Dr. Khalid Samir Dental Clinic

Most dentists work in dental practices where the team may include a dental nurse, hygienist, therapist and technician, plus a receptionist.

A dentist is typically responsible for:

1)educating patients on oral healthcare
2)examining teeth and diagnosing patients' dental conditions by using tools such as x-rays

3)assessing treatment options and agreeing treatment plans with patients

4)carrying out agreed clinical treatments such as restoring teeth affected by decay and treating gum disease

5)maintaining patients' dental records
6)recruiting, training and managing staff
7)managing budgets and maintaining stocks of equipment

8)keeping abreast of new developments through structured continuing professional development (CPD)

9) marketing services to potential clients.