Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are dentists specializing in surgery of the mouth, face and jaws. Dr. Chari is skilled at performing most all conservative surgical procedures, such as the extraction of widsom teeth as well as removal of small growths, which have developed in the mouth.
Periodontists are dentists who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease. Dr. Chari"s extensive background enables him to diagnose and treat these conditions.
Your dentist has determined that your gums require special attention. Dr. Chari and his registered dental hygienist work together as a team to provide you with the highest level of care. They will combine their experience to recommend the best treatment available to you while keeping each other informed on your progress. By being able to treat you within the office, Dr.^Chari is able to provide you with a continuity of care while showing a strong commitment to your dental health.
The Endodontist examines, diagnoses and treats diseases and destructive processes, including injuries and abnormalities of dental pulps and periapical tissues of the teeth.
Endodontists examine patients and interpret radiographs and pulp tests to determine pulp vitality and periapical tissue condition. They evaluate their findings and prescribe a method of treatment to prevent loss of teeth.
Dr. Chari"s educational background, continuing education, as well as his 20 years of experience practicing dentistry qualify him to perform all of the procedures listed above without having to unncessarily refer you outside of the office. This allows you to experience the same quality of care, compassion, as well as creature comforts that his patients have grown accustomed to.
What is a Prosthodontist?
The prosthodontist examines and diagnoses disabilities caused by loss of teeth and supporting structures. They formulate and execute treatment plans for the construction of corrective prostheses to restore proper function and esthetics of the mouth, face, and jaw.
Dr Chari"s 20 years of experience as well as his extensive educational background have lended him the skills necessary to treat most all prosthodontic cases. Furthermore, Dr. Chari has completed a myriad of courses in implant dentistry, which provides patients an additional option for those with bridges or missing teeth.
An orthodontist prevents and treats mouth, teeth, and jaw problems. Using braces, retainers, and other devices, an orthodontist helps straighten a person"s teeth and correct the way the jaws line up.
Orthodontists treat kids for many problems, including having crowded or overlapping teeth or having problems with jaw growth and tooth development. These tooth and jaw problems may be caused by tooth decay, losing baby teeth too soon, accidents, or habits like thumb sucking. These problems also can be genetic or inherited.
Dr. Chari has found that over the years, many of his patients need or electively choose braces to better improve their smiles. Because of this he has taken additional courses for the purpose of expanding his skills to treat these patients himself in order to better optimize the end result, both functionally as well as aesthetically, since he oversees the process from beginning to end and works closely with the patient to ahieve their ultimate goal.
Although rare, Dr. Chari might recommend a referral to an orthodontist if he sees a problem that is outside the realm of what he is capable of in order to achieve the best result.