How Many Periodontists Are in the US?
Periodontists are dentists who specialize in treating the gums and underlying bone that support teeth. They also provide dental implant surgery.
They are also responsible for educating patients about the importance of oral hygiene and good nutrition and can help prevent tooth loss.
How Many Periodontists Are in the US?
The number of periodontists practicing in the United States is estimated at 159,246. The industry is expected to grow at a rate of 1.6% over the five years to 2021.
How to Become a Dentist
In order to become a dentist, you must complete a four-year degree program and pass the National Dental Examinations. Licensing requirements vary by state.
After graduation from dental school, you need a one to two year postgraduate residency in dentistry and a specialty in periodontics. During this time, you work in a clinical setting under the supervision of an experienced dentist.
How to Become a Periodontist
The American Board of Periodontology is a professional membership organization that serves the public and the dental profession by administering the certifying process for experts in the dental specialty of periodontology. Diplomates are recognized by the public, the dental profession and third-party payers as specialists in periodontal and dental implant surgery.
How to Become a Board-Certified Periodontist
In order to be certified by the American Board of Periodontology, you need to have completed a rigorous and comprehensive examination that is held in a testing facility throughout the country. The exam is administered by the Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations and covers all aspects of periodontology and dental implant surgery.
How to Practice Periodontology
To practice periodontics, you must have a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited dental school and a one to two year postgraduate residency under the supervision of a licensed periodontist. Some states have more rigorous licensing requirements than others.
How to Treat Gum Disease
Keeping the gums and other tissues surrounding teeth healthy is essential for long-term dental health. Bacteria that stay on the tooth for long periods of time can cause gum inflammation and infection, which leads to gum disease. The resulting infections can cause bleeding gums, red and swollen gums, loose teeth and tooth loss.
How to Prevent Gum Disease
In addition to brushing your teeth regularly, you need to floss your teeth on a daily basis. Flossing removes plaque and bacteria that can lead to gum disease. However, more than a quarter of Americans admit to lying to their dentist about how often they floss their teeth.
In addition, a recent national survey found that more than a third of Americans would rather do unpleasant activities such as cleaning the toilet or washing a sink full of dirty dishes over daily flossing. In addition, nearly one in ten Americans would rather sit in gridlock traffic for an hour than floss their teeth on a daily basis.
