Dentistry (Specialties and Certification)
Definition of Dentistry
Dentistry is defined as the evaluation, diagnosis, prevention and/or treatment (nonsurgical, surgical or related procedures) of diseases, disorders and/or conditions of the oral cavity, maxillofacial area and/or the adjacent and associated structures and their impact on the human body; provided by a dentist, within the scope of his/her education, training and experience, in accordance with the ethics of the profession and applicable law. Source: American Dental Association
American Dental Association
The ADA is the professional association of dentists committed to the public's oral health, ethics, science and professional advancement; leading a unified profession through initiatives in advocacy, education, research and the development of standards American Dental Association
Academy of General Dentistry
The mission of the Academy of General Dentistry is to serve the needs and represent the interest of general dentists, to promote the oral health of the public and to foster continued profiency of general dentists through quality continuing dental education in order to better serve the public. By way of its mission, the AGD’s vision is to be the premier organization of general dentists, dedicated to improving the quality and delivery of comprehensive dental services, education, health promotion, and wellness. Academy of General Dentistry
Dental Specialties
A specialty is an area of dentistry that has been formally recognized by the American Dental Association as meeting the Requirements for Recognition of Dental Specialties and National Certifying Boards for Dental Specialists.
Endodontics
Endodontics is the branch of dentistry which is concerned with the morphology, physiology and pathology of the human dental pulp and periradicular tissues. Its study and practice encompass the basic and clinical sciences including biology of the normal pulp, the etiology, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of diseases and injuries of the pulp and associated periradicular conditions.
American Association of Endodontists
The American Association of Endodontists is dedicated to excellence in the art and science of endodontics and to the highest standard of patient care. The association inspires its members to pursue professional advancement and personal fulfillment through education, research, advocacy, leadership, communication and service. American Association of Endodontists
American Board of Endodontics
The American Association of Endodontists sponsors the American Board of Endodontics. Founded in 1956, the American Board of Endodontics is the only certifying board for the specialty of endodontics and is one of the nine specialty boards recognized by the American Dental Association. American Board of Endodontics
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Oral and maxillofacial surgery is the specialty of dentistry which includes the diagnosis, surgical and adjunctive treatment of diseases, injuries and defects involving both the functional and esthetic aspects of the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region.
American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
The mission of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is to provide a means of self-government relating to professional standards, ethical behavior and responsibilities of its fellows and members; to contribute to the public welfare; to advance the specialty; and to support its fellows and members through education, advocacy and research. American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
The Mission of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is to help set the standards for the confluence of education, training, and experience for the specialty of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery to assure the public of an acceptable level of attainment by those who are Board Certified. To this end, the Board's mission includes examination and certification of candidates, and recertification of Diplomates. American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
Orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics is the dental specialty that includes the diagnosis, prevention, interception, and correction of malocclusion, as well as neuromuscular and skeletal abnormalities of the developing or mature orofacial structures.
American Association of Orthodontists
The AAO comprises 15,000 members in the United States, Canada and abroad. Founded in 1900, the AAO supports research and education leading to quality patient care and promotes increased public awareness of the need for and benefits of orthodontic treatment. American Association of Orthodontists (AAO)
American Board of Orthodontics
The primary purpose of The American Board of Orthodontics is to elevate the level of orthodontic care for the public by encouraging excellence in clinical practice and specialty education. In its mission statement, the Board clearly defines four objectives: 1) to evaluate the knowledge and clinical skills of graduates of accredited orthodontic programs by conducting exams and conferring time-limited certificates; 2) to re-evaluate clinical knowledge and skills through administration of recertification exams throughout a Diplomate's career; 3) to support the development of quality graduate, postgraduate and continuing education programs in orthodontics; and 4) to promote and encourage certification expertise throughout the world. The American Board of Orthodontics
Pediatric Dentistry
Pediatric Dentistry is an age-defined specialty that provides both primary and comprehensive preventive and therapeutic oral health care for infants and children through adolescence, including those with special health care needs.
American Academy of Pediatrict Dentistry
The mission of the American Academy of Pediatrict Dentistry is to advocate policies, guidelines and programs that promote optimal oral health and oral health care for children. The AAPD serves and represents its membership in the areas of professional development and governmental and legislative activities. It is a liaison to other health care groups and the public. American Academy of Pediatrict Dentistry
American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
The American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (ABPD) certifies pediatric dentists based on standards of excellence that lead to high quality oral health care for infants, children, adolescents, and patients with special health care needs. Certification by the ABPD provides assurance to the public that a pediatric dentist has successfully completed accredited training and a voluntary examination process designed to continually validate the knowledge, skills, and experience requisite to the delivery of quality patient care. American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
Periodontics
Periodontics is that specialty of dentistry which encompasses the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the supporting and surrounding tissues of the teeth or their substitutes and the maintenance of the health, function and esthetics of these structures and tissues.
American Academy of Periodontology
The purpose of the American Academy of Periodontology is to advance the periodontal and general health of the public and promote excellence in the practice of periodontics. Our specialty will be known for advancing oral health and well-being through expertise in periodontics, implants, periodontal medicine, periodontal plastic surgery, and oral reconstructive surgery. American Academy of Periodontology
American Board of Periodontology
The American Board of Periodontology was organized by the American Academy of Periodontology in 1939 to elevate the standards and advance the science and art of periodontology by encouraging its study and advancing its practice. The American Board of Periodontology is one of nine specialty boards recognized by the American Dental Association. The activities of the American Board of Periodontology conform to the "Requirements for Recognition of Dental Specialties and National Certifying Boards for Dental Specialists" of the American Dental Association Council on Dental Education applicable to specialty boards in dentistry. American Board of Periodontology
Prosthodontics
Prosthodontics is the dental specialty pertaining to the diagnosis, treatment planning, rehabilitation and maintenance of the oral function, comfort, appearance and health of patients with clinical conditions associated with missing or deficient teeth and/or oral and maxillofacial tissues using biocompatible substitutes.
Academy of Prosthodontics
The Academy's mission is to promote the art and science of prosthodontics to the profession and the public, to disseminate knowledge concerning prosthodontics throughout the profession, to encourage study and investigation of the various phases of prosthodontics and related subjects, and to provide or conduct outreach services to the community of need. Academy of Prosthodontics
American Board of Prosthodontics
The mission of the American Board of Prosthodontics is to certify individuals who have demonstrated special knowledge and skills in prosthodontics. The Board also seeks to certify those who are committed to life-long learning and a lifetime of ethical practices, who value the doctor/patient relationship, who respect those with philosophical, cultural or physical differences and who are committed to the advancement of prosthodontics. American Board of Prosthodontics
DDS Doctor of Dental Surgery / DMD Doctor of Dental Medicine
These both indicate the degree awarded upon graduation from dental school to become a dentist. There is no difference between the two degrees; dentists who have a DMD or DDS have the same education. Universities have the prerogative to determine what degree is awarded. Both degrees use the same curriculum requirements set by the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. Generally, three or more years of undergraduate education plus four years of dental school is required to graduate and become a dentist. State licensing boards accept either degree as equivalent, and both degrees allow licensed individuals to practice the same scope of dentistry. Additional post-graduate training is required to become a dental specialist, such as an orthodontist, periodontist or oral and maxillofacial surgeon. Source: New York State Dental Association
New York State Dental Organizations
New York State Dental Association is a constituent of the American Dental Association representing more than 13,000 dentists in New York.
New York Dental Association
The New York State Dental Foundation, which was incorporated in 1980, was established to foster a statewide approach to the advancement of
the art and science of dentistry and dental education and to improve the quality of dental care
New York State Dental Foundation
Seventh District Dental Society. The purpose of the Seventh District Dental Society is to represent the interests of member dentists and to
advance the health of the public by promoting the art and science of dental medicine. The Society is composed of eight counties in the Seventh Judicial District
of New York State. Those counties are Cayuga, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne and Yates.
Seventh District Dental Society
