List of basic dentistry topics
- For a more comprehensive list, see the List of dentistry topics.
Dentistry is the art and science of prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of conditions, diseases, and disorders of the oral cavity, the maxillofacial region, and its associated structures as it relates to human beings. Dentristry is a branch of medicine. A dentist is a doctor qualified to practice dentistry. In most countries, several years of training in a university (usually 4-8) and some practical experience working with actual patients' dentition are required to become a qualified dentist.
The following list of topics is provided as an overview of and introduction to dentistry:
Essence of dentistry
- Main article: Dentistry
Branches of dentistry
- Endodontics
- Orthodontics
- Prosthodontics
- Paediatric
- Preventive Dentistry
- Periodontics
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Dento-maxillofacial Radiology
- Public Health Dentistry
- Oral Pathology
- Oral Medicine
- Special Needs Dentistry
History of dentistry
- Main article: History of dentistry
Basic dentistry concepts
- Biodontics
- Bruxism
- Calculus
- Ceramics
- Crown
- Dental amalgam
- Dental brace
- Dental cavities
- Dental notation
- Dental phobia
- Dental spa
- Dental extraction
- Dentin
- Dental restoration
- Floss
- Fluoridation
- Fluoride therapy
- Gingivitis
- Halitosis
- Dental implants
- Laboratory technology
- Mouthwash
- Nitrous oxide
- Novocain, a Local anesthetic
- Occlusion
- Oral hygiene
- Oral Irrigators
- Orthodontics
- Patron Saint of dentistry (Saint Apollonia)
- Periodontitis
- Plaque
- Plaque remover
- Regenerative dentistry
- Teledentistry
- Temporomandibular joint disease
- Tooth
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Tongue cleaner
- Xerostomia
Dentistry scholars
Leaders in dentistry
Dentistry lists
- Main article: List of dentistry topics
See also
External links
- History of Dentistry in the 20th Century by the ADA
- Ancient dentistry discovered
- Dental Issues Q&A Forum on USA Today's "Talk Today"
- Ask Dr.A - patient resource journal
- Dental Student Site
- Drugs in dentistry
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