Restorative and Cosmetic Treatment for Missing or Damaged Teeth
Prosthodontics is a specialised field of dentistry focused on diagnosing, planning and carrying out restorative and cosmetic dental treatment. Prosthodontists undertake additional specialist training after dental school.
Prosthodontic treatment can help restore missing or defective teeth with functional, natural-looking restorations designed to improve the smile, chewing ability and confidence.
Why Might You Consult a Prosthodontist?
A prosthodontist develops a comprehensive restorative treatment plan and explains what may be possible for the patient. This can be especially helpful when teeth are missing, damaged or affecting the appearance and function of the smile.
- Creation of partial or complete dentures.
- Improving the appearance or colour of the teeth.
- Replacing gaps caused by one or more missing teeth.
- Considering dental implants.
Comprehensive Restorative Planning
A prosthodontist can be thought of as the architect of a restorative treatment plan, combining diagnosis, planning and treatment to restore missing or defective teeth.
Modern prosthodontic care may use dental implants, veneers, crowns, bridges and dentures to restore function and create a natural-looking result.
Book AppointmentWhat Treatments Can a Prosthodontist Perform?
Prosthodontic treatment is planned to restore function, durability and appearance. Gum disease or other oral health concerns may need to be controlled before restorative treatment begins.
Book AppointmentDental implants are designed to replace missing natural teeth. Titanium implant roots are placed in the jawbone to provide support for replacement teeth that are intended to look and feel similar to natural teeth.
Veneers are porcelain or ceramic coverings bonded to natural teeth. They may be used to improve concerns such as uneven teeth, staining, chips and damage caused by general wear.
Prosthetic crowns may be made from porcelain, metal or a combination of materials. They are designed to reproduce the natural crown or visible surface of the tooth and can provide a durable restoration.
Conventional and cantilever bridges can be used to support a prosthetic replacement tooth. Healthy natural teeth may support the bridge, or dental implants may be used as anchors.
Complete dentures can replace all teeth when teeth have been lost because of gum disease, trauma or other causes. They restore function to the mouth and can make chewing and speaking easier.
When several teeth are missing, removable or fixed partial dentures may be considered. They can improve the appearance of the smile while also helping restore chewing ability.
Prosthodontists may also help manage jaw joint or TMJ concerns, severe snoring and sleep apnea, and can be involved in reconstruction of the teeth following oral cancer treatment.
Prosthodontic care may be coordinated with other dental health professionals when a combined approach is needed for restorative treatment.
Questions About Prosthodontics?
If you have questions or concerns about prosthodontic treatment, contact Smile Collective in Ghatkopar to discuss your dental needs and available restorative options.
- Dental implants.
- Dental veneers.
- Dental crowns.
- Dental bridges.
- Complete dentures.
- Partial dentures.
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