A lot of our patients are
curious about the difference between an orthodontist and a dentist. In fact,
one of the most common questions we hear at Ashburn Orthodontics is, “Dentists
and orthodontists are all the same, right?”
A general dentist is your
primary dental care provider. Dentists diagnose, treat, and manage your overall
oral healthcare needs, including gum care, root canals, fillings, crowns,
veneers, and bridges.
Orthodontists, such as Dr.
Kortam, are more concerned with diagnosis, prevention, interception, and
treatment of malocclusion, or what we call “bad bite,” of the teeth.
Orthodontists focus on tooth and jaw alignment and bite problems and are responsible
for straightening with braces and clear aligners. Orthodontists treat children
as well as adults who wish to improve the function of their bite and appearance
of their smile.
Before becoming an
orthodontist, doctors such as Dr. Kortam start out in dental school and earn a
dental degree, just like your general dentist. After dental school, those
doctors who decide they are interested in the orthodontic field, stay in school
for a few more years and become experts in orthodontia, which is one of nine
specialties within the dental field. Dr.
Kortam went the extra mile and completed the board exams and became American
Board Certified in Orthodontics!
You can feel rest assured
that you are in the best hands with Dr. Kortam!
To schedule your Complimentary
Consultation at our Ashburn, VA office, please give us a call today at (703)
729-7210 or visit our website at www.ashburnbraces.com and remember, It’s All
About Your Smile!
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