Prosthodontics is one of the nine American Dental Association (ADA) recognized dental specialties
A prosthodontist is a dental specialist in the restoration and replacement of teeth. Extensive training and education provide prosthodontists with the skills for restoring optimum function and esthetics to your smile. Prosthodontists receive an extra three years of intense, formal training beyond regular dental school and are trained to manage the most complex dental restorations such as rehabilitation from injury, and genetic facial defects. A prosthodontist has the skills and experience to optimally restore patients’ smiles to their fullest. Prosthodontics is both an art and a science.
A Team Leader:
The Prosthodontist is generally the team leader or “quarterback” in the development and execution of the dental treatment plan. He (or she) is trained to lead a collaborative team involving many dental professionals including general dentists, oral surgeons, periodontists, endodontists, orthodontists, pediatric dentists and lab technicians.
Areas of Expertise:
- Esthetic Dentistry, (crowns, veneers, tooth colored restorations and whitening procedures)
- Implant Dentistry (replacement of single and multiple missing teeth)
- Reconstructive Dentistry (crowns, bridges, dentures, traumatic injuries to the teeth, complex rehabilitations)
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