What
is a prosthodontist?
A Prosthodontist is a dentist who specializes in the
restoration and replacement of natural teeth by placing
natural looking substitute teeth (crowns) or natural looking
substitute prostheses (bridges, implants, dentures). Prosthodontics
is one of only eight dental specialties recognized by
the American Dental Association. A Prosthodontist's professional
education includes several years of additional training
after dental school in an accredited advanced dental educational
program. Advanced technologies in dentistry over the past
twenty years have made it possible for the prosthodontist
to offer their patients a wide variety of professional
services.
Repairing and Restoring Broken Down Teeth
These teeth need to be restored for both functional and
esthetic purposes. Functionally, we want to do everything
we can to save a tooth since the loss of just one tooth
can have a domino effect in later years. We, of coure
want every tooth, no matter anterior or posterior to look
as natural and beautiful as the tooth we are restoring.
Corrections
A prosthodontist will be able to design a treatment plan
using a wide range of options depending upon the patient's
needs and desires. Whether a patient is a candidate for
complete dentures, removable partial dentures, crowns,
bridgework, implant retained teeth or dentures, or a combination
of these services, a prosthodontist is well educated in
providing high quality care. We have an excellent understanding
of dental laboratory procedures, and we work closely with
our dental lab technicians to ensure that each custom
made prosthesis is attractive and comfortable for the
patient. Look under tooth replacement options.
Prosthodontic training includes in depth study and experience
in the relationship of teeth and jaws necessary for a
proper bite. Prosthodontists are able to provide complex
care management for both adults and children using a team
approach involving multiple specialists. We provide treatment
for patients with birth defects such a cleft palate; traumatic
injuries, children with missing teeth or teeth that are
shaped incorrectly: and complete restorations for patients
who have undergone surgical or radiation treatment for
cancer.
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