Careers in Dental Health
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Careers in Dental Health
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Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Dental Assistant (DA)
Dental Radiographer
Endodontist
Oral & Maxillofacial Radiologist (OMFR)
Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA)
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon (OMFS)
Orthodontist
Oral & Maxillofacial Radiologist (OMFR)
Main DutiesInterpret complex dental and facial images to diagnose conditionsHow Radiogaphy Supports a Oral & Maxillofacial Radiologist (OMFR)Analyzes x-rays, CBCT, and other scans to detect disease or traumaRequired Training / Certification Dental degree (DDS/DMD) + 2–4 years specialty residency
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon (OMFS)
Main DutiesPerform surgeries (extractions, implants, jaw surgery)How Radiogaphy Supports a Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon (OMFS)Uses radiographs for surgical planning and assessing bone structure Required Training / Certification Dental degree + 4–6 year surgical residency
Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Main DutiesClean teeth, provide preventive care, educate patients on oral healthHow Radiogaphy Supports a Dental Hygienist (RDH)Takes x-rays to detect cavities, bone loss, and gum disease Required Training / Certification Associate or bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene + national/state board exams
Endodontist
Main DutiesTreat tooth pulp and root canals; relieve tooth painHow Radiogaphy Supports a EndodontistUses x-rays to locate canals, see infection, and confirm treatment Required Training / Certification Dental degree + 2–3 year endodontic residency
Dental Radiographer
Main DutiesCapture high-quality dental images; maintain imaging equipment; follow radiation safetyHow Radiogaphy Supports a Dental RadiographerProduces clear diagnostic images for all dental specialties Required Training / Certification Dental radiology course + state license/certification
Orthodontist
Main Duties Correct misaligned teeth and jaws with braces or aligners How Radiogaphy Supports a OrthodontistUses x-rays to plan treatment and track tooth movement Required Training / Certification Dental degree + 2–3 year orthodontic residency
Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA)
Main DutiesAssist dentist during exams and procedures; sterilize instruments; manage patient comfort.How Radiogaphy Supports a Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA)Takes basic x-rays to help dentist diagnose problems.Required Training / Certification Dental assisting program + state radiology certification
Dental Assistant
Main DutiesAssist dentist during exams and procedures; sterilize instruments; manage patient comfort.How Radiogaphy Supports a Dental AssistantTakes basic x-rays to help dentist diagnose problems. Required Training / Certification Dental assisting program + state radiology certification
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Careers in Dental Health
Get Started
Careers in Dental Health
Click each speciality below to learn more!
Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Dental Assistant (DA)
Dental Radiographer
Endodontist
Oral & Maxillofacial Radiologist (OMFR)
Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA)
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon (OMFS)
Orthodontist
Oral & Maxillofacial Radiologist (OMFR)
Main DutiesInterpret complex dental and facial images to diagnose conditionsHow Radiogaphy Supports a Oral & Maxillofacial Radiologist (OMFR)Analyzes x-rays, CBCT, and other scans to detect disease or traumaRequired Training / Certification Dental degree (DDS/DMD) + 2–4 years specialty residency
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon (OMFS)
Main DutiesPerform surgeries (extractions, implants, jaw surgery)How Radiogaphy Supports a Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon (OMFS)Uses radiographs for surgical planning and assessing bone structure Required Training / Certification Dental degree + 4–6 year surgical residency
Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Main DutiesClean teeth, provide preventive care, educate patients on oral healthHow Radiogaphy Supports a Dental Hygienist (RDH)Takes x-rays to detect cavities, bone loss, and gum disease Required Training / Certification Associate or bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene + national/state board exams
Endodontist
Main DutiesTreat tooth pulp and root canals; relieve tooth painHow Radiogaphy Supports a EndodontistUses x-rays to locate canals, see infection, and confirm treatment Required Training / Certification Dental degree + 2–3 year endodontic residency
Dental Radiographer
Main DutiesCapture high-quality dental images; maintain imaging equipment; follow radiation safetyHow Radiogaphy Supports a Dental RadiographerProduces clear diagnostic images for all dental specialties Required Training / Certification Dental radiology course + state license/certification
Orthodontist
Main Duties Correct misaligned teeth and jaws with braces or aligners How Radiogaphy Supports a OrthodontistUses x-rays to plan treatment and track tooth movement Required Training / Certification Dental degree + 2–3 year orthodontic residency
Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA)
Main DutiesAssist dentist during exams and procedures; sterilize instruments; manage patient comfort.How Radiogaphy Supports a Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA)Takes basic x-rays to help dentist diagnose problems.Required Training / Certification Dental assisting program + state radiology certification
Dental Assistant
Main DutiesAssist dentist during exams and procedures; sterilize instruments; manage patient comfort.How Radiogaphy Supports a Dental AssistantTakes basic x-rays to help dentist diagnose problems. Required Training / Certification Dental assisting program + state radiology certification