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Periodontics is a dentist that specializes in diseases of the mouth, gums, and teeth. You should expect x-rays, a full exam, and possibly some scraping of the gums.

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What should you expect at the periodontist?

A periodontist is a dentist who specializes in treatment of gums. He or she will assess the health of gums, take measurements and X rays, and if needed, provide treatment, which may include scaling, root planing, and root surface debridement.


How do you say periodontist in German?

The word periodontist in German would be (if it is a male) (der) Periodontist and (if it is a female) (die) Periodontistin.


What is paryodontist?

The correct spelling is "periodontist." A periodontist is a dentist who specializes in treatment of gum diseases.


What is a doctor called that's specializes in a persons mouth?

A physicain who specializes in the treatment of the gums is called a periodontist. A periodontist specializes in treating such things as periodontal disease, implants, gum surgeries, and sometimes simple extractions depending how much education the periodontist has received.


If working for a periodontist does the dental hygienist get a higher hourly pay?

I just got hired by a periodontist and the pay is about $4.00 more an hour then when i was working for a general dentist. After 2 months I will be paid per procedure and expect to make at least $7.00 more per hour. I suppose this all depends on the area you are living in.


Is pyorrhea or periodontist is the same disease?

I think pyorrhea is the disease, a periodontist is the type of dentist that treats it. My father had it and it seems to be genetic.


What is the name for gum doctor?

periodontist


What type of dental specialist is a Periodontist?

A periodontist is someone who has specialized skills in dealing with periodontal disease. This covers diagnosis, treatment and also prevention of the disease. A periodontist is also good at treating oral inflammation and placing dental implants.


A periodontist mainly treata patients with?

tetracycline


The doctor that treat gum disease is called what?

A periodontist.


How do you use the word dentist in a sentence?

A periodontist studies gum disease. Here are some sentences.My sister wants to become a periodontist.My periodontist told me I have to floss every day.Listen to your periodontist unless you want to end up wearing dentures.


How many hours does a periodontist work a week?

The amount of hours a periodontist works will vary depending on the employer and location. On average, the work about 40 to 50 hours per week.