Carl Stepp 
Oral hygiene is essential, which is why one should always keep a check on their dental hygiene by visiting their dentist. There are different types of dentists to deal with different types of issues at the Willowbrook dental office. Let us check different types of dentists and which one can help you with your dental problem.
General Dentists (DDS & DMD)
General dentists generally have the credentials of DDS or DMD. They are the primary dental care providers responsible for the treatment of dental care and other oral requirements of the patient.
They help diagnose and treat gum diseases, cavities, and issues in the root canal, crown, and bridges. They help in preventative dentistry practices so that the affected patient can avoid further damage to the teeth.
Dental specialists
You may often get a referral from your general dental provider to visit a specialist. The specialists are general dentists who went on to get specialized training for a certain branch of dentistry. They are referred when the patient has a problem outside the area of expertise of a general dental practitioner.
- Orthodontists
These specialists are considered while dealing with misaligned teeth and jaws among young children as well as adults. They help in the treatment of such issues by providing braces, Invisalign, and retainers to the patients. They help in the correction of crowded teeth and provide solutions to lost teeth.
- Pediatric Dentist
These professionals are child specialists who especially deal with young children. They are also called pedodontists. They are specifically trained to foster a positive environment for the children regarding dentistry and cater to their needs without instilling any fear or nervousness among them. This is because children are more prone to developing dental anxiety. Therefore, pedodontists help create a psychologically comforting environment for young children and those with special needs so that they can get regular dental visits without any issues.
- Oral Surgeon
These professionals specialize in doing surgeries to treat diseases as well as any injury in the mouth. They help in the procedures of wisdom tooth removal, handling dental implants, and biopsies in the suspected areas of the mouth. They are also trained to provide anesthesia for surgery to relieve the patient.
- Endodontists
Endodontists are trained to help patients get rid of toothaches by treating the root canal. They help in preserving natural teeth by correcting the infections present in them through root canal procedures.
- Periodontist
These professionals are trained in taking care of the gums and tissues around them. Their area of expertise is the structure surrounding the teeth. They help in the treatment of periodontal diseases as well as the placement of dental implants
