QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
How does a prosthodontist differ from other dental specialists and general dentists?
Essentially, prosthodontists are THE recognized experts when anything needs to be replaced in your mouth. This can range from a single tooth, multiple teeth, or all teeth and gums in the mouth. While many other dentists can do some of these treatments, prosthodontists are the specialists dedicated to this type of care.
Prosthodontists have advanced training in restoring and replacing teeth. This training ensures the mastery of the science and advanced techniques necessary to create long lasting, functional and natural restorations. Prosthodontists are considered the leaders of the dental treatment plan. They regularly lead teams of general dentists, specialists, and other health professionals to develop solutions for your dental needs.
Why choose a prosthodontist?
Choose a prosthodontist because of their advanced education and training, efficiency, and expertise with advanced technology. Prosthodontists are extensively trained in state-of-the-art techniques and procedures for treating complex dental conditions and restoring optimum function and esthetics.
Rigorous training and experience give prosthodontists a special understanding of the dynamics of a smile and the preservation of a healthy mouth.
Fewer than 2% of all dentists are prosthodontists and prosthodontics is one of only twelve specialties recognized by the American Dental Association.
When do you need the care of Dr. Cummings?
You need the care of Dr. Cummings if:
You are missing one or more teeth.
You are interested in dental implants.
You wear dentures or removable partial dentures.
You desire cosmetic dentistry to make your smile more attractive.
You have a dental problem for which you have not been able to find a solution.
You seek comprehensive diagnostic services.
You have “dry mouth” syndrome which is causing dental decay and tooth loss.
What treatment does Dr. Cummings offer to restore your teeth?
Dr. Cummings uses cutting edge technology to provide innovative solutions to your dental problems such as:
Implant dentistry
Crowns and bridges
Veneers
Complete dentures and partial dentures
Inlays and onlays
“All-On-Four ” or “teeth in a day” dentistry
“Digital smile design”
Digital CAD/CAM dentistry
Partial and full mouth rehabilitation
What does ‘full mouth reconstruction’ mean?
Any dental treatment that affects all teeth in the mouth is called a full mouth reconstruction or rehabilitation. Dr. Cummings is a recognized expert in such treatment, which may include crowns, bridges, implants, and dentures, essentially providing a “smile makeover” for the patient. Many of our highly satisfied patients have expressed the sentiment that a new set of teeth has made them feel as if they had a new lease on life.
What other ailments are prosthodontists trained to treat?
Rigorous training and experience provide prosthodontists an in-depth understanding of the structure, mechanics, and preservation of a healthy mouth, and special patient needs such as:
Oral reconstruction after traumatic injury or head and neck cancer treatment
Management of the medically compromised dental patient
Temporomandibular disorder (TMD, TMJ), or other jaw joint problems