Career Paths in Oral Health [electronic resource] /
Mariño, Rodrigo J.editor.
Morgan, Michael V.editor.
Walmsley, A. Damien.editor.
In providing a comprehensive overview of the career paths currently open to oral health professionals, this book will serve as an essential reference guide for anyone considering a career in oral health. It covers, for example, clinical career paths in general dentistry (in private practices, community centers, and hospitals) and each of the various specialties, academically related career paths in both teaching and research, and non-traditional paths (community, government, administration, policy making, government research, and oral health organizations). The authors are from various countries and both academic and non-academic backgrounds. They have been selected for their distinction in particular career paths and include in their contributions insights gained from personal experience. This book will be ideal for readers seeking an introductory portrait of the different career paths in oral health, such as students. It will also be a useful source for those wishing to re-examine the field, e.g., oral health graduates considering their career choices, or to acquaint themselves with contemporary issues and debates.
Choosing Oral Health as a Career: History and Future of Oral Health Professions -- Oral Health Professions Legislation Around the World -- The Practice of Dentistry: How to Select a Career in Oral Health -- Education/ Responsibilities and General Overview of Careers in Oral Health. Clinical Career Path in Oral Health: General Dentistry -- Dental Specialties -- Clinical Oral Health Practice. Non-Clinical Career Path in Oral Health: Non-Clinical Oral Health Practice Specialties -- Non-Traditional Dental Career Paths -- Career Paths in Dental Organizations. Academic Career Path in Oral Health: Careers in Academic Research -- Career in Dental Education. Health and Retirement Issues. .
In providing a comprehensive overview of the career paths currently open to oral health professionals, this book will serve as an essential reference guide for anyone considering a career in oral health. It covers, for example, clinical career paths in general dentistry (in private practices, community centers, and hospitals) and each of the various specialties, academically related career paths in both teaching and research, and non-traditional paths (community, government, administration, policy making, government research, and oral health organizations). The authors are from various countries and both academic and non-academic backgrounds. They have been selected for their distinction in particular career paths and include in their contributions insights gained from personal experience. This book will be ideal for readers seeking an introductory portrait of the different career paths in oral health, such as students. It will also be a useful source for those wishing to re-examine the field, e.g., oral health graduates considering their career choices, or to acquaint themselves with contemporary issues and debates.
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Medical Education.