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Definition of Dental Specialties

Public Health Dentists

Public health dentists work with the community in the diagnosis, prevention and control of dental diseases and the promotion of oral health.

An endodontist provides treatment of dental nerve tissue. When this tissue (which contains blood vessels, nerves and various types of cells ) becomes damaged or diseased endodontic procedures including root canals and various surgical procedures may be required.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are involved in the diagnosis and treatment (surgical and non-surgical ) of disorders, diseases, injuries and defects, involving the oral and maxillofacial regions (mouth, jaws, face, skull) and related structures.

Oral Medicine and Pathology

Oral medicine and pathology provides an understanding of abnormal growths or appearances within the mouth.

Orthodontists

An orthodontist is a specialist who provides diagnosis and treatment of dental (teeth and jaw) and facial irregularities.

Pediatrics Dentist

Pediatric dentists are dental specialists who treat infants, children, adolescents and special-needs patients. The pediatric dentist offers children an early and positive start for a lifetime of good dental health.

Periodontics

Periodontics involves the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases of the gums and bones structures surrounding the teeth.

Prosthodontics

Prosthodontics involves the restoration of the natural teeth and/or the replacement of missing teeth and adjacent oral and maxillofacial tissues with artificial substitutes (such as complete dentures, crowns etc.).

Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology

Oral and maxillofacial radiology involves the interpretation of images for the diagnosis and management of diseases and disorders of the mouth, jaws, face and skull.

Dental Anesthesia

A dental anesthetist provides anesthesia services for dental patients, including general anesthesia and all levels of sedation.

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