Prosthodontists are highly trained in the fixed and
removable replacement of missing teeth, cosmetic dentistry to improve the smile, and
restorative dentistry to restore broken down teeth. They also provide complex management of
patients suffering from TMJ pain, traumatic injuries, and post oral cancer.
1. replacing lost teeth
Teeth can be lost for a variety of reasons including decay, gum disease, injury, medical and
congenital problems, and even wear. Some patients may be missing only one or two teeth,
while others may be missing all their teeth and have been wearing dentures for a number of
years. Your Prosthodontist can provide treatment suggestions to replace the lost teeth. A
number of different services are available including the following:
- Crowns and bridges
- Complete dentures and partial dentures
- Dental implants supporting single or multiple tooth replacements
2. improving your smile
Many people are self-conscious about the "look" of their smile. Prosthodontists' specialty
training can improve your appearance by restoring broken, discoloured, or poorly positioned
teeth. Cosmetic dentistry can greatly improve a person's self-image and quality of life. Some
of the techniques which can improve your smile are:
- Dental bleaching to brighten and whiten a smile
- Resin bonding and resin veneers to change a tooth's shape or to close gaps and spaces
- Porcelain veneers (a thin porcelain shell placed over the fronts of the teeth)
- All porcelain crowns ("caps") for damaged teeth, or teeth with large discoloured fillings
Are you ready for a new smile?
