Match each specialty of dentistry with its focus.

-The specialty that involves the cause, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and injuries of the pulp and associated structures

Question

Match each specialty of dentistry with its focus.

-The specialty that involves the cause, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and injuries of the pulp and associated structures

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Endodontics focuses on the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and injuries of the pulp and associated structures.

Other specialties and their focuses are:
A) Oral pathology - focuses on the diagnosis and management of diseases affecting the oral and maxillofacial regions
B) Prosthodontics - focuses on the restoration and replacement of teeth and other oral structures
D) Public health dentistry - focuses on the promotion of good oral health practices and disease prevention in communities
E) Orthodontics - focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of misaligned teeth and jaws
F) Pediatric dentistry - focuses on the oral health of children from infancy through adolescence
G) Oral and maxillofacial surgery - focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of conditions affecting the mouth, jaws, and face
H) Oral and maxillofacial radiology - focuses on the use of imaging techniques to diagnose and manage conditions affecting the oral and maxillofacial regions.

Match Each Specialty of Dentistry with Its Focus