What is a prosthodontist and how can this specialist help me.?
You may have heard of a prosthodontist, but you may not know exactly what it is. Here we explain what this specialist does and what kind of treatments he offers.
What is prosthodontics?
Our teeth can be badly damaged, and this, for various reasons, whether it is a disease or trauma, cavities, strong exposure to acids, or even a lack of saliva.
The general dentist may refer a patient, in complex cases, to a prosthodontist for a complete and surgical treatment.
Prosthodontics is a specialty of dentistry specializing in the aesthetic restoration or replacement of damaged or missing teeth using fixed or removable dental prostheses.
What is a Prosthodontist?
The prosthodontist holds a specialty credential issued by the provincial dental regulatory body. He or she has 2-3 years of additional training in clinical restorative procedures.
Prosthodontics is a specialized area of dentistry that focuses on the diagnosis, planning and execution of restorative and aesthetic treatments. Dentists who choose to specialize in prosthodontics must complete three or four years of specialty training after dental school.
A prosthodontist is an expert in diagnosing dental problems, planning treatment, and preventing other dental problems. The prosthodontist is an “architect of the mouth”. In patient care, he develops treatment plans and schedules events with other dental and medical specialists, as well as general dentists to provide the most comprehensive patient care.
With the services of a prosthodontist, your natural teeth are restored and missing teeth or tissues are replaced with artificial substitutes.
What services does a prosthodontist offer?
Prosthodontists provide a range of services, including bridges, crowns, fillings, implants, mouthguards, veneers, and cosmetic procedures.
In which cases is a prosthodontist referred to us?
When a patient has suffered serious tooth damage, their case may require the attention and high-quality care of a prosthodontist. A dentist will assess your smile and determine if you need specialized care on a case-by-case basis.
Have you suffered damage to one or more of your teeth that may require a prosthodontist
A dentist will be happy to answer all your questions or receive you for a consultation.