Question:
i plan on becoming a dentist so i'd like to know all the different kinds there are? also does it take longer to specialize in one of those, such as ortho?
Answers:
General, orthodontist, pedodontist (kids), endodontist (root canals), periodontist (gums/implants/surgery), prosthodontist (crowns, bridges, etc. - although some of this can be done by a general dentist), oral surgeon (surgery/wisdom teeth removal)
Yes, most of these require extra schooling.
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