A dentist has a broader scope and performs complex procedures like root canals, crowns, and implants. A advanced dental therapist focuses on basic restorative / preventive care such as fillings, simple extractions and cleanings.

Dental Sealants are a thin, plastic coating painted onto the chewing surfaces of back teeth (molars) to fill in pits and grooves, creating a smooth barrier that blocks food and germs from getting in, thus preventing cavities, especially in children and teens where most decay occurs. This simple, painless procedure provides long-lasting protection, stopping decay before it starts and saving time and money on more complex dental work later.

A deep dental cleaning is a procedure to treat gum disease by removing plaque and tartar from the tooth surfaces and roots, especially below the gum line where regular cleaning cannot reach.

A root canal is a treatment that removes infected or damaged nerves, blood vessels or tissue from the inside of the tooth. It helps to clean and disinfect the inner canals and then the tooth is filled and sealed. It helps to save the natural tooth from extraction, relieves pain, and prevents further infection, often completed with a crown.

The crown covers and protects a damaged tooth by restoring it's shape, size, strength and appearance. The crown acts like a full replacement for the visible part of the tooth and prevents further decay, fractures or pain, especially after a root canal or a large filling.

Fluoride treatments strengthen the tooth enamel which makes teeth more resistant to acidic drinks or foods. It can reverse early tooth decay and works by replenishing lost minerals and making enamel harder for bacteria to dissolve, benefiting ages from toddler to seniors.