2006-09-04 09:29:51 · 6 answers · asked by mia 1 in Health ➔ Dental
an endodontist is doing your braces? it depends on how much experience he has, he usually specializes in root canals and stuff, but i guess if hes certified to put appliances on he must be, my braces are being handled by my general dentist, hes not an ortho, but hes very good. just check into your docs crudentials.
2006-09-04 09:32:38 · answer #1 · answered by hotsing1 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Endodontist are root canal specialists and i have never heard of one doing braces. Orthodontists are specially trained to do braces. It is not wise to go to any doctor who doesn't specialize in what they do and in this case your jaw and bite could be ruined, not to mention the fact that braces are quite expensive so why would you want to go to someone who may not do the best job possible.
2006-09-04 17:33:15 · answer #2 · answered by melebop 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since he's not a specialist in orthodontics, the only braces he can give you is Invisalign, which costs a pretty penny, can only be worn by people who have very slight malocclusions and doesn't work as effectively as metal braces.
To get the most out of your money, go to an orthodontist who has the proper training and experience to do the job right.
2006-09-04 17:18:47 · answer #3 · answered by LvYahooAnswrs 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
An orthodontist specializes in things like root canals and some oral surgery, he is not capable of putting on braces, unless he specializes in both.
2006-09-04 17:52:23 · answer #4 · answered by Angela. 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO....an endodontist specializes in root canals and usually is not trained in the many aspects of ORTHODONTICS- moving teeth
2006-09-04 17:43:31 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-09-06 14:47:23 · answer #6 · answered by Joel R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋