What is a general dentist?
General dentists are the primary dental care providers for patients of all ages. They can treat you and your entire family and care for your overall oral health. This is crucial to your total health! Dr. Ashley Covington and Dr. Perry DuRant takes responsibility for the diagnosis, treatment and overall coordination of services to meet your oral health needs. If you need a specialized dental procedure performed, one of our general dentists in Beaufort may work with other dentists to make sure you get the care you need.
Where do general dentists practice?
General dentists make up the majority of the 143,000 dentists practicing in the United States and Canada. Sometimes they become partners or associates with other dentists in a group practice. Other general dentists own their practice. Some general dentists work in government health services, research programs, higher education, corporations and even the military!
What kind of procedures do general dentists provide?
Many general dentists are highly educated and trained on all dental procedures. Instead of specializing in just one area of dentistry, they can provide plenty of different services for you and your family, such as:
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Crowns
- Bridges
- Dental Implants
- Dentures
- Gum disease treatment
- Home care instruction
- Mouthguards
- Nutrition counseling
- Oral surgery
- Orthodontics
- Restorative care
- Root canal therapy
- Sealants
- Teeth cleanings
- Tobacco cessation
- TMD/TMJ therapy
We welcome new patients and look forward to helping you achieve the optimal oral health. To schedule an appointment in our Lady’s Island dentist office, contact us at (843) 986-0177 or feel free to use our online appointment form.