The dentist is licensed by the Michigan Board of Dentistry to practice dentistry. The degrees D.D.S. (Doctor of Dental Surgery), and D.M.D. (Doctor of Dental Medicine) are the same. The difference is only a matter of semantics. The majority of dental schools award the D.D.S. degree; however, some award a D.M.D. degree. The education and degrees are the same. A general dentist in responsible for the diagnosis, treatment, management and overall coordination of all dental services related to an individual’s oral health. These dentists are trained on all dental procedures, choosing not to specialize in only one specific area of dentistry. Dental specialists are dentists who have received additional education and training after receiving licensure as a general dentist. For more information on how to become a dentist, please visit the American Dental Association Web site.
The Michigan Dental Association and the district dental societies of Detroit, Macomb and Oakland County, have joined forces with the Detroit Red Wings to promote oral health.
For five designated games, the Detroit Red Wings will donate $5 for every ticket purchased to support Give Kids A Smile Day events at the University of Detroit Mercy. Give Kids a Smile Day provides oral health care and education to large numbers of low income and disadvantage children. It also serves to inform policy makers of the ongoing challenges that low-income and disabled children face in accessing dental care.
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Michigan dentists participate in a variety of state and community programs that offer low-cost or free dental services to individuals in need. These programs offer help to seniors, low-income individuals, patients on Medicaid, disabled, handicapped or institutionalized individuals, children, and others. Read More
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