Prosthodontics in Vancouver

Prosthodontics

At Downtown Dental, it’s important to us that you have a complete, healthy smile that supports you in everything you do. Prosthodontics is a branch of specialized dental care that deals with replacing missing teeth with prosthetic teeth. Many prosthodontic procedures can be easily performed right here in our Vancouver dental offices, such as dental crowns, bridges, and dentures. However, there are some cases of severe tooth loss or damage that require a more specialized level of care. In these cases, we can refer you to a local prosthodontist.

Who Needs to See a Prosthodontist?

Prosthodontists mainly help restore damaged teeth or replace missing teeth. They may also treat issues such as TMD (temporomandibular disorder) and mouth or facial pain. The role of a prosthodontist is to determine what type of prosthetic device will be most effective in resolving dental challenges and restoring full function and a bright smile to patients. These devices can range from permanent appliances that are affixed to the teeth (such as dental bridges) to removable appliances, such as oral splints.