Dentist, Ngaio niho
Also known as
- General dentist, dental practitioner, dental surgeon
Dentists study and treat diseases, injuries and problems of the mouth, teeth, gums and jaw. They also educate patients on how to avoid oral health problems.
Your pay could be
$185K
Lower
$206K to $247K
Most common
$268K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Dentists
- usually work regular business hours
- usually work in dental clinics
- may work in hazardous conditions
- need to be responsible, methodical and safety conscious
Tasks
- Protect patients or staff members using safety equipment.
- Examine mouth, teeth, gums, or related facial structures.
- Operate diagnostic or therapeutic medical instruments or equipment.
- Operate diagnostic imaging equipment.
- Administer anaesthetics or sedatives to control pain.
- Develop medical treatment plans.
- Diagnose dental conditions.
- Treat dental problems or diseases.
- Prescribe medications.
- Design medical devices or appliances.
You need a qualification to become a dentist.
You need
- to complete the Health Sciences First Year programme at the University of Otago
- a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Otago
- an Annual Practising Certificate
- to pass a police check
Registration
You need to be registered to do this job. This means you meet your industry's professional standards.
Dental Council of New Zealand
Te Kaunihera Tiaki Niho
Phone Number,04 499 4820
inquiries@dcnz.org.nz
https://www.dcnz.org.nzIf you’re in school
You need University Entrance to do the study or training for this job.
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