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Dr. Wyatt
8181818 Ocean, suite 100
San Clemente, Ca.
(949) 365-9999
8181818 Ocean, suite 100
San Clemente, Ca.
(949) 365-9999
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Dentistry definitions
General Dentist
DDS—Doctor of Dental Surgery
DMD—Doctor of Dental Medicine
Indicates the degree awarded upon graduation from dental school to become a general dentist. There is no difference between the two degrees; dentists who have a DMD or DDS have the same education. Universities have the prerogative to determine what degree is awarded. Both degrees use the same curriculum requirements set by the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. Generally, three or more years of undergraduate education plus four years of dental school is required to graduate and become a general dentist. State licensing boards accept either degree as equivalent, and both degrees allow licensed individuals to practice the same scope of general dentistry. Additional post-graduate training is required to become a dental specialist, such as an orthodontist, periodontist or oral and maxillofacial surgeon.
Cosmetic Dentist
Cosmetic dentistry includes a variety of dental treatments aimed at improving the appearance of the teeth. The purpose of cosmetic dentistry is to improve the appearance of the teeth using bleaching, bonding, veneers, reshaping, orthodontics, or implants. General dentists may practice cosmetic dentistry and can gain additional certification through the Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
SPECIALISTS
Endodontist
Board Certified Dentists who specialize on teeth and diseases of the tooth pulp
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
Board Certified Dentists who specialize on surgery of the teeth and bones of the jaw, jawbone or face.
Orthodontist
Board Certified Dentists who specialize on correcting abnormally aligned or positioned teeth. See braces.
Pediatric Dentist
Board Certified Dentists who specialize on children's teeth.
Periodontist
Board Certified Dentists who specialize on gums, gum disease, tissues and structures supporting the teeth.
Prosthodontist
Board Certified Dentists who specialize in the replacement of missing teeth by bridges and dentures. See bridges.
DDS—Doctor of Dental Surgery
DMD—Doctor of Dental Medicine
Indicates the degree awarded upon graduation from dental school to become a general dentist. There is no difference between the two degrees; dentists who have a DMD or DDS have the same education. Universities have the prerogative to determine what degree is awarded. Both degrees use the same curriculum requirements set by the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. Generally, three or more years of undergraduate education plus four years of dental school is required to graduate and become a general dentist. State licensing boards accept either degree as equivalent, and both degrees allow licensed individuals to practice the same scope of general dentistry. Additional post-graduate training is required to become a dental specialist, such as an orthodontist, periodontist or oral and maxillofacial surgeon.
Cosmetic Dentist
Cosmetic dentistry includes a variety of dental treatments aimed at improving the appearance of the teeth. The purpose of cosmetic dentistry is to improve the appearance of the teeth using bleaching, bonding, veneers, reshaping, orthodontics, or implants. General dentists may practice cosmetic dentistry and can gain additional certification through the Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
SPECIALISTS
Endodontist
Board Certified Dentists who specialize on teeth and diseases of the tooth pulp
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
Board Certified Dentists who specialize on surgery of the teeth and bones of the jaw, jawbone or face.
Orthodontist
Board Certified Dentists who specialize on correcting abnormally aligned or positioned teeth. See braces.
Pediatric Dentist
Board Certified Dentists who specialize on children's teeth.
Periodontist
Board Certified Dentists who specialize on gums, gum disease, tissues and structures supporting the teeth.
Prosthodontist
Board Certified Dentists who specialize in the replacement of missing teeth by bridges and dentures. See bridges.
Who is Dental Smarts?
Dental Smarts provides a link to quality dental professionals throughout the US. When searching for a dental professional, take comfort in knowing that the Dental Smarts professionals are both active members of the American Dental Association www.ada.org and are taking on-going credits to qualify for membership in the prestigous Academy of General Dentistry www.agd.org. Our cosmetic dentists are accredited members of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry www.aacd.com and our specialists are further qualified through a variety of board certifications.
As further confirmation of our dental professional's capabilities and to get a further comfort that you are making the right decision, view videos provided by all of our dental professionals. Our videos provide the opportunity to view our dental professional's office and dental team from the comfort of your own computer.
As further confirmation of our dental professional's capabilities and to get a further comfort that you are making the right decision, view videos provided by all of our dental professionals. Our videos provide the opportunity to view our dental professional's office and dental team from the comfort of your own computer.
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