What is General Dentistry?

Let’s have a look at various types of dentists and how they can help you:-

• General Dentist:-
  A general dentist is a doctor who takes care of all dental needs, from teeth cleaning to root canals. They work in office, hospital and school settings as well. A General Dentist is usually your first stop if you are looking for any oral health service, including routine checkups or cosmetic dentistry procedures such as veneers or caps on teeth.
• Endodontists:-
  Root canal specialists are also known as endodontists. Nerves that are dead, inflamed, or infected can cause excruciating pain when they are sick, dead, or inflamed. Every tooth has a pulp, which is a collection of living cells and blood vessels!
• Prosthodontist:-
  A dental specialist makes replacement teeth that are removable or non-removable for patients, such as those missing some of their natural teeth. These include porcelain crowns and bridges, full dentures, partial dentures and other various cases involving implants or even jaw reconstruction.
• Orthodontist:-
  An orthodontist is an expert on crooked teeth. Orthodontists are responsible for designing and installing braces to correct a patient’s misaligned or crowded dental arches, known as malocclusion. It engages with what most people find one of their favourite features – their beautiful smile.
• Periodontist:-
  A periodontist is a dentist who specializes in the gums, teeth and jawbone.
  Periodontal disease starts when harmful bacteria build up below your gum line or on tooth surfaces where it’s not easily cleaned by brushing and flossing. This causes infections that are typically treated with antibiotics to prevent complications such as bone loss or abscesses.
• Oral surgeon:-
  An oral surgeon is a medical professional who operates on the mouth, jaw and throat. They are a dental specialist with extensive training in wisdom tooth extractions. They are trained in all aspects of dentistry as well as surgical procedures such that they can perform any necessary procedure to ensure your comfort level during their care for you.
  An Oral Surgeon tackles everything from cavities to tumours with skilful precision and quick reaction time because they’re always ready for anything!
• Pedodontist:-
  Pedodontist is like the pediatricians of teeth. Pediatric dentists specialize in caring for children’s teeth.
  Pedodontics is the branch of dental science that deals with a child’s primary and permanent teeth, as well as their gums’ health. Pediatricians are experts at handling kids-specific issues without making them feel like they’re being singled out or criticized.
• Prosthodontist:-
  A prosthodontist is a dental specialist who makes replacement teeth that are removable or non-removable for patients, such as those with missing some of their natural teeth. These include porcelain crowns and bridges, full dentures, partial dentures and other various cases involving implants or even jaw reconstruction.

You should schedule an appointment and visit your dentist when any or all of these symptoms are present:

• A toothache that lasts more than two hours after drinking a cold beverage
• Tooth sensitivity if you touch it with anything other than water-soaked gauze; this means you might have exposed root surfaces (or even nerve endings) due to gum disease caused by plaque buildup under your gums
• Several teeth may be sensitive at once—maybe because they’re loose from clenching at night or experiencing grinding during sleep.
• Preventative dental visits are important to detect problems early, and the Australian Dental Association recommends 6-monthly checkups. These include a scale, x-rays (if necessary), fluoride treatment if needed, and an examination of your mouth for any abnormalities.
• Jaw pain and constant headaches can be an indicator for a condition pertaining to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) or surrounding facial muscles. This is because it connects the lower jaw while also being a hinge that we use when chewing, eating, and talking.
• Swelling, redness or bleeding gums are a sign that there may be an issue in your mouth. Check with your dentist if you experience any of these symptoms to determine the underlying cause and prevent gum disease.