Oral health practitioner
Performing a range of oral health preventive procedures which involve working in a patient's mouth.
Role overview
Oral health practitioners deliver preventive oral health care and education in community settings such as schools, care homes and dental practices, working under the prescription of a dentist. They focus on preventing dental disease through oral hygiene support, fluoride varnish application and motivational health advice, and sit between dental nurses and hygienists in the dental team. Entrants must already be registered with the General Dental Council as a dental nurse or comparable dental care professional.
Careers this apprenticeship leads to
Salary progression, top employers and day-to-day reality for the roles this standard prepares you for.
Related university routes
If you'd prefer the degree route instead of an apprenticeship, these UK courses cover similar ground.