Providing oral health education to patients
Using a variety of dental instruments to scale, polish and clean teeth
Removing plaque and applying treatments to remove or reduce decay
Ensuring that dental tools and instruments are sterilised appropriately
Taking radiographs and impressions of teeth and giving local anaesthetic under the Dentist’s supervision
Applying temporary sealants and coatings to protect teeth
Collecting dental and medical histories and maintaining health records of patients
Working to a professional code of ethics and keeping up to date with recent developments within the industry