WHY SPECIALIZED CARE MATTERS FOR YOUR SMILE Dentists vs. Orthodontists
Have you ever gone to a dental office and noticed that they offered orthodontic services without an orthodontist on staff? While not every dentist offers orthodontics, some believe they can align and straighten a patient’s teeth as well as the average orthodontist, leading them to provide these services in their practices. However, orthodontic treatment is not necessarily a quick fix, and most patients will benefit from seeing an actual orthodontist for orthodontic treatment. In the state of California, dentists can offer orthodontic treatment, but it might not be as effective as treatment from an orthodontist. Dentists focus on overall oral health, often treating decayed teeth and removing teeth that no longer serve their function. They are incredibly knowledgeable about their field but don’t receive the same level of specialized training that
think the same way when your oral health requires the assistance of an orthodontist, endodontist, or other oral specialist.
So, what sets an orthodontist apart from a general dentist? In most cases, it comes down to schooling and practice. Both dentists and dental specialists graduate from dental school, but only dental specialists, like orthodontists, continue their education. They’ll study and train for two additional years at an accredited program to become experts in their specialty area. From there, orthodontists limit their practice to their dental specialty, meaning they focus on
orthodontic care every minute they spend at work. In comparison, dentists will provide general care and, in some cases, specialty care throughout every day. Our office is focused on your bite and the alignment of your teeth. We want nothing more than to help you achieve the straight and healthy smile you’ve
orthodontists receive to do their jobs efficiently and effectively. Think about it this way: Would you want your family doctor to operate on you when you need serious surgery? You should
always dreamed about. Don’t settle for good enough when it comes to your oral health!
PERFECT PEACH COBBLER
Made with fresh, juicy peaches and a buttery, golden crust, this peach cobbler is the perfect blend of sweet and tart.
Ingredients • 6 cups sliced fresh peaches • 1/2 cup granulated sugar • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg • 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup packed brown sugar • 2 tsp baking powder • 1/2 tsp salt • 1/2 cup cold butter, cut into pieces • 1/2 cup milk • 2 tbsp butter, melted
Directions 1. Preheat oven to 375 F and grease an 8-inch square baking dish. 2. In a large bowl, combine peaches, sugar, 2 tbsp flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg; mix until blended, then spoon into prepared dish. 3. In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. 4. Cut in butter with forks or pastry knife until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. 5. Add milk and stir until just blended. 6. Drop dough by spoonfuls onto peach mixture and drizzle melted butter on top. 7. Bake for 40–45 minutes or until top is golden brown.
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