Dentists and specialists
Often there are treatments required that are beyond the skills of a general dentist. They will then recommend that they refer the patient to a specialist for more complex treatment. There are several different types of specialists and they include:
Periodontists – specialist in the treatment of advanced gum disease (periodontal disease). They are also specialists in soft tissue management in the mouth and in the placement of implants.
Orthodontists – specialist treatment in the movement of teeth with braces to give you perfect straight smile and balanaced/comfortable bite.
Endodontists – Specialists in root canal treatment.
Prosthodontists – specialists in the restoration and replacement of missing teeth. This will include crown, bridge, denture and implant work.
Paedodontists – specialist in the treatment of young children for their dental needs.
Oral maxilliofacial surgeon – specialists in the surgical field of dentistry. This will include removal of teeth, implants and general advanced oral surgery.
Oral medicine specialist – specialist in the field of oral medicine for the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of diseases that manifest in the mouth.
David Hurst BDS (Lon)
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