New Brunswick Dental Society FAQs

Who are Dental Specialists?

In addition to dentists who are in general practice, there are nine (9) recognized dental specialties, namely:

Endodontics - Root Canal treatment and related surgery
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - Specialized surgery of the mouth, face and jaw.
Oral Pathology - Diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the mouth and jaw.
Oral Radiology - Analysis and interpretation of x-rays of the teeth and jaw.
Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics - Diagnosis, interception and treatment of all forms of malpositioned teeth and jaws.
Pediatric Dentistry - Dentistry for infants, children, adolescents and special needs patients.
Periodontics - Diagnosis, prevention and treatment of gum diseases.
Prosthodontics - Replacement of missing teeth and restoration of function and appearance.
Public Health Dentistry - Promotion of oral health through organized community programs.

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