15 Results forGeneral Dentists near Strawberry Plains, TN
Learn more about General Dentists and how to choose the right one for you
Learn more about General Dentists
A general dentist, or simply dentist, specializes in primary dental care: the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases and conditions of the oral cavity (mouth, teeth and gums) and the maxillofacial area (head, neck, face and jaw). Dentists also maintain the function and appearance of these areas. The overall goal is to help people keep their teeth, mouth and gums healthy.
A dentist typically:
- Evaluates the patient's dental and medical history and performs an oral exam
- Teaches patients about dental conditions and diseases, good oral hygiene, and oral disease prevention
- Orders and interprets laboratory and imaging tests, such as X-rays and saliva tests, and prescribes medications including antibiotics and pain medications
- Diagnoses oral and maxillofacial diseases and conditions based on an evaluation of tests and exams
- Provides preventive oral and primary dental care including dental cleanings and fluoride treatments
- Treats various oral and maxillofacial diseases and conditions including tooth decay, gum disease, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder
- Works closely with other dental specialists and members of your healthcare team as needed to ensure optimal care
A general dentist may also be known by the following terms: dentist, primary dentist, tooth doctor, family dentist, Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), and Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD).
There are 15 specialists practicing Dentistry in Strawberry Plains, TN with an overall average rating of 4.3 stars.
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Dr. Patrick Charles, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry2684 W HIGHWAY 11EStrawberry Plains, TN 378710.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Low wait times
Dr. James Bragg, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry9406 N Ruggles Ferry PikeStrawberry Plains, TN 378712.7 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
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Specialty: Dentistry1070 Rutledge PikeBlaine, TN 377096.6 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Low wait times
Dr. Noelan Schafer, DMD
Specialty: Dentistry2946 Winfield Dunn Pkwy Ste 301Kodak, TN 377648.5 miles awayDr. Eugene Stinson, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry2946 Winfield Dunn Pkwy Ste 301Kodak, TN 377648.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. David Parker, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry7541 Crosswood Blvd Ste 2Knoxville, TN 379246.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Julius Case, DDS
Specialty: Endodontics2964 Miller Place WayKnoxville, TN 379249.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Charles Fisher, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry6215 Riverview Crossing Dr Ste CKnoxville, TN 379248.7 miles awayDr. Christopher Carle, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry2964 Miller Place WayKnoxville, TN 379249.3 miles awayDr. Nicholas Charles, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry2684 W HIGHWAY 11EStrawberry Plains, TN 378710.8 miles awayDr. Andrew Charles Jr, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry2684 W HIGHWAY 11EStrawberry Plains, TN 378710.8 miles awayDr. Mica Mathison, DMD
Specialty: Dentistry2946 Winfield Dunn PkwyKodak, TN 377648.5 miles awayDr. Jacob Shea, DMD
Specialty: Dentistry2964 Miller Place WayKnoxville, TN 379249.3 miles awayDr. Kashyap Patel, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry2964 Miller Place WayKnoxville, TN 379249.3 miles awayDr. Enelys Moreno Hernandez, DDS
Specialty: Dentistry2964 Miller Place WayKnoxville, TN 379249.3 miles away