Missing Teeth Replacement Dallas
Rebuild Your Smile For Life
When a person needs to have a joint replaced, they don’t go to their regular doctor—they work with an orthopedic surgeon, someone who has specially trained to perform this kind of advanced care. Prosthodontists like Dr. Deaver serve a similar role in the dental world for patients with missing teeth. His training, expertise, and experience helping patients recover their teeth are much deeper than the typical provider, meaning whether you’re missing one tooth or all of them, he can offer a clear path toward a healthy, beautiful, and functional smile.
Why Choose Beau A. Deaver, DDS, MS for Replacing Missing Teeth?
- Certified Prosthodontic Specialist
- Dental Implants Placed & Restored In-House
- Friendly, Relationship-Focused Approach to Dentistry
Why Should You See a Prosthodontist for Replacing Missing Teeth?
A prosthodontist is a type of dental specialist in the same vein as an orthodontist or pediatric dentist. But rather than focusing on straightening the teeth or treating children, they are the foremost experts when it comes to replacing teeth and rebuilding the bite. This makes them particularly adept with dental implants.
After graduating from dental school, Dr. Deaver completed a three-year prosthodontics residency at the Baylor College of Dentistry. During this time, he dedicated countless hours to mastering implant dentistry. It gives him a much deeper understanding of the treatment as well as real-world experience applying it compared to a general dentist. While a typical dentist may place a few implants a year, he does it several times a month, letting him handle cases that are far beyond the scope of the average professional.
Dental Implants
Dental implants have a unique advantage compared to all other tooth replacements—they bring back the root beneath the gum line as well as the visible crown. This foundation gives them a strength akin to natural teeth, and when topped with lifelike restorations, it looks (and feels) like the tooth was never gone. Combine this with their impressive average lifespan (25+ years), and it’s easy to see why they are now considered the standard of care for tooth loss.
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Dental Bridges
With a dental bridge, one or more prosthetic teeth are used to literally “bridge” the gap left by one or multiple consecutive missing teeth. These are attached to crowns on either side, which are either fitted over nearby teeth or dental implants. Bridges not only help with things like chewing and speaking, but they also restore the appearance of the smile and prevent the remaining teeth from drifting out of place.
Dentures
Today’s dentures are incredibly comfortable, secure, and durable, especially compared to the ones you might have seen growing up. Gum-colored bases are attached to natural-looking ceramic teeth and designed to perfectly fit your mouth. Partials can close spaces between remaining teeth, while a full denture brings back an entire row at once. Dentures can even be paired with dental implants to make them even more effective.
Full Mouth Reconstruction
A full mouth reconstruction allows Dr. Deaver to address several functional and cosmetic dental issues with a single, streamlined treatment plan. As a prosthodontist, he is one of the leading experts in the area when it comes to large, complex cases. He can complete most of the work himself as well as act as a coordinator between different providers if needed. Prosthodontists are often referred to as the “quarterbacks” of the dental world, taking the leadership position to help a patient reach their final goal effectively and efficiently.