Dentist

Background

Dentists diagnose and treat problems with people's teeth, gums, and mouths. They clean teeth, fill cavities, extract damaged teeth, and fit crowns or braces. Dentists also educate patients about good oral hygiene and prevention of dental disease.

Similar Roles

Dental Hygienist

Lessons to help you on this path

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Next Step Roles

Specialist Dentist→Dental Practice Owner→Dental Director→Consultant Dentist

Publications

British Dental JournalJournal of Dental Research

Books

The Dental Student's Guide to SuccessDentistry and the Community

Movies

The DentistTooth Fairy

Key Figures

William HunterLucy Hobbs TaylorChristoph BumannEdith Kaneko

Classification

SIC Code0, 0The Standard Industry Code

Dewey Reference617.6, 610.69For looking up books in your local library

Synonyms

Dental SurgeonDental PractitionerGeneral Dentist

Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026

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