Who is a dentist?
A dentist, or a dental surgeon, is a surgeon who specializes in dentistry, the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and conditions of the human oral cavity.

What does a dentist do every day?
Dentists, or dental surgeons, diagnose and treat problems with patients' teeth, gums, and related parts of the mouth while providing advice and instruction on taking care of the teeth and gums.

They perform activities like:

1. Remove decay from teeth and fill cavities
2. Repair cracked or fractured teeth and remove teeth
3. Place sealants or whitening agents on teeth
4. Administer anesthetics
5. Prescribe antibiotics or other medications
6. Examine x rays of teeth, jaw, gums, and nearby areas in order to diagnose problems
7. Make models and measurements for dental devices, such as dentures, to fit patients
8. Teach patients about diets, flossing, the use of fluoride, and other aspects of oral care.

Why would a dentist refer you to an oral surgeon?
A dentist will normally refer to his or her patients to an oral surgeon for issues such as complex extractions, treatment of wisdom teeth, correction of congenital growth defects or if you have a complicated medical history.

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