Ch. 12-13: Dentistry and Dietetics Vocabulary Flashcard

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A professional who cleans teeth, provides other preventive dental care, and teaches patients how to practice good oral hygiene

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Dental hygienist

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Dentists specialized in treating the gums.

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Periodontists

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A professional organization that represents dentists nationwide and seeks to address the most important professional and public health issues.

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American Dental Association (ADA)

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Nutritionist who works under contract with facilities or in a private practice and provide expertise in food sanitation and safety, menu development and budgeting.

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Consultant Dietitian Nutritionists

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Individual that counsels on sound nutrition practices in settings outside of hospitals or long-term facilities

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Community dietitian nutritionists

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The largest group of dental specialists who work to straighten teeth.

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Orthodontists

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A dentist who diagnoses diseases of the mouth.

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Oral pathologist

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Areas for dietitian nutritionists include gerontology, pediatrics, renal nutrition, sports nutrition, oncology, or advanced clinical practice. Certification requires specific credentials.

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Specialty Board Certification

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A technician who makes porcelain and acrylic restorations for the mouth.

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Dental ceramist

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Professional trained at the associate's degree level to assist the registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) in the delivery of food and nutrition services in hospitals, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and schools.

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Nutrition and Dietetic technician, registered (NDTR)