Dentistry is a highly respected and rewarding profession that offers a variety of career paths. You can help improve patients’ oral health in many ways, including working in dentistry or at the front desk.
In this blog, we will explore the different career paths in dentistry and the steps required to pursue them.
What Makes Dentistry a Good Career Choice?
Choosing a career in dentistry offers a unique opportunity to positively impact people’s lives every day. As a dentist, you’ll play a crucial role in promoting oral health and overall well-being. You’ll have the chance to build meaningful relationships with patients, helping them achieve and maintain healthy smiles for a lifetime.
Dentistry offers exciting job opportunities where you can keep learning and advancing in your career. A job in dentistry lets you help people by fixing smiles, reducing pain, or making their visits better. You can really make a difference in their lives.
Various Career Paths in Dentistry
In dentistry, there are different careers you can choose besides being a dentist or specialist. These careers are also very important.
Dental Hygienist
In this role, you’ll be responsible for providing professional dental hygiene services to patients, including cleanings, exams, and preventive treatments. You will work with dentists to check oral health, teach patients about dental care, and promote good oral hygiene.
The ideal candidate will have a degree in dental hygiene, a valid licence to practise, and excellent interpersonal skills.
Dental Nurse
As a Dental Nurse, you’ll assist our dentists during procedures, maintain sterilisation and infection control standards, and ensure the comfort of our patients throughout their visit. If you’re a qualified dental nurse with excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and a passion for patient care, we want to hear from you! Previous experience in a dental setting and knowledge of dental procedures and equipment are preferred.
Dental Nurse Apprenticeships
In this position, you will help experienced dental professionals during patient visits, ensure cleanliness and hygiene standards are met in the surgery, and provide assistance with administrative duties as required. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced dental environment while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.
No prior experience is required, but a willingness to learn and a passion for patient care are essential. If you’re looking to kickstart your career in dentistry without going to University – an apprenticeship might be for you.
Front of House
As the welcoming face at our front desk, you play a crucial role in creating a positive patient experience at our clinic. In addition to handling administrative tasks, you provide comfort and organisation in our daily operations. Your excellent communication skills allow you to address inquiries, schedule appointments, and address concerns effectively, ensuring that every patient feels valued and supported.
Your friendly demeanour creates a welcoming atmosphere, helping to alleviate any anxieties and build trust with each interaction. Behind the scenes, you efficiently manage appointments and schedules to ensure a smooth flow of patient traffic. Your commitment to going above and beyond for our patients is evident in your dedication to meeting their needs and surpassing their expectations. In the dynamic field of dental care, your role is essential in shaping both the initial and lasting impressions on our patients’ journey to oral health and well-being.
Progression
At Aurora Dental & Implant Clinic, we believe in supporting our team members’ growth and development. Whether you’re a dental professional looking to enhance your skills or an apprentice eager to learn, there are plenty of opportunities for progression here. Each role is essential to our goal of providing exceptional patient care. Join us on this journey of personal and professional fulfilment and start your enquire about career opportunities in dentistry, where every step forward enriches our commitment to outstanding dentistry.
Employee Testimonials
We’re happy to take on dental professionals at any point in their career and regularly invest in apprentices to ensure that individuals wishing to pursue alternative career paths are given the chance to do so. On-the-job learning and continued professional development are integral to our core values and we welcome ambitious people who are constantly striving to add to their existing knowledge and skill set.
Hear from some of our employees:
Apprentice Dental Nurse – Supportive team and good management!
I am so glad that I chose Aurora to complete my apprenticeship and I would recommend this company to those looking to begin a new career as a dental nurse. The management is very supportive and allows apprentices enough time during working hours to complete any coursework. All members of staff are friendly and hard-working which means that there is a good environment to work within.
Patient Experience Manager – Fun, supportive & great benefits!
Aurora is one of the best companies I have worked for as they’re professional, caring and offer great staff benefits. I was drawn to Aurora as it looked like a fun and friendly place to work and I was not wrong! Aurora always recognises hard work, if you’re willing to put the work in you will reap the rewards. Every member of staff is always shown appreciation.
Dental Hygienist – Really lovely place to work!
Very well organised, efficiently run small group of 3 dental practices that still have the small friendly family run feel. I have loved working here, friendly, approachable management and a great bunch of staff that have truly become friends for life, which all make for a good working atmosphere. Very supportive of any further training you may wish to undertake and a lot of CPD is provided in house. I’d highly recommend Aurora Dental and Implant Clinic as a great place to work.
Get In Touch
We believe we have covered everything for now. However, if you have any questions, please feel free to contact your nearest clinic. We have clinics across Wiltshire, with locations in Chippenham, Corsham, Swindon and Devizes.
Our team is friendly and eager to provide you with all the answers you need for your dental care. We are happy to help you with any questions or concerns you may have about taking care of your teeth.
To ensure your teeth’s optimal health, please schedule an appointment with one of our dentists. It is important to book as soon as possible. Book your appointment today.
Email us at – smile@auroradentalclinic.co.uk
Call us on – 01249 846915
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