47HX - Periodontist AFSC Officer

Summary

When Airmen require specialized dental care, we make sure they have access to exactly what they need. Responsible for examining, diagnosing and treating diseases that form on different tissues around the teeth, Air Force Periodontists provide surgical and nonsurgical care to the issues of the gums and bones surrounding the jaw. These specialists play an integral role in providing the best care possible to our Airmen and their families.

What You’ll Do

• Examine, diagnose and treat diseases and destructive processes of hard and soft tissues of the teeth.
• Interpret radiographs, evaluate findings and conduct treatment.
• Provide consultation services and instruct patients in oral hygiene and dental preventive measures.

Duties

• Perform duties related to specialized field requirements.
• Support Air Force mission objectives through technical expertise.
• Develop, maintain, and implement standard operating procedures.
• Coordinate with other units to accomplish mission requirements.
• Supervise and train personnel as required.

Qualifications

• Completion of a residency in periodontics, acceptable to the Surgeon General
• Completion of 5.5-week Officer Training School course
• Must be between the ages of 18 and have not reached your 48th birthday

Training & Education

How do we transform you from a raw recruit to an expert Airman in this field? From hands-on experience to college credit toward a degree, the path begins here.

Training Stages

• Officer Training School: 5.5 weeks
• Military Training Location: Maxwell AFB, AL

Minimum Education

Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry degree from an ADA-accredited college or university

Components

• Air Force Active Duty
• Air Force Reserve
• Air National Guard