Specialized Dental Care & Dental Specialties in Plano, TX
At Softtouch Dental and Implant Center in Plano TX, Dr. Salman Lakhani provides advanced restorative and cosmetic solutions, and collaborates closely with other dental specialists to ensure your smile gets the highest level of care possible. Here’s a helpful overview of dental specialties — and how they may be part of your personalized treatment plan.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons (OMS) are dentists who specialize in surgery of the mouth, face, and jaws. After dental school, they complete an additional four to seven years of rigorous hospital-based surgical training. This prepares them to perform a wide range of procedures on both the hard and soft tissues of the face, mouth, and neck.
Periodontics (Gum Disease Specialist)
A periodontist is a dentist who focuses on diagnosing and treating periodontal (gum) disease. This specialty requires at least two more years of advanced training after dental school. Periodontists devote their skill to maintaining gum health, treating infections, and preserving the foundation of your smile.
Why might Dr. Lakhani refer you to a periodontist?
If your gums require specialized attention, he’ll coordinate with a trusted periodontist to deliver seamless, comprehensive care — ensuring you receive the most effective treatment for your long-term health.
Endodontics (Root Canal Specialist)
Endodontists are experts in diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries of dental pulp (the inner tissue of the tooth) and the surrounding root. They use specialized techniques and tools to save teeth that might otherwise be lost, interpreting pulp tests and radiographs to create precise treatment plans.
Prosthodontics (Dental Implants & Smile Reconstruction)
A prosthodontist, like Dr. Lakhani, specializes in restoring or replacing teeth to rebuild both function and aesthetics. This includes everything from dental crowns and bridges to complex full mouth reconstruction and implant dentistry. Dr. Lakhani’s advanced training ensures you receive care that restores confidence, bite function, and natural beauty.
Pediatric Dentistry
Pediatric dentists complete at least two years of additional study focused on children’s dental needs — including growth, behavior, and special healthcare considerations. Their offices, teams, and treatments are tailored specifically for kids, helping create positive early dental experiences.
Orthodontics (Braces & Jaw Alignment)
Orthodontists prevent and treat problems with tooth and jaw alignment. Using braces, clear aligners, and other devices, they correct issues like crowding, gaps, overbites, underbites, and improper jaw growth. These treatments not only enhance your smile’s appearance but also protect long-term dental function.
Trust Dr. Lakhani for Advanced Care & Specialist Coordination
Whether you need complex restorative solutions with dental implants, treatment for gum disease, or alignment through trusted specialists, Dr. Salman Lakhani coordinates your care every step of the way. He works closely with experienced colleagues to ensure you receive seamless, high-quality treatment tailored to your smile’s needs.
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