How To become Employed as Oral Surgeon

How to Become employed as an oral surgeon 

Oral and maxillofacial surgeons have received more specialized training in treating conditions affecting the jaw, mouth, and face. Oral surgeons perform all types of tooth extractions, including wisdom teeth.  

An Oral Surgeon must obtain a doctor of dental surgery (DDS) of Doctor or Dental Medicine ( DMD). They must also pass a licensure exam and complete an additional four to six-year surgical residency. Residencies must be accepted by the Commission on Dental Accreditation to ensure that each resident receives training in anesthesia, oral pathology, oral surgery, and any additional training that is required to practice. For more information on the type of undergraduate programs to consider in order to become employed as an oral surgeon, please see this additional post. 

The American Dental Association CareerCenter offers a variety of resources for all career stages within the Dental Industry. This makes it easy to search for opportunities for Oral Surgeons in the field of Dentistry, as well as jobs for General Dentists, Associate Dentists, Orthodontists, and other qualified dental professionals. The American Dental Association CareerCenter offers to shortlist jobs and personalized Job recommendations sent straight to your email. Manage your Job Alerts and receive special offers.

Employers are seeking experienced professionals in the field of Dentistry. Search or post job opportunities for Oral Surgeons and jobs for General Dentists, Associate Dentists, Oral Surgeons, Orthodontists, and other qualified dental professionals. The ADA CareerCenter is the official online job board of the American Dental Association (ADA) and your number one online resource for searching for dental career opportunities or recruiting dental professionals.