Dental Therapist
OSCA 269133·ANZSCO 411214
2,600
55.7%
90.8%
33 yrs
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
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About this career
Assesses, diagnoses, treats, manages and prevents oral health disease, and promotes positive oral health among individuals and the community.
What they typically do
- Assesses, diagnoses, treats, manages and prevents oral health disease for patients of all ages
- Provides preventive dental care including oral hygiene instruction, fluoride treatments and sealant application
- Performs non-surgical treatment of gum diseases
- Supports orthodontic procedures
- Performs routine dental procedures such as cleaning and polishing teeth
- Provides education and information to promote positive oral health
- Takes dental radiographs (X-rays) and interprets the results
- Provides restorative dental care including fillings and children's crowns
- Collaborates with other dental practitioners to ensure optimal patient care
Where they work
States and territories
Share of workers by location
Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Dental Therapist.
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