3,347 Dentists Found in Irvine, CA – Page 37

A general dentist provides comprehensive oral healthcare, addressing dental diseases, preventive care, and restorative needs. Dentists focus on maintaining oral health while recognizing its impact on systemic wellbeing.

Dentists complete a four-year dental program (DDS or DMD) following undergraduate studies. Some pursue additional specialized residency training in fields such as orthodontics, oral surgery, periodontics, or pediatric dentistry.

A Dentist's clinical practice includes:

• Focuses on dental health, periodontal tissues, and oral cavity structures
• Conducts patient examinations, obtains radiographic images, identifies oral pathology, develops treatment strategies, provides preventive counseling
• Manages dental caries, periodontal disease, tooth deterioration, oral infections, and alignment issues
• Provides prophylactic care, restorative procedures, prosthetic devices, endodontic therapy, extractions, and aesthetic treatments
• Known as: general dentist, DDS, DMD, oral health provider