Dentistry, also known as Dental and Oral Medicine, is a branch of medicine that consists of the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions of the oral cavity, commonly in the dentition but also the oral mucosa, and of adjacent and related structures and tissues, particularly in the maxillofacial (jaw and facial) area. Although primarily associated with teeth among the general public, the field of dentistry or dental medicine is not limited to teeth but includes other aspects of the craniofacial complex including the temporomandibular joint and other supporting, muscular, lymphatic, nervous, vascular, and anatomical structures.Dental treatments are carried out by a dental team, which often consists of a dentist and dental auxiliaries (Dental Technologist and Dental Technicians). Most dentists either work in private practices (primary care), dental hospitals or (secondary care) institutions (prisons etc).
Services
Services Provided in Dental Department are as follows:
Endodontics
Treatment of diseases associated with the roots of the teeth. Endodontic services aim to save the patient’s natural teeth by restoring dental health and function.
Operative and Adhesive Dentistry
The Advanced Operative and Adhesive Dentistry Clinic provides services geared toward preserving the natural dentition with a focus on esthetic rehabilitation of the smile. Services address dental problems such as tooth wear/erosion, dysfunctional and disharmonious smile, carious lesions, tooth fractures, intrinsic tooth discolorations and demineralization and white spot lesions. Specialty treatments include but are not limited to tooth-colored restorations, bleaching, porcelain veneers, digitally designed restorations, microabrasion, and adhesive dentistry.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
The Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinic treats diseases, injuries, tumors, and deformities of the face and jaws that may require surgery or tooth extraction.
Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine
The Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine Clinic specializes in treating patients with oral disease and oral pain, including chronic headaches, teeth grinding, jaw disorders, and breathing issues.
Orthodontics
Orthodontic treatment helps teeth line up correctly, using braces or other devices.
Pediatrics
The Pediatric Dentistry Clinic provides dental services for infants, children, and adolescents, including those with special needs, in a relaxing, caring environment specifically geared toward young patients.
Periodontics
Periodontics is the study, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases and injuries to the gums, connective tissues, and bone surrounding the teeth. Periodontists can also place implants in areas of missing teeth.
Prosthodontics
Prosthodontics is the treatment, rehabilitation, and maintenance of oral function, comfort, appearance, and health for patients with missing or deficient teeth or tissues. Prosthodontists can replace teeth with implants or dentures and correct misalignment of teeth.
Urgent Care
The Urgent Care and Dental Trauma Center specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of dental emergencies.