Depending on the findings of a dental examination, certain treatments may be recommended. These include:

• Dental restoration. A dentist may recommend and perform specific treatments, such as fillings or crowns when teeth are decayed and damaged.
  
  
• Protective care. This may include dental sealants, a composite resin coating applied to the molars and premolars to help prevent cavities from developing in children.
  
  
• Referral to specialists. This may include referrals to a periodontist (e.g., to treat gum disease), orthodontist (e.g., to install braces) or an endodontist (e.g., for a root canal).