Dental prosthetics, also known as prosthodontics, is one of the nine dental specialties recognized by the American Dental Association®. This dental specialty focuses on the diagnosis, treatment planning, rehabilitation and maintenance of the oral function, comfort, appearance and health of patients with conditions associated with missing or deficient teeth or oral tissues. Prosthodontics can include replacing missing teeth, restoring irregular or damaged teeth, and more. In short, prosthodontics works to restore and enhance the way that your smile looks and functions. In many cases, our dentists will act as the “quarterback” in dental treatment plans.

In prosthodontics, the goal of tooth replacement and restoration is both functional and aesthetic. In addition to replacing missing teeth and restoring damaged or irregular teeth, prosthodontics can also attend to the special needs of geriatric patients, care for children born with cleft palate or missing teeth, and provide TMJ treatment.

If you would like to learn more about prosthodontics and how our team can help you, we invite you to contact us today.