About Cosmetic
Dentists
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Dentists diagnose, prevent, and treat problems with teeth or
mouth tissue. They remove decay, fill cavities, examine x rays,
place protective plastic sealants on children’s teeth,
straighten teeth, and repair fractured teeth.
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Dentists also perform corrective surgery on gums and supporting
bones to treat gum diseases.
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Dentists extract teeth and make models and measurements for
dentures to replace missing teeth. They provide instruction on
diet, brushing, flossing, the use of fluorides, and other
aspects of dental care.
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Dentists also administer anesthetics and write prescriptions
for antibiotics and other medications.
Health
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Institute
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and Blood Institute
National Institute on
Aging
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National Institute of
Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases
National Institute of
Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
National Institute on Drug
Abuse
National Institute of Mental
Health
National Institute of
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