Thomas R. Swenson-Bellson, DDS

Pediatric Dentist

Dr. Thomas R. Swenson-Bellson is a Pediatric Dentist in Andover, MN with special training and skill in preventing, diagnosing, and treating tooth, gum, and jaw disorders and injuries in children. As a Pediatric Dentist, Thomas R. Swenson-Bellson, DDS performs oral health exams, preventative dental health education, wisdom teeth extraction, orthodontics, implant and crown placement, cavity repair, gum disease treatment, and dental injury care. Pediatric Dentistry is a dental specialty centered on promoting the oral health of young patients from infancy through their teen years. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Pediatric Dentists include dental cavities, wisdom tooth impaction, bruxism (tooth grinding), improper bite and jaw alignment, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder, gum disease, oral cancer, and injuries to the teeth, mouth, and gums. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Pediatric Dentists include diagnostic imaging, oral hygiene education, cavity repair, orthodontics, placing tooth implants, crowns, and orthodontics, diagnosing and treating tooth grinding, addressing gum disease, extracting impacted wisdom teeth, and treating tooth, tongue, and gum injury or infection.

An age-defined specialty that provides both primary and comprehensive preventive and therapeutic oral health care for infants and children through adolescence, including those with special health care needs.

General Practice Dentist

Dr. Thomas R. Swenson-Bellson is a General Practice Dentist in Andover, MN with special training and skill in preventing, diagnosing and treating dieases of the mouth, gums, and teeth. As a General Practice Dentist, Thomas R. Swenson-Bellson, DDS performs oral health preventative procedures, diagnostics, and treatments. General Practice Dentistry is a medical specialty focused on dental and oral healthcare. Significant diseases and conditions treated by General Practice Dentists include plaque buildup on the gums and teeth, cavities, tooth decay, and mouth trauma. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by General Practice Dentists include routine teeth cleanings, oral hygiene education, mouth x-rays, restoration procedures (like root canals, fillings, and crowns) as well as implant and denture delivery and maintenance.

A general dentist is the primary dental care provider for patients of all ages. The general dentist is responsible for the diagnosis, treatment, management and overall coordination of services related to patients' oral health needs.