dental multidisciplinary team

Question 1

dentist

Answer 1

• routine check ups
• cleanings, diagnosis, fillings
• preventative care
• co-ordinate treatment plans
• refer patients to specialists when necessary

Question 2

Dental nurse

Answer 2

• assist dentist in procedures
• prep instruments
• infection control
• patient comfort

Question 3

periodontist

Answer 3

• prevention, diagnosis, treatment of gum disease & conditions affecting supporting structures of teeth e.g. jawbone
• maintain tooth stability

Question 4

hygienist

Answer 4

• vital role in preventative care
• clean teeth, polishing, scaling
• take x-rays
• educate patients on oral hygiene

Question 5

lab technician

Answer 5

• make crowns, bridges, dentures & other restorations based off dentist’s prescription
• use impressions taken by dentist to make accurate models of teeth and gums

Question 6

oral surgeon

Answer 6

• perform surgical procedures on mouth, jaw. face
• extractions. dental implants, reconstructive surgeries
• treat oral cancer

Question 7

orthodontist

Answer 7

• diagnose and correct misaligned teeth and jaws
• fit braces, retainers

Question 8

pediatric dentists

Answer 8

• focus on oral health of children
• cavity treatment
• preventative care