O*NET-SOC 29-1021.00

Dentists, General

Examine, diagnose, and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums. May treat diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting oral hygiene and retention of teeth. May fit dental appliances or provide preventive care.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3

Use masks, gloves, and safety glasses to protect patients and self from infectious diseases.Core20562
Examine teeth, gums, and related tissues, using dental instruments, x-rays, or other diagnostic equipment, to evaluate dental health, diagnose diseases or abnormalities, and plan appropriate treatments.Core6926
Administer anesthetics to limit the amount of pain experienced by patients during procedures.Core6925
Use dental air turbines, hand instruments, dental appliances, or surgical implements.Core20563
Formulate plan of treatment for patient's teeth and mouth tissue.Core6927
Diagnose and treat diseases, injuries, or malformations of teeth, gums, or related oral structures and provide preventive or corrective services.Core6931
Write prescriptions for antibiotics or other medications.Core6933
Advise or instruct patients regarding preventive dental care, the causes and treatment of dental problems, or oral health care services.Core6929
Design, make, or fit prosthodontic appliances, such as space maintainers, bridges, or dentures, or write fabrication instructions or prescriptions for denturists or dental technicians.Core6930
Fill pulp chamber and canal with endodontic materials.Core6932
Treat exposure of pulp by pulp capping, removal of pulp from pulp chamber, or root canal, using dental instruments.Core6935
Remove diseased tissue, using surgical instruments.Core6938
Manage business aspects such as employing or supervising staff or handling paperwork or insurance claims.Core20564
Analyze or evaluate dental needs to determine changes or trends in patterns of dental disease.Core6934
Apply fluoride or sealants to teeth.Core6939
Eliminate irritating margins of fillings and correct occlusions, using dental instruments.Core6936
Perform oral or periodontal surgery on the jaw or mouth.Core6937
Plan, organize, or maintain dental health programs.Core6942
Bleach, clean, or polish teeth to restore natural color.Core6941
Produce or evaluate dental health educational materials.Core6943

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 39 examples in 4 categories, 4 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Medical software

ABELSoft ABELDent
ACE Dental
AlphaDent
AltaPoint Data Systems AltaPoint Dental
Data Team DDS
Dental charting software
Dental clinical records software
Dental digital radiology software
Dental imaging software
Dental intra-oral imaging software
DentiMax
DSN Software Dental-Exec
DSN Software Oral Surgery-Exec
DSN Software Perio-Exec
eClinicalWorks EHR softwareHot Technology
EZ 2000
Genesis Dental
Henry Schein DentalVision Professional
Henry Schein DentrixHot Technology
Henry Schein Easy Dental
Henry Schein EndoVision
Henry Schein PerioVision
Kodak Dental Systems Kodak PRACTICEWORKS Practice management software PMS
Kodak Dental Systems Kodak SOFTDENT Practice management software PMS
MDC Services DentalMate
MOGO Dental Software MOGO
OCS Office-Partner
Open Dental
Patterson Dental Supply Patterson EagleSoft
PEB XLDent
Practice management software PMS
Teleo Practice Services The Complete Practitioner
ToothPics software
Voice-activated perio charting software
Windent OMS
Windent SQL

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot Technology

Office suite software

Microsoft Office softwareHot Technology

Internet browser software

Web browser software

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

Examine mouth, teeth, gums, or related facial structures.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards

Protect patients or staff members using safety equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Analyzing Data or Information

Analyze patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Diagnose dental conditions.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Thinking Creatively

Develop medical treatment plans.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Design medical devices or appliances.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Design public or employee health programs.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Handling and Moving Objects

Fabricate medical devices.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Adjust prostheses or other assistive devices.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Controlling Machines and Processes

Operate diagnostic or therapeutic medical instruments or equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Operate diagnostic imaging equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Documenting/Recording Information

Prepare healthcare training materials.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Assisting and Caring for Others

Administer anesthetics or sedatives to control pain.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Operate on patients to treat conditions.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Treat dental problems or diseases.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

Supervise patient care personnel.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Direct healthcare delivery programs.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

Advise patients on preventive care techniques.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Monitoring and Controlling Resources

Prescribe medications.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Five: Extensive Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 19

Distinct tools0

Level mix

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Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.