General dentistry is a branch of dentistry that focuses on the overall oral health and hygiene of patients. General dentists, also known as family dentists or primary care dentists, provide a wide range of dental services to patients of all ages. Their primary goal is to prevent, diagnose, and treat oral health issues and promote good oral hygiene practices.

Your general dentist will work with you to develop a customized dental hygiene plan that incorporates dental examination, teeth cleaning, possible tooth scaling, X-ray, and use of other diagnostic equipment to prevent, uncover, or treat problems as early as possible.