Required computer skills:

1.  An understanding of basic computer components.

2.  Some understanding of basic networking and use of wireless systems..
 

3.  Knowledge of the most commonly used applications.

       Word processor (Word), Spreadsheet (Excel), Databases (Access), Windows OS, HTML editor (FrontPage).
 

4.   Ability to send and receive electronic mail.
 

5.   Ability to perform on-line search in the dental and medical literature through World Wide Web, Med-line and other search tools.
 

6.   Familiarity with graphics use in dentistry - Photoshop or Microsoft Photo Editor.
 

7.   Be capable to handle, send and receive images obtained from digital x-rays, intra-oral cameras and cosmetic dentistry software applications.
 

8.   Have an understanding of computer-based Oral Health Records, Dental Office Management Software (which will include scheduling, charting and electronic claims) and Clinical Management Software.

9.   Have some knowledge about the use of mobile computers (PDAs, Tablet PCs).

 

10.   Have enough knowledge about computers and the new technologies in dentistry to help you choose the type of hardware and software necessary to open and maintain a dental office.

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