedures; document dental charting; prepare and handle dental materials; assist dentists during procedures; maintain patient records; prepare for and process dental radiography; monitor, support, and advise patients; handle medical emergencies; make appropriate referrals.
- Required Qualities: Excellent communication skills; ability to remain calm under pressure; consistent attendance and punctuality; teamwork abilities.
Dental Technicians
- Dental Technicians: Registered professionals creating dental appliances (dentures, crowns, bridges) under a dentist's prescription.
- Responsibilities: Repair dentures directly for the public.
Clinical Dental Technicians (CDTs)
- Clinical Dental Technicians: Registered professionals creating complete dentures directly for patients.
- Responsibilities: Creating various dental appliances.
Dentists
- Dentists: Registered professionals performing all treatments and duties of other team members plus additional responsibilities.
Receptionists
- Receptionists: First point of contact for patients in dental practices.
- Responsibilities: Scheduling appointments; managing appointment books; interacting with patients (in person, by phone, or mail); filing and retrieving records; sending recalls; handling payments.
Dental Practice Managers
- Dental Practice Managers: Oversee non-clinical aspects of dental practices.
- Responsibilities: Managing health and safety; hiring staff; managing finances; managing IT; marketing the practice.
Other Team Members
- Orthodontic Therapists: Registered professionals performing orthodontic treatments under dentists' instructions.
- Dental Hygienists: Registered professionals focusing on oral health prevention and treatment of gum disease.
- Dental Therapists: Registered professionals aiding dentists with various treatments, including restorations, pulpotomies, extractions, crown placement, and patient care planning.
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Explore the various roles within a dental team, including Dental Nurses, Dental Technicians, and Clinical Dental Technicians. Understand their responsibilities, required qualities, and how they contribute to patient care. This quiz will test your knowledge of the different functions and skills essential in the dental profession.
