Tandvårdsspecialister

Tandvårdsspecialister, or dental specialists, are dentists who have undergone advanced training in a specific area of dentistry beyond general dental education. This specialization allows them to diagnose and treat complex dental conditions and perform advanced procedures within their chosen field. The need for specialists arises when a patient's oral health issue requires expertise beyond that of a general dentist.

Common dental specialties include orthodontics, which focuses on aligning teeth and jaws; periodontics, dealing with diseases of the gums and supporting structures of the teeth; endodontics, concentrating on the inner parts of the tooth such as the pulp and nerves, often involving root canal treatments; oral and maxillofacial surgery, which covers surgical procedures on the mouth, jaws, face, and neck; pediatric dentistry, dedicated to the oral health of children; prosthodontics, focused on restoring and replacing missing teeth with dentures, bridges, and implants; and oral medicine, which diagnoses and manages medical conditions affecting the oral cavity.

Patients are typically referred to a dental specialist by their general dentist when a particular condition or treatment requires this specialized knowledge and skill. These specialists often work in private practices, hospitals, or academic institutions, collaborating with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care. Their advanced training ensures they are equipped to handle the most challenging cases in their respective fields.