Prosthodontist

A prosthodontist is a dental specialist who is trained to diagnose, treat, and manage complex dental and facial problems that involve the restoration and replacement of missing or damaged teeth. Prosthodontists have completed an additional three years of advanced training after dental school to master the skills needed to create natural-looking and functional restorations.

Prosthodontists offer a wide range of services, including:

• Dental Implants: Prosthodontists are trained to place and restore dental implants, which are small titanium posts that are surgically placed into the jawbone to replace missing or damaged teeth.
• Crowns and Bridges: Prosthodontists are skilled in creating custom-made crowns and bridges to replace missing or damaged teeth. Crowns are used to cover and protect a damaged tooth, while bridges are used to replace one or more missing teeth.
• Dentures: Prosthodontists can design, create, and adjust dentures to replace missing teeth and improve a patient’s ability to chew and speak.
• Veneers: Prosthodontists can place porcelain veneers on teeth to improve the appearance of chipped, discolored, or misaligned teeth.
• Maxillofacial Prosthodontics: Prosthodontists can create prosthetic devices to replace missing or damaged facial structures such as ears, eyes, noses, and jaws.

Prosthodontists work in collaboration with other dental specialists, such as oral surgeons and periodontists, to create treatment plans that address the patient’s specific needs. They use advanced technologies and materials to create functional and esthetic restorations that look and feel like natural teeth.

If you have complex dental or facial problems that involve the restoration or replacement of missing or damaged teeth, it is important to see a prosthodontist for a consultation. They can help you determine the best course of treatment to restore your smile and improve your quality of life.