Denta On'e Advanced Dental Care Centre

A dental surgeon is a type of oral and maxillofacial surgeon, who specializes in 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. They are licensed dental professionals who have completed additional education and training to perform surgery on the teeth, gums, jaw, and other related structures in the head and neck. They perform a wide range of procedures, such as:

• Dental implant surgery
• Wisdom tooth extraction
• Bone grafting
• Jaw surgery (orthognathic surgery)
• Treatment of oral cancer
• Facial trauma surgery
• Sleep apnea surgery
• Corrective jaw surgery
• Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder surgery

A dental surgeon must complete a four-year undergraduate degree, followed by four years of dental school, and then a four or six-year oral and maxillofacial surgery residency program. They are also required to pass both written and oral board exams to become licensed to practice.

Dentists have licensed healthcare professionals who specialize in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of oral health conditions. They provide a wide range of services to help maintain and improve the health of patients' teeth, gums, and other oral structures. Some of the main services provided by dentists include:

1. Preventive care: This includes regular check-ups and cleanings, as well as fluoride treatments and sealants to help prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
2. Diagnosis and treatment of oral diseases: Dentists are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of oral health conditions, including cavities, gum disease, oral cancer, and jaw disorders.
3. Restorative procedures: This includes the filling of cavities, root canals, crowns, bridges, and dentures to restore damaged or missing teeth.
4. Cosmetic dentistry: This includes services such as teeth whitening, veneers, and orthodontic treatment to improve the appearance of the patient's teeth.
5. Oral surgery: This includes tooth extractions, wisdom teeth removal, and the placement of dental implants.
6. Pediatric dentistry: This is the branch of dentistry that specializes in the care of children's teeth, gums, and jaws.
7. Orthodontics: This is the branch of dentistry that specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of dental and facial irregularities.

Dentists also work with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for patients with complex medical conditions. They may also provide education on oral hygiene, diet, and the use of tobacco and alcohol to maintain oral health.