Dental Specialists Dental specialists are dentists who have received addiontal university education in a specific field of dentistry. While general dentists can perform the procedures specialists do, there are complex treatment needs which require the care of dental specialists. At Asavanant Dental Clnic, we serve you with dental specialists. Endodontist Dental specialist who treats injuries, diseases and infections of the tooth pulp by performing root canal treatment. Pedodontist Dental specialist focusing on treatment of children. Periodontist Dental specialist who treats the gums and supporting structures of the teeth. Prosthodontist A dentist who specializes in replacing missing teeth with bridges and dentures, and maintaining proper occlusion. Restorative dentist A dentist who specializes in replacing part or portion of a damaged tooth with restorative materials Orthodontist Dental specialist who treats misalignment of teeth to improve the functioning of the teeth and the overall cosmetic appearance. Oral surgeon Dental specialist who treat problems related to the jaw and facial structures including extracting teeth, treating cysts, tumors, jaw abnormalities and traumatic facial injries. |