Specialty Definitions
Endodontics
Endodontics is the branch of dentistry which is concerned with the morphology,
physiology and pathology of the human dental pulp and periradicular tissues.
Its study and practice encompass the basic and clinical sciences including
biology of the normal pulp, the etiology, diagnosis, prevention and treatment
of diseases and injuries of the pulp and associated periradicular conditions. (Root Canal)
General Dentistry
Dentistry is the science concerned with the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of
diseases of the teeth, gums, and related structures of the mouth and including the
repair or replacement of defective teeth.
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Oral and maxillofacial surgery is the specialty of dentistry which includes the diagnosis,
surgical and adjunctive treatment of diseases, injuries and defects involving both
the functional and esthetic aspects of the hard and soft tissues of the oral and
maxillofacial region. (Wisdom teeth, Facial pain, and Misaligned jaws)
Oral Pathology
Oral pathology is the specialty of dentistry and discipline of pathology that 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 pathology includes research and
diagnosis of diseases using clinical, radiographic, microscopic, biochemical, or
other examinations.
Orthodontics
Orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics is the dental specialty that includes the
diagnosis, prevention, interception, and correction of malocclusion, as well as
neuromuscular and skeletal abnormalities of the developing or mature orofacial structures. (Braces)
Pediatric Dentistry
Pediatric Dentistry is an age-defined specialty that provides both primary and comprehensive preventive
and therapeutic oral health care for infants and children through adolescence, including those
with special health care needs.
Periodontics
Periodontics is that specialty of dentistry
which encompasses the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the supporting and
surrounding tissues of the teeth or their substitutes and the maintenance of the health, function
and esthetics of these structures and tissues. (Bacterial infection of the gums)
Prosthodontics
Prosthodontics is the dental specialty pertaining to the diagnosis, treatment planning,
rehabilitation and maintenance of the oral function, comfort, appearance and health of
patients with clinical conditions associated with missing or deficient teeth and/or oral and
maxillofacial tissues using biocompatible substitutes. (Dentures, Crowns, Implant retained/supported restorations)
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