As a dental office manager, you manage the front office for a dental practice. You are responsible for overseeing all the administrative tasks that are needed to run a medical practice. You ensure that phones are answered promptly, and appointments are scheduled accurately. You update patient records, file test results, provide records to patients, and file billing and insurance claims. You also complete general office duties, like making copies, organizing files, returning phone calls and emails, and maintaining the stock of office supplies.