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A general dentist deals as the term suggests, treats all types of dental problems. The general dentist can provide solutions in a quick and efficient manner. An individual looking for dental care can safely approach a general dentist. The practice of a general dental includes diagnosis, treatment planning, examination and prevention of diseases which can affect the teeth and the gums.
A dentist relies on his knowledge and imaging techniques such as X-rays to make a diagnosis. This helps the dentist to diagnose the problem accurately. Once the diagnosis has been made, the dentist then proceeds to the next step of treatment.
The dentist’s job includes filling of oral cavities, root canal treatment, extraction of crooked teeth and treatment of various diseases of the gums. The dentist also carries out cosmetic makeover procedures such as porcelain veneers.
Apart from this the role of dentist is to install dentures for people who have lost all or some of their teeth. Some of the main reasons for people losing their teeth is old age, tooth decay or accidents. Since teeth cannot grow back again, people who have lost all their teeth need to wear dentures. The dentist’s role is to prepare the gums to be able to support dentures as well as to make sure that dentures fit the patient’s oral cavity properly.
The dental practitioner also fills cavities with materials such as silver, gold, dental amalgam, composite resin, glass ionomer or porcelain. In this way he can prevent any further damage to the teeth. He can also treat other problems such as Periodontitis and gingivitis .
Preventive dentistry is also an integral part of general dentistry. Through this dentistry, the general dentist can prevent any dental problems before it starts. He can also teach you the proper method to floss and brush your teeth. General dentist can also carry out cosmetic procedures such as tooth bleaching or whitening.
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