A dentist, also known as a dental surgeon, is a surgeon who specializes in dentistry, the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and conditions of the oral cavity.
Dentists and dental surgeons are professionals who are involved with the oral health care of their patients. Dental surgeons see patients who have deformities or other issues related to their dental health. They perform surgery on the patients they see to correct specific dental issues.
A dental professional performs a variety of dental services to ensure the health and appearance of patients' teeth. This general term typically refers to a dentist and the team of dental hygienists part of a dentist office.