Prosthodontics is the branch of dentistry dedicated to treating patients who have structural deficiencies in the teeth or oral tissues. A prosthodontist is a specialist in this field and is not the same as your general dentist. Here's an introduction to three important treatments that prosthodontists offer.
Dentures, Bridges, and Implants
Tooth loss and the need for prosthodontic care is not uncommon. In the U.S., 120 million people are missing one or more teeth according to the American College of Prosthodontists.
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Not satisfied with the appearance of your teeth, and not sure the best cosmetic dentistry method to fix it? Here are a few things to know about bonding and veneers.
What Is Dental Bonding?
Dental bonding is when you add a resin material to the surface of your teeth to improve the appearance. It can be applied to the entire font surface of the teeth, or to the sites or tips of the teeth to reshape them.
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There are many things that will happen when you quit smoking. You'll probably start enjoying having healthier lungs for one, not to mention appreciating all the money you'll save. There's one thing anyone who has made the (incredibly wise) decision to quit smoking should do, and that's to make an appointment for a professional dental cleaning. But how does this relate to your former habit?
The Color of Your Teeth
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Before your implant dentist schedules you for your dental implant procedure, they will need to perform a comprehensive examination of your oral cavity. This is to help make sure that you are a good candidate for this surgical procedure. Here are some tests and procedures to expect at your pre-operative office visit with your dentist.
Imaging Tests And Periodontal Assessment
Before your implant procedure begins, you will get imaging tests so that your implant dentist can evaluate the inside of your oral cavity.
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It's remarkable how far gone a tooth must be before extraction becomes the only option. A dentist can often restore a tooth that has deteriorated to the point where much of its surface structure has been lost. When the tooth's nerve and root cannot be saved, a root canal (followed by a rebuilding of the tooth) can restore it to full functionality. But there are limits to what is actually possible in dentistry, so extraction is sometimes unavoidable.
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