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Oral Surgeon, You Are
In the galaxy, a skilled oral surgeon you must be. Complex dental surgeries, perform you will. Demand for your skills, growing it is, especially in urban areas where high-quality dental care, sought after it is. A rewarding career, this is, in a dynamic and innovative environment.
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Curious about being a oral surgeon, you are? Here's the honest picture - what you'd really do, what you'd earn, and every way in. No need to decide anything yet.
What you'd actually do
As an oral surgeon, perform a variety of surgeries you will. Tooth extractions, implants, and jaw surgeries, include these. Work closely with dental professionals, you must. Technical skill and communication abilities, both are required. Calm your patients' fears, you must, and explain treatment options to them. Responsible for follow-up care, you will be.
1Perform surgical procedures in the mouth and jaw area, you will
2Consult with patients on treatment plans and aftercare, you must
3Collaborate with a team of dental professionals, you will
Career progression & pay
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Getting in
Junior Oral Surgeon
£30,000
Dental Degree
Begin your journey as a junior oral surgeon, you will. Under the guidance of experienced colleagues, work you must.
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Building up
Mid-Level Oral Surgeon
£50,000
At least 5 years of experience
Take on more complex surgeries, you will. Build your own patient base, you must.
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At the top
Senior Oral Surgeon
£80,000
Specialization in Oral Surgery
Recognized expert in your field, you will be. Lead a team of surgeons, you may.
Degrees that lead here via Medicine and Dentistry
Applied Medical Sciences
University College London
Bachelor of Dental Hygiene
University of Bristol
Bachelor of Dental Therapy
University of Bristol
Bachelor of Medicine / Bachelor of Surgery
University of Sunderland
Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery
Brighton and Sussex Medical School
Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery
The University of Kent
Apprenticeships that lead here
Who hires - top UK employers
Nuffield Health
A leading health company in the UK.
Bupa Dental Care
Offers comprehensive dental services.
Portman Dental Care
A network of modern dental practices.
How to get in - your routes
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