Basic Purpose

Under general direction, performs professional dental treatment in the planning and execution of a comprehensive program of preventive dentistry and by developing and administering a dental care and treatment program, including diagnostic, prosthetic, surgical, endodontic, periodontal, preventive, and restorative dentistry, for a state correctional institution or facility.

Typical Functions

• Develops and administers a program of preventive dentistry within the institution; participates in the integration of the dental program with other programs of the institution.

• Determines the oral health of the patient and the adjacent structures through the use of visual, digital, and x-ray examinations. If pathology exists, a treatment plan is recommended and followed through with the necessary operative procedures to eliminate or control such pathology within the guidelines of the Department of Corrections.

• Evaluates oral pathology and makes appropriate referrals to oral surgery referral clinic.

• Supervises and/or administers prophylaxis and instruction in oral hygiene.

• Supervises and instructs dental assistants or other dental personnel in records and maintenance and care of equipment and quarters.

Education and Experience

Licensure to practice dentistry in the state of Oklahoma and one (1) year experience in general dentistry preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

Knowledge of the principles and practices of modern dentistry and oral hygiene, and of state legislation regarding the provision of dental services. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; to develop programs within policy limits; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; to apply improved techniques and procedures in all phases of the dental program; and to prepare and present educational programs.