Prosthodontic treatments are an excellent solution to restore your oral health and improve your smile’s aesthetics, whether you have damaged or missing teeth. Our team provides high-quality prosthodontics at Dee for Dentist in Las Vegas, Nevada, ensuring your new smile is better than ever before.
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What is Prosthodontics?
This sector of dentistry focuses on restoring your mouth’s functionality while simultaneously giving you a fuller smile. Prosthodontists are experts in doing the following:
- Enhance the appearance of smiles
- Improve speech and eating motions
- Even out bite force
- Improve jawbone mobility
Types of Prosthodontist Procedures
Veneers
If your teeth are stained, chipped, or otherwise blemished, veneers are a quick and easy fix. These permanently fasten to the fronts of your teeth to cover up wear and tear. Veneers can quickly restore confidence in your smile
Crowns
Crown are caps that will cover your tooth from the gum up. These offer many benefits, including:
- Protecting a damaged tooth
- Fixing a large cavity
- Filling in your smile
- Restoring integrity and functionality
- Matching the exact size, shape, and color of your teeth
Bridges
It is an invasive solution because we have to use the neighboring teeth which might be healthy teeth. They absolutely provide structural support.
Dentures
Whether full or partials, dentures are a perfect solution for those missing a swath of teeth, an entire arc, or a complete set.
Dental Implants
These provide the best solution for those missing one or a few teeth throughout the mouth. Nothing is better than dental implants for restoring your natural bite force and smile aesthetics. An implant composes of a titanium screw, an abutment, and a crown. These perfectly mimic a tooth from crown to root, even fusing with the bone through osseointegration.
Your smile is a masterpiece that tells your story every time you laugh, speak, or meet someone new. But what happens when life’s wear and tear, accidents, or time leave their mark on that story? That’s where prosthodontics comes in—a specialized field of dentistry focused on restoring not just the function of your teeth but the confidence behind your smile. Whether it’s replacing missing teeth, repairing damage, or crafting custom solutions to bring your smile back to life, prosthodontics transforms challenges into opportunities to shine.
Signs You Need Prosthodontic Care
There are several signs you might need to pay a visit to your prosthodontist, including symptoms you may have brushed off or attributed to other problems. The following are just a few signs that you need prosthodontic care sooner rather than later:
- Missing teeth impacting functionality
- Difficulty chewing
- Bleeding gums
- Toothache
- Chipped or broken teeth
- You have a sunken face
- You have an infected tooth
- Crooked teeth
- Discolored or stained teeth
- Gaps between teeth
- Persistent bad breath
If you show symptoms, it’s a good idea to schedule an appointment with a qualified and compassionate prosthodontist. We encourage you to reach out to Dee for Dentist, where you can discuss your concerns with an experienced practitioner and get tailored recommendations for your care.
What to Expect During Your Initial Prosthodontics Consultation
If you’re coming into our office for a consultation, you may want a better understanding of what you can expect. You’ll be introduced to some of our key staff members, including at least one provider or specialist. In addition to our friendly team, you can take advantage of our comfortable and welcoming environment.
How to Prepare for Your Consultation
We want you to come in prepared to discuss different aspects of your dental health, including any allergies, medications, medical conditions, surgical history, and any other relevant information. To make our job easier and speed up your appointment, you’re welcome to review any medical records and bring in notes.
You can also expect us to review some of your dental records during your consultation. Some prior dentists and referring practitioners may be willing to forward their existing records to us, containing X-rays, digital scans, and other pertinent details. But if these details are not available, we can collect additional images of your oral cavity to help inform our decisions.
Patients Are Part of the Decision-Making Process
Once you and your provider have walked through every important factor, you’ll begin discussing what treatment options will work best for you. Prosthodontics includes a wide variety of treatments and techniques, and we want to make sure that whatever we choose fits your goals, wants, and lifestyle needs as much as possible.
During this time, we’ll also discuss the pros and cons of each option available to you, as well as alternatives. You’ll learn about the commitment levels required, how long each treatment will take, whether there are additional steps you need to complete at home or during your daily routine, and any other information you might need.
Get Answers to Questions
Your consultation is an excellent opportunity for you to speak with our providers and get answers to your questions. If you have a particular concern, don’t be afraid to ask us about it and how we can help. This will help us prioritize your care plan properly, ensuring we don’t miss any key steps and are staying efficient with our planning.
We can also provide you with helpful information related to your care. So don’t hesitate to ask for recommendations, get clarification about certain processes and expectations, or take notes during your consultation.
Advanced Prosthodontic Technology We Use at Dee for Dentist
Not only do we prioritize patient comfort and well-being, but we also do our best to stay up-to-date with the latest technology and techniques. Depending on the care you receive from our prosthodontic team, you’ll be able to take advantage of some of our helpful tools, including the following:
- Sirona CEREC®
- HealthyStart™ myofunctional therapy appliances
- Digital Nitrous
- Guided dental implant surgery using Straumann® dental implants
- Primeprint & Sprintray 3D Printing
- Solea Laser
- Diode Laser
Let us know if you have any questions about our technology, especially about anything we plan to utilize during your care! We’re happy to discuss how our processes work!
