Which department should I visit for dental caries?
Disease description:
There are black spots on my teeth. I think they might be cavities, and I want to get them checked out. So, which department should I visit for cavities?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guo Huijie
In general, patients with dental caries can directly register at the Department of Stomatology for treatment. If the hospital has more specialized departments, patients may choose the Department of Operative Dentistry or the Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics for specialized treatment. Doctors in the Department of Operative Dentistry possess professional dental treatment techniques and can provide targeted treatment plans. Additionally, if dental caries lead to malalignment of teeth, patients may also choose to visit the Department of Orthodontics for further diagnosis and treatment. Moreover, some primary healthcare institutions may not have a Department of Stomatology; in such cases, patients can consider registering at the Department of Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) for examination and treatment. Patients should choose the appropriate department based on the specific departmental setup of the hospital and their individual conditions when seeking medical care.
