A professional who provides dental care for infants, children, and adolescents. Responsibilities include:

• Fabricates space maintainers designed for patients.
• Treats primary and secondary teeth and constructs and places bridges, dentures, and obturating appliances suitable for growing arches.
• Manages patients with behavioral problems or handicapping conditions.
• Counsels and advises patients and family on growth and development dental problems of patient.
• Provides preventive services through use of fluorides and sealants and instructs patient and family members on dental care.