Omid Haidari

Dental Assistant Responsibilities
1. Prepare and sterilize dental tools and equipment.
2. Assist dentist during procedures.
3. Ensure cleanliness and organization of the dental office.
4. Provide post-treatment instructions to patients.
5. Educate patients on oral hygiene practices.

6. Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.

7. Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.

Observer Responsibilities
1. Attend treatment sessions and gain practical experience.
2. Observe and analyze treatment processes.
3. Interact effectively with patients and dental staff.
4. Respond to patient inquiries and alleviate concerns.
5. Ask relevant questions to enhance knowledge

• Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs.
• Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
• Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
• Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
• Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
• Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
• Handled billing inquiries from insurance companies regarding claims submitted by the office.
• Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
• Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.

1. Diagnosing and Treating Oral Diseases: Assessing dental and gum issues and determining appropriate treatment plans.
2. Conducting Regular Check-ups: Regularly examining oral and dental health to prevent and timely treat issues.
3. Cleaning Teeth: Performing scaling and polishing to remove plaque and tartar.
4. Filling Cavities: Repairing dental decay with filling materials.
5. Root Canal Treatment: Treating infections inside the tooth and its roots using root canal procedures.
6. Tooth Extractions: Removing damaged or untreatable teeth.
7. Performing Minor Oral Surgeries: Conducting minor surgeries like cyst removal or treating oral lesions.
8. Installing Prosthetics, Bridges, and Implants: Replacing missing teeth with prosthetics, bridges, and dental implants.
9. Providing Cosmetic Treatments: Offering cosmetic services like teeth whitening and dental veneers.
10. Treating Gum Diseases: Providing various treatments for gum diseases such as deep cleaning and gum surgeries.
11. Patient Consultation: Advising patients on oral hygiene and preventive methods.
12. Using Dental Radiographs: Taking and interpreting X-ray images for more accurate diagnosis of oral issues.
13. Taking Dental Impressions: Creating molds for prosthetics, bridges, and other dental devices.
14. Providing Post-Treatment Instructions: Guiding patients on necessary care after dental treatments.

Responsibilities of an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

1. Diagnosis and Treatment of Jaw and Facial Issues: Evaluate and diagnose diseases and abnormalities of the jaw, face, and mouth.
2. Complex Surgeries: Perform complex surgeries such as orthognathic surgery (correcting jaw abnormalities) and surgeries for oral and facial tumors.
3. Treatment of Jaw and Facial Fractures: Stabilize and perform surgery on fractures of the maxilla (upper jaw) and mandible (lower jaw).
4. Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgeries: Conduct cosmetic surgeries like facelifts and sinus lifts.
5. Dental Surgeries: Perform dental implant surgeries and extract impacted wisdom teeth.
6. Postoperative Care: Monitor and care for patients post-surgery to ensure healing and reduce complications.
7. Patient Education and Counseling: Provide patients with information and advice about treatment procedures, postoperative care, and preventive measures.
8. Collaboration with Medical Team: Work with other medical and dental professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
9. Use of Advanced Technology: Utilize advanced technologies such as digital radiology, CT scans, and minimally invasive surgical techniques.
10. Research and Development: Participate in scientific research and develop new techniques and methods in oral and maxillofacial surgery.