Reading Dentists

Dental specialists include:

• Endodontists specialize in treating diseases of the tooth pulp and root
• Oral pathologists identify and treat diseases of the oral and maxillofacial regions (oral cavity, salivary glands, and jaws)
• Oral radiologists use radiological imaging, like x-rays, MRI, and ultrasound, in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the structures of the oral and maxillofacial regions
• Orthodontists prevent and correct improper bites as a result of irregularly positioned teeth and/or disproportionate jaw relationships, often through the use of braces and retainers
• Pediatric dentists specialize in the oral health of adolescent patients
• Periodontists diagnose and treat diseases of the gums, like gingivitis and periodontitis
• Prosthodontists restore deficient teeth and replace missing teeth through the use of prosthetic replacements, like dentures, crowns, and veneers
• Family dentists specialize in the treatment of oral health issues of entire families, caring for patients of all ages