A patient is in need of a root canal. He should make an appointment with a dentist who specializes in:
A) endodontics.
B) orthodontics.
C) pedodontics.
D) periodontics.

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A root canal involves treating the inner portion of a tooth, known as the root canal system. This is typically performed by an endodontist, who specializes in diagnosing and treating issues with the tooth pulp and root canal system. Orthodontists specialize in the alignment of teeth, pedodontists specialize in pediatric dentistry, and periodontists specialize in treating gum diseases.

A Patient Is in Need of a Root Canal