Dental Bridges & Dentures Clinic: Restore Your Damaged Or Missing Teeth
Prosthodontics involves the use of dental crowns, dentures and bridges to preserve the integrity of your mouth and to help restore your missing, damaged, or decayed teeth. Skyview Ranch Dental provides prosthodontics services for patients of all ages in the Calgary area.
Replicate Your Natural Teeth with Dental Crowns
Restore the appearance, shape and function of any damaged, decayed or missing teeth. Dental crowns are artificial teeth that are available in a variety of materials including gold, porcelain and metal. With good oral hygiene habits, your crowns can last up to 10 years or more before replacement.
Bridging the Gaps
A dental bridge is formed by attaching a replacement tooth, which fills in the gap, to the teeth on either side. Preparation to the neighbouring teeth is similar to the method used for dental crowns.
Dentures
Whether it’s through accidental trauma or dental disease, tooth loss is a fact of life for many people. Dentures are a popular artificial replacement that can be custom fit to your mouth. Depending on the number of teeth you’re looking to replace, dentures are available in partial or complete form.
Live the lifestyle you want. Learn about all your dental options by getting in touch with the staff at Skyview Ranch Dental Clinic in Calgary. Schedule an appointment to learn what’s involved and begin the process today.
FAQs
How can prosthodontic treatment restore oral function and appearance?
Prosthodontic treatments aim to bring your smile back to life, both in function and appearance, by replacing or restoring teeth that have been lost, damaged, or worn down over time. Here’s how the different prosthodontic solutions can help you eat, speak, and smile with confidence again:
- Dental Crowns: Custom-made crowns cap or fully cover a weakened tooth, reviving its natural shape, strength, and appearance. Whether you’ve suffered a crack or significant decay, crowns let you chew comfortably and regain the look of a complete tooth.
- Bridges: Missing a tooth (or a few)? Dental bridges close the gap by anchoring an artificial tooth to neighboring teeth, restoring your bite and ensuring your smile remains seamless. They help keep your surrounding teeth from drifting out of alignment, too.
- Dental Veneers: For those with chipped, stained, or irregularly shaped teeth, veneers offer a cosmetic solution. These thin porcelain shells fit snugly over your natural teeth to create a gleaming, uniform smile while protecting the tooth surface underneath.
- Dentures: Complete or partial dentures replace several missing teeth or full arches, helping patients regain the ability to speak clearly and enjoy their favorite foods. Today’s dentures are designed for both comfort and esthetics, and can be tailored precisely to fit your unique mouth.
- Dental Implants: When you want a permanent fix, implants step in as artificial tooth roots. They support crowns or bridges, blending seamlessly with your natural teeth in both feel and function.
- Occlusal Guards (Night Guards): Custom-made guards protect teeth from nighttime grinding or clenching, preserving both natural and restored teeth from excess wear.
By combining artistry with state-of-the-art techniques, prosthodontic care at Skyview Ranch Dental helps restore not just individual teeth but your overall oral health, so you can eat, talk, and smile just like you used to.
What types of treatments can a prosthodontist provide?
Prosthodontists are professionals trained to restore and replace teeth, helping you achieve a healthy, functional, and confident smile. If you’re wondering what options may be available for improving your dental health, here’s a quick overview of treatments typically offered by prosthodontists:
- Dental Crowns
Crowns are custom-made caps that fit over damaged or decayed teeth, bringing back their shape, strength, and function. They’re crafted from materials like porcelain, ceramic, or gold, and are designed to blend in seamlessly with your natural smile. - Dental Bridges
Bridges fill the gaps left by one or more missing teeth. This solution is securely anchored to the teeth beside the space, effectively restoring your bite and appearance. - Veneers
Thin layers of tooth-coloured porcelain or composite material can be bonded to the front of your teeth to repair chips, close small gaps, or improve discolouration, giving you a brighter, more uniform smile. - Dentures
Whether you need a partial or full set, dentures are custom-created to replace multiple missing teeth. Modern dentures are more comfortable than ever and can be removed for cleaning. - Dental Implants
For a permanent tooth replacement, dental implants provide artificial roots made from materials like titanium. Implants support crowns or bridges for a natural-looking and durable solution. - Occlusal Guards (Night Guards)
If you experience teeth grinding or clenching at night, a custom-fitted night guard protects your teeth and alleviates discomfort.
No matter your needs, prosthodontic treatments are tailored to restore both the look and function of your teeth, so you can keep smiling with confidence. If you’re considering your options, we’re here to discuss which path is best for your unique dental health.
What are the signs that you might need prosthodontic care?
Wondering if prosthodontics might be right for you? There are a few common reasons patients seek help from our team at Skyview Ranch Dental:
- Your teeth are chipped, worn down, damaged, or decayed, which can cause discomfort and make chewing difficult.
- You’re unhappy with how your teeth look or function, whether that’s due to gaps, misshapen teeth, or general dissatisfaction with your smile.
- You’ve lost one or more teeth from injury, disease, or everyday wear and want an effective and natural-looking replacement.
- You are considering options like dental implants for a more permanent solution.
- You currently wear dentures or partial dentures, and they don’t fit as securely or comfortably as you’d like.
- You want to improve the overall esthetics and health of your smile.
If any of the above sounds familiar, prosthodontic treatment may help restore both form and function to your teeth so that you can smile, chew, and speak with confidence.
When should someone see a prosthodontic professional?
Wondering if it’s time to visit a prosthodontist? Tooth loss and damage are more common than you might think, and there’s no need to live with discomfort or gaps in your smile. If you’re facing any of the following concerns, a prosthodontic professional can provide personalized solutions tailored to your needs:
- You have teeth that are cracked, worn down, or otherwise damaged
- You’re dissatisfied with the look or function of your smile
- You have one or more missing teeth and want your smile restored
- You’re interested in learning more about dental implants
- You wear partial or complete dentures and want to improve fit or comfort
- You’re aiming for optimal oral health and esthetics
A prosthodontist is trained to restore not only the appearance of your teeth, but also their function and comfort, whether that means repairing a single tooth or crafting a comprehensive treatment plan.
If you find yourself hiding your smile or struggling with eating and speaking, consulting with a prosthodontic professional is a great next step. Our Calgary team is here to discuss your options, answer your questions, and help you achieve a healthy, confident smile.
Feel free to reach out to our client care managers. We’re here to guide you on your journey to optimal oral health.
What problems can missing teeth cause for patients?
The Impact of Missing Teeth
Missing teeth can affect more than just your appearance. Many people find that gaps in their smile can lead to self-consciousness, making them less likely to smile or engage in social situations. Everyday activities like eating and speaking may become more challenging, as chewing efficiency is reduced and certain words might be harder to pronounce. You might also notice discomfort or shifting of remaining teeth, which can throw off your mouth’s natural balance and cause further dental issues down the road.
The emotional effects are just as important to consider. Some patients feel frustrated or powerless to fix their smile, but modern prosthodontic solutions can help restore both function and confidence.
What are dental implants, and how are they used?
Dental implants are a reliable solution for replacing missing teeth. They are small titanium posts that act as artificial tooth roots and are placed directly into your jawbone. Once the implant is securely anchored, it can support a custom-made crown, bridge, or even a set of dentures, helping restore both the appearance and function of your smile.
Dental implants are designed to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth. The result? A comfortable, long-lasting replacement that looks and feels just like the real thing. With proper care, dental implants can offer a permanent solution, allowing you to eat, speak, and smile with confidence.
What is the team approach in prosthodontic care, and why is it beneficial?
In prosthodontic care, a team-based approach means that professionals work together, combining expertise in prosthodontics, periodontics, orthodontics, and general dentistry, to create a treatment plan just for you. This collaboration helps to address not only the function and look of your teeth but also the health of your gums and the alignment of your bite.
By bringing different dental professionals together, your care is coordinated and seamless from start to finish. This often leads to better results, fewer surprises, and a smoother road back to a confident smile. Whether you need a single crown or a more complex restoration, this shared approach puts your long-term oral health first.
How common is tooth loss in Canada?
Tooth loss is actually more widespread in Canada than many might expect. In fact, statistics from the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) indicate that about 1 in 10 Canadians will lose at least one tooth each year. Whether due to decay, injury, or underlying dental disease, tooth loss remains a frequent concern for adults across the country, making restorative solutions like bridges, dentures, and crowns essential for maintaining oral health and quality of life.
What are dental veneers, and what issues can they address?
Dental veneers are thin, custom-made shells, most often crafted from durable porcelain, that are designed to cover the front surface of your teeth. Serving both a cosmetic and protective function, veneers are ideal for improving the appearance of teeth affected by chips, stubborn stains, noticeable gaps, or irregular shapes.
By bonding directly to your existing enamel, veneers offer a natural look and lasting strength. They’re a great option if you’re seeking a brighter, more uniform smile or looking to restore confidence when minor imperfections get in the way.
What qualifications and training does a prosthodontist have?
A prosthodontist is a dental professional with extensive education beyond general dental school. In addition to earning their Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), prosthodontists complete an extra three years of advanced training in the restoration and replacement of teeth. This hands-on experience and coursework focus on treatments like crowns, bridges, dentures, and implants, as well as complex cases involving oral function and appearance.
After this specialized training, they must also pass rigorous examinations set by the Royal College of Dentists of Canada. This ensures they are professionals in both the science and artistry required to restore your smile and maintain optimal oral health.
What are occlusal guards (night guards) and who needs them?
If you wake up with jaw pain, sensitive teeth, or headaches, it may be because you grind or clench your teeth at night, often without realizing it. This is where occlusal guards, also known as night guards, come into play.
Night guards are custom-made, slim plastic appliances that fit comfortably over your teeth. They provide a cushioning barrier between your upper and lower jaws, preventing damage caused by grinding (bruxism) or clenching while you sleep.
Who Should Consider a Night Guard?
- Anyone who has been told they grind or clench their teeth, especially during sleep
- Patients experiencing worn, cracked, or chipped teeth with no clear cause
- Individuals who regularly wake up with jaw discomfort or tension headaches
Wearing a custom-fitted occlusal guard from your dentist can help protect your teeth and jaw joints, preserving both your smile and your comfort. If you have questions about whether a night guard is right for you, reach out to our team. We’re here to help you find relief and protect your oral health.
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