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Orthodontists Prevent, diagnose, and correct irregularities in the
positions of teeth by applying braces and removing teeth
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Oral and
maxillofacial surgeons perform surgery on the mouth and jaws to
remove teeth, tumors, and other abnormal growths, or to correct
abnormalities in the jaw or other oral bone structures
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Periodontists treat gum disease
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Prosthodontists make artificial teeth or dentures and correct
deformations of the mouth and jaws
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Pediatric
dentists specialize in children's dental problems
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Endodontists examine, diagnose, and treat diseases of nerve & other
dental tissues
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Public
health dentists promote good dental health and prevent dental
diseases within the community
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Oral
pathologists study oral diseases