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What Does A Dentist Do ?

Nadim — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 20:48:59 +0000

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Quite a few school leavers and friends have been asking about the roles of a dentist and what is involved so is this blog post have attempted to outline the main roles.

The dentist has many responsibilities and duties towards his patients and the public in general. He has to be dedicated to his profession. The primary thing a dentist does is provide oral care. This includes providing preventive care in the form of patient education on tooth, gum, and mouth, while a dentist typically does not conduct the routine cleaning that their patients receive. This is the job of the dental hygienist. At Lifestyle dental we examine the teeth, gums and mouth as well as performing a variety of dental procedures including.

Responsibilities of a Dentist

The responsibility of a dentist extends to the dental profession. In Preston, this is outlined by The General Dental Association’s Principles of Ethics and Code of Professional Conduct. This code primarily works to guide dentists to uphold a certain level of trust, accuracy, authority, and responsibility to their patients. Additionally, like medical doctors (GPs), dentists are required to comply with continuing education requirements imposed by their professional regulation bodies. The professional responsibilities are the responsibilities of a dentist that pertain to his role as health care provider to the public.

A dentist, also takes the primary resposibility in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and conditions of the oral cavity. The dentist’s supporting team aides in providing oral health services. His dental team includes dental assistants, dental hygienists, dental technicians, and in some states, dental therapists. He can also prescribe medications such as antibiotics, fluorides, pain killers, sedatives and any other medication that serve in the treatment of the various conditions that arise in the head and neck. He has to be a qualified doctor holding a medical degree to do so.

Professional Treatment

By nature of their general training, a dentist can carry out the majority of dental treatments such as dental restorations, crowns, bridges, orthodontics braces, prosthetic dentures, endodontic root canal therapy, periodontal gum therapy, and extraction of teeth, as well as performing examinations, taking radiographs, x-rays and diagnosis. Dentists need to take additional qualifications or training to carry out more complex procedures such as General anesthesia, oral and maxillofacial surgery, and implants. Sometimes conditions in the oral cavity may be indicative of systemic diseases such as osteoporosis, diabetes, or cancer.

While many oral diseases are unique and self limiting, poor conditions in the oral cavity can lead to poor general health and vice versa. Thus a dentist has to specialize in certain special fields.

Dental public health – The study of dental epidemiology and social health policies.
Endodontic,
Oral and maxillofacial pathology
Oral and maxillofacial radiology
Oral and maxillofacial surgery
Implants and Maxillofacial surgery
Orthodontics and dent facial orthopedics
Pediatric dentistry, dentistry for children
Prosthodontics – Dentures, bridges and the restoration of implants

So I hope that helps if you would like to know more have a look at the related articles below

Tooth Replacement Options: Dental Implants, Bridges, and Dentures (everydayhealth.com)
How Dental Bonding Can Alter the Look and Feel of Your Teeth (everydayhealth.com)
October is National Dental Hygiene Month: Celebrity Dentist Dr. Catrise Austin Encourages a Dental Visit This Month (prweb.com)

Make it a whiter christmas

Nadim — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 09:28:16 +0000

As Christmas approaching and the party season starts you may be thinking about whitening and there are a few different forms of whitening which can be done at Lifestyle Dental

1, Professional tray whitening – a custom made design tray made for you which fits your mouth and allows you to whitening your teeth in your time and at your convenience

2, Whitening in the treatment room or instant whitening or often known as laser whitening this can be done quickly and easily for an instant result and half price if done on a wednesday at Lifetsyle Dental

so if you would like to know more then please give us a call on 01772 717316 or email on info@lifestyledental.co.uk

Thinking about Veneers ?

Nadim — Wed, 22 Sep 2010 14:28:24 +0000

Can veneers change your smile?

you may be considering veneers as an option to changing your smile, and in some cases they can make a big difference and create a great smile for you. There are some limitations and dependant upon each individual situation. Veneers can alter the shape of a smile the size and even the position of teeth to a degree if you would like to know more and see if this is a viable option for you then please get in touch

o1772 717316

Testimonial from David

Nadim — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 10:03:09 +0000

David a recent patient, who had a smile makeover, gave us the following testimonial

“The only obstacle I had was cost, but the interest free credit over 10 months meant that it was easily affordable. The result was a much better and brighter smile. I liked the care and the personal service afforded to me.

Three other benefits now that I have had the treatment are

I feel more confident

I look better

and the before and after care service i have received at Lifestyle Dental

I would without reservation recommend Lifestyle Dental to my friends because of their friendly professional expertise”.

Nicola’s Story

Nadim — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 20:22:33 +0000

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New Guide Released

Nadim — Fri, 21 May 2010 21:02:04 +0000

If you are looking to have your teeth straightened and have crooked teeth or maybe you had braces as a child and the teeth have moved back then there is now a guide to help you understand what can be done

what is the inman aligner?

what are clear braces and how long do they take ?

Invisalign or Clearstep ?

find the answers to the above questions below

straight teeth guide

The Great Smile

Nadim — Tue, 04 May 2010 15:43:35 +0000

so whats great about a great smile or improving the one you have

well heres a list of 9

1, Being able to smile with confidence for photos for weddings or events

2, Giving you the confidence to smile at socail occasions and days out

3, The more confident you will be more out going and socialable

4, When you smile with confidence others smile back

5, Others see a different side of you the more confident happy you

6, When you look back at photos of you smiling will make you happy instead of filling you with dread

7, Whiter teeth , brighter teeth are more noticable

8, A healthly pain free mouth means you can eat the food you liek without any pain or discomfortmakign meal time far more enjoyable

9, Smiling more has been shown to release chemicals in te body which lift the mood and make you feel happier

so if you would like an imporvement in your smile then call 01772 717316 or email info@lifestyledental.co.uk

and find out what you can gain

Lifestyle Dental-

Nadim — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 13:23:37 +0000

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Steve – “More confident about smiling”

Nadim — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 16:05:05 +0000

Just Got it Straight —-

Nadim — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 21:26:10 +0000

we just helped Emma get straight teeth ..