What is General Dentistry?

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What is General Dentistry?

• A quick guide to general dentistry

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The Definition of Dentistry

• General Dentistry is defined as the assessment,
  diagnosis, prevention and treatment -
  nonsurgical, surgical or related procedures of
  diseases, disorders and conditions of the oral
  cavity, provided by a dentist in Dubai, within
  the scope of the dentists education, training
  and experience, in accordance with the ethics of
  the profession.

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Treatments under General Dentistry

• Sealant
• Dental Filling
• Tooth Extraction

• Professional Tooth Cleaning Polishing
• Dental Cleaning And Scaling
• Flouride Application

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Who is a General Dentist?

• A general dentist is your primary care dental
  provider. This dentist diagnoses, treats, and
  manages your overall oral health care needs,
  including gum care, root canals, fillings,
  crowns, veneers, bridges, and preventive
  education.

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Qualifications of General Dentist

• All practicing general dentists have earned
  either a DDS or DMD degree (doctor of dental
  surgery or doctor of dental medicine,
  respectively). There is no difference between the
  two degrees or the curriculum requirements that
  dentists must meet. Some schools simply award the
  one degree, while others award the other.
• Generally, three or more years of undergraduate
  education plus four years of dental school is
  required to become a general dentist. Additional
  post-graduate training is required to become a
  dental specialist.

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Routine Check up

• During your routine care, the dentist will not
  only examine your teeth, but also your gums and
  the surrounding soft tissues. They check for the
  early signs of decay, gum disease and screen for
  oral cancer. Your dentist should be able
  personalize your preventative routine care
  including the intervals between check up and
  hygiene appointments.