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Crowns, Bridges, Dentures, Implants

Most of us are familiar with dental specialists such as orthodontists and periodontists, but there's another specialist that might not be so familiar - the prosthodontist. Prosthodontists are dentists who specialize in the repair and replacement of teeth. In addition to dental school, prosthodontists participate in another 2-3 years of specialized training. Prosthodontists want to make you look and feel your best. They do this by replacing broken or worn teeth or even the jaw bone with natural-looking substitutes (or prosthetics.) Missing teeth or a (More)

Understanding Crowns, Bridges, Dentures, Implants

  • Bridges
  • Dental Implants
  • Dentures
  • Oral Health/Dental Specialists
  • Watch Your Mouth! (Multi-media partnership)
  • Dental Implants (American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS))
  • Dental Minutes - Videos (American Dental Association)

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  • Are My Sinus Problems Related to Dental Implants?
  • Can a Titanium Implant Cause Migraines?
  • Can I Prevent Gum Soreness Caused by Dentures?
  • Do All Dentures Cause Gagging?
  • Do I Need a Crown After a Root Canal?
  • If I Take Fosamax, Can I Still Have Dental Implants?
  • Is It Normal To Need a Root Canal After a Crown?
  • Is Teeth Bonding Safe?
  • What Is the Cause of this Black Spot on My Gum?
  • When Are Transition Crowns a Good Option?

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    Last Updated: Nov 12, 2012