General Dentistry

General dentistry is a practice focusing on prevention of disease. In fact, 65 percent of dental procedures are preventive and diagnostic. General dentists educate patients about oral hygiene and prevent oral diseases before they cause pain and damage. The prevention of oral disease is vitally important since untreated oral diseases can result in serious health issues, including heart disease and diabetes. These diseases cost the economy billions of dollars every year. General dentistry offers a wide range of dental services to patients of all ages. The goal is to preserve the natural teeth of their patients and keep them looking their best throughout their lives. Oral health is closely related to overall health, and recent studies have demonstrated that common oral infections are linked to serious health problems, including cardiovascular disease and heart disease. General dentistry is the foundation of all dentistry, including emergency dental care. General dentists provide routine dental care to people of all ages, and they specialize in certain procedures. As the frontline of oral health care, general dentists are able to treat a variety of dental issues and ensure the oral health of the entire family. A general dentist handles most dental procedures, including cleaning, maintenance, and preventive care. They may also perform fillings, crowns, veneers, bridges, and root canals. Some general dentists perform cosmetic procedures, such as teeth whitening or veneering.