| Specialty Definitions | ||
| General Dentists | Provide a full range of services for the entire family. | |
| Endodontists | Specialize in diseases of the tooth, performing such services as root canals. | |
| Oral Surgeons | Remove teeth and repair fractures of the jaw and other damage to the jaw. | |
| Orthodontists | Correct misaligned teeth through braces. | |
| Pediatric Dentists | Generally limit their practices to children and teenagers. | |
| Periodontists | Treat diseases of the gums. | |
| Prosthodontists | Specialize in replacing missing natural teeth with bridges and dentures. | |