What is a Prosthodontist?

Fact: Less than 2% of all Dentists are Prosthodontists.

In layman's terms, a Prosthodontist is a dentist who has completed three or more years of additional education after dental school to become an expert in the restoration and replacement of teeth.

The extended education and hands-on training a Prosthodontist receives must be done at a program accredited by the American Dental Association (ADA). This program focuses on the treatment of teeth that are damaged, or missing, (due to decay, wear, trauma, absent, etc.), and the correction of a displeasing smile. They use all forms of tooth restoration and replacement.

By undertaking the additional training, Prosthodontists are trained to diagnose and treat underlying problems as part of an overall treatment program. Prosthodontists are trained to enhance the esthetic and comfort of dental restorations, while using the latest materials and techniques. For example, when considering an esthetic replacement for a missing tooth, a Prosthodontist will factor in: your facial form, length and position of your lip, condition of adjacent teeth, overall condition of the mouth and your general health; in addition to the affected area.

Why should I see a Prosthodontist?

Dr. Sajid Jivraj - Qualified Prosthodontist

Dr. Jivraj is an award-winning specialist in Prosthodontics. He was voted "Best of USA" by his peers in 2008, and has authored over two dozen articles on implant dentistry and restorative dentistry for the British Dental Association.

While Dr. Jivraj's foremost priority remains providing the highest-quality care to his patients, he maintains a position as a teaching professor for the University of Southern California's class of Advanced Prosthodontics.

Benefits to You

As a result of their training, prosthodontists are masters in complete mouth rehabilitation and act as the architect, and “quarterback”, of any extensive treatment that may involve other dental specialists.

Having the expert eye of a specialist diagnosing the condition of your mouth will ensure that no necessary treatment will go unhandled and that the restoration of your mouth will be achieved to the highest possible standard of care, leading to a more natural and longer-lasting result.

One of the major objectives of a prosthodontist is to restore full balance and health to a mouth, and their extensive training experience will help you achieve more aesthetic results and better oral health.

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