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1. Who is a dentist?
A dentist is a doctor who practices dentistry. Dentistry involves the mouth, teeth, gums, and related areas. A dentist takes care of the overall oral healthcare. Common procedures performed at the dentist are tooth filling, tooth extraction, cleaning and polishing of teeth, and minor tooth surgeries like root canal treatment. Within dentistry, there are many specializations that require further training.
2. What education qualifications are mandatory for a Dentist?
A doctoral degree in the field of dental medicine or dental surgery is required to become a dentist. The pre-requisite for doing a dental course is a 4-year bachelor’s degree in a science related field. Qualifying in the dental admission exam and enrolling in a dental school are the next steps.
3. Should I consult a dentist for bad breath?
Bad breath is often due to lack of oral hygiene. In some cases, it may be an indication of some underlying health issue. Consulting a dentist for bad breath is the most logical step. A dentist will perform thorough examination of your teeth and gums to determine the cause of bad breath. Halitosis is the medical term for bad breath.
4. How many sittings does a dentist take for Root canal treatment?
Root canal treatment is a dental procedure followed for advanced decay of tooth that cannot be repaired by filling. In this treatment the tooth pulp is removed, the space is cleaned and filled, and finally a crown is placed on the tooth. The number of sittings for a root canal treatment varies depending on the extent of tooth decay.
5. Will a dentist perform surgery for wisdom tooth removal?
People who develop wisdom tooth may require extraction at a later time. A dentist is the right person to perform extraction of wisdom tooth. Once you book an appointment for tooth extraction, the dentist will appraise you of the entire procedure and after care. Sedation, numbing, tissue removal, bone removal, and tooth extraction are the steps of wisdom tooth removal.
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A dentist takes care of problems of your oral health, which includes your mouth, jaw, teeth, and gums. You could go to a dentist for teeth cleaning, filling, extraction, root canal treatment, and treatment of oral diseases including tooth decay, gum disease, and mouth cancer. There are various types of dentists, each dealing with a specific dental concern.
There are generally seven types of dentists:General Dentist: for routine teeth cleaning and dental examination. Pediatric Dentist: for children’s oral health issues.Orthodontist: for teeth and jaw alignment using braces and retainers, etc. Periodontist: for problems with the gums. Endodontist: for issues with tooth nerves and root canal treatment.Oral Surgeon: for diseases of the teeth and jaw.Prosthodontist: for problems with teeth and jaw bones. Cosmetic dentists are also regarded as dental specialists, and deal with aesthetic problems.
It is better to book an appointment with your dentist before going for a consultation, to avoid problems with availability and long waiting times. Nowadays, it is very easy to book an appointment online with your dentist.
Tartar, also called dental calculus, is the yellow-brown hard calcified deposit on your teeth and gums. There are many suggested home remedies such as using baking soda, white vinegar, and orange peels for tartar removal. However, it is best to seek help from a dentist for a clean and accurate job.
Yes, a specific type of dentist, called an orthodontist, deals with the alignment and straightness of teeth and problems with your bite (the way your upper and lower teeth fit together). An orthodontist can help you with braces for problems with your teeth.
Dentists use a concave mirror (with an inwardly bent reflecting surface and a polished outward surface) to provide a larger and brighter image of the interior of your mouth, making it easier for the dentist to see the back of your mouth. A concave mirror provides a larger image without inverting it.
Yes, there is a National Dentist’s Day and it is celebrated every year on March 6th in India.
Yes, a dentist for kids is called a pediatric dentist or pedodontist. A pediatric dentist has special qualifications and experience in dealing with a child’s teeth, gums, and mouth, throughout the various stages of childhood up until teenage years.