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Patient FAQs
Answers to some of our most commonly asked questions.
What resources are available for low cost dental care?
Click here for a list of clinics that offer affordable dental care.
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I need to find a Dentist in my area. Can you help me?
Use the ADA Find-A-Dentist to search for dentists and specialists near you.
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What are the dental specialties
Has your dentist referred you to a specialist? What does that mean and what do they do? Click here to see the 9 dental specialites recognized by the ADA and their descriptions.
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How can I file a complaint?
Peer review is a process by which the dental profession reviews and resolves problems or misunderstandings
regarding dental treatment. Peer review exists for the benefit of the patient, the dentist, and the third-party. It can be initiated by a patient or a dentist. If you wish to know more about Peer Review, contact the NDS office.
For information on filing a complaint with the Tennessee Board of Dentistry, click here.
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What is the difference between a DDS and DMD?
They are both degrees in general dentistry. Some dental schools give the DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) degree and others the DMD (Doctor of Medical Dentistry) degree.
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