Dental Specialties

What is a Prosthodontist?

A prosthodontist is a restorative dentist with advanced training in cosmetic, implant and reconstructive dentistry. They are trained to examines and diagnoses disabilities caused by loss of teeth and supporting structures. They specialize in treating and handling dental and facial problems that involve restoring missing tooth and jaw structures.

What is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon (OMS)?

Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are specialists who are surgically trained in a hospital-based residency program for a minimum of four years. They train alongside medical residents in internal medicine, general surgery and anesthesiology, and spend time in otolaryngology (ear, nose and throat), plastic surgery, emergency medicine and other specialty areas. This training focuses almost completely on the bone, skin and muscle of the face, mouth and jaw. Oral and facial surgeons have knowledge and expertise that uniquely qualifies them to diagnose and treat a number of functional and esthetic conditions in this anatomical area.

What is a Periodontist?

A periodontist is a dentist who specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal disease. Periodontists are also experts in the treatment of oral inflammation. Periodontists receive extensive training in these areas, including three additional years of education beyond dental school. They are familiar with the latest techniques for diagnosing and treating periodontal disease, and are also trained in performing cosmetic periodontal procedures.

What is an Endodontist?

Endodontists are specialists in saving teeth with two or more years of advanced training above and beyond dental school. Endodontists diagnose tooth pain and perform procedures relating to the inside of your teeth.

What is a Pediatric Dentist?

A pediatric dentist has at least two additional years of training beyond dental school. The additional training focuses on management and treatment of a child’s developing teeth, child behavior, physical growth and development, and the special needs of children’s dentistry. They are specialized in addressing your child’s oral health care needs and even the office décor are all geared to care for children and to put them at ease. If your child has special needs, care from a pediatric dentist should be considered.

What is an Orthodontist?

Orthodontists are the experts in providing healthy, beautiful smiles for patients of all ages. Orthodontists receive two-to-three years of additional education at an accredited orthodontic residency program after graduating from dental school. They are gifted and highly educated specialists who diagnose, prevent and treat dental and facial irregularities to correctly align teeth and jaws. Whether you are considering clear aligners or traditional braces, orthodontists have the training, the experience and the treatment options to make sure you get your best smile.

What is an Oral and Maxillofacial Pathologist?

Oral and maxillofacial pathology is the specialty of dentistry and pathology which deals with the nature, identification, and management of diseases affecting the oral and maxillofacial regions. It is a science that investigates the causes, processes and effects of these diseases. The practice of oral and maxillofacial pathology includes research, diagnosis of diseases using clinical, radiographic, microscopic, biochemical or other examinations, and management of patients.