Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Examine, diagnose, and treat dental conditions in infants, children, and adolescents.
• Provide preventive dental care, including oral examinations, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants.
• Manage dental caries, gum conditions, and other pediatric dental problems.
• Perform pediatric dental procedures and restorative treatments as required.
• Monitor children’s dental development and identify orthodontic concerns.
• Provide dental care for children with special healthcare needs.
• Educate children and parents about oral hygiene, nutrition, and preventive dental practices.
• Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation.
• Follow infection control protocols and ensure a safe, child-friendly clinical environment.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Recognized Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree.
• Recognized postgraduate qualification in Pediatric Dentistry, such as MDS in Pedodontics or an equivalent qualification.
• Valid professional dental license for the country of practice.
• Previous clinical experience in pediatric dentistry is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of child-focused dental treatments and preventive oral healthcare.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with children, parents, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Commitment to patient safety, professional ethics, and continuous professional development.