Orthodontist
A dental specialist whose practice is limited to the diagnosis, prevention, interception, and correction of malocclusion, (mal-aligned teeth) as well as neuromuscular and skeletal abnormalities.

Pediatric Dentist
A dental specialist whose practice is limited to treatment of children from birth through adolescence; formerly known as a pedodontist.

Periodontist
A dental specialist whose practice is limited to the treatment of diseases of the supporting and surrounding tissues of the teeth, there treatment also includes implant placement.

Oral And Maxillofacial Surgeon
A dental specialist whose practice is limited to the diagnosis, surgical and adjunctive treatment of diseases, injuries, deformities, defects and esthetic aspects of the oral and maxillofacial regions.

Endodontist
A dental specialist who limits his/her practice to treating disease and injuries of the pulp and associated periradicular conditions.

Prosthodontist
A dental specialist whose practice is limited to the restoration of the natural teeth and/or the replacement of missing teeth with artificial substitutes.

General Dentist
may perform almost any procedure for which he has trained and feels comfortable with including those performed by specialist. However, most refer specialty procedure to the specialist.