General Dentist

Family Dentistry of Poplar Bluff seeks a General Dentist to provide comprehensive family and cosmetic care in a warm, community-focused practice. You'll perform exams, restorative and preventive treatments, and select cosmetic procedures using modern technology and digital imaging. Collaborate closely with a supportive clinical team, prioritize patient comfort, and build long-term relationships with families in a small-town setting. Ideal candidates are compassionate, patient-focused clinicians who value teamwork, professionalism, and high-quality, evidence-based dentistry.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive general dentistry, including exams, cleanings, fillings, crowns, and simple extractions
• Diagnose oral health conditions and develop personalized treatment plans
• Deliver preventive and patient education focused on long-term oral health
• Perform cosmetic procedures such as whitening and veneers as needed
• Use digital imaging and modern dental technology to support accurate diagnosis and treatment
• Collaborate with hygienists and dental assistants to ensure efficient, high-quality care
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and treatment records
• Ensure strict adherence to infection control, safety, and regulatory standards
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients and families
• Participate in practice improvement, community outreach, and team meetings

Required Skills

• Restorative dentistry (fillings, crowns, bridges)
• Preventive dentistry and patient education
• Diagnosis and treatment planning
• Simple extractions
• Cosmetic dentistry (whitening, veneers)
• Use of digital radiography and imaging
• Local anesthesia administration
• Infection control and sterilization protocols
• Electronic dental records documentation
• Pain and anxiety management techniques