Digestive System - Study Guide

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Pathology - Medical Specialties

Dentistry:

Involved w/ prevention, Dx, and Tx of conditions involving the teeth, jaw, and mouth

Practitioner: dentist

Gastroententerology

involved w/ Dx and Tx of diseases of the digestive system

Specialist: gastroenterologist

Oral Surgery:

Branch of Dentistry

Uses surgical means to treat dental conditions

Specialist: oral surgeon

Orthodontics

Branch of Dentistry

Concerned w/ correction of problems w/ tooth alignment

Specialist: orthodontist