• Who is an Orthodontist?
  An orthodontist is trained to treat malocclusions. Malocclusion refers to the misalignment of teeth. An orthodontist specializes in aligning and straitening your teeth. The one recommending you braces is likely to be an orthodontist.

• Who is a Pedodontist?
  A pedodontist, also known as a pediatric dentist, is one who specializes in children’s dental care. He/she is trained to make a child comfortable by not only winning his/her confidence but assisting him/her in understanding the importance of dental health.

• Who is a Periodontist?
  A periodontist is the one who takes care of what you have around your teeth – your gums. He/she is the one who will treat you when you develop a gum infection or a gum disease.

• Who is an Endodontist?
  An endodontist is often the most dreaded dentist, though unreasonably. He/she specializes in root canal treatments. He/she rescues you when you develop an infection in teeth pulp.

• Who is a Prosthodontist?
  A prosthodontist is the one who develops dentures for you when you lose teeth. He/she will help you continue normally with replacement teeth that not only look good but also function well.

Ask your dentist for more information on specialized dentistry.

Happy smiling!

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