Missing teeth affect not only the appearance of your smile but also your ability to eat, speak, and maintain overall oral health. Prosthodontics is the dental specialty dedicated to replacing missing teeth and restoring both function and aesthetics. From dentures to dental implants, prosthodontic solutions restore strong, natural-looking smiles that function and feel just like real teeth.
Our comprehensive approach includes careful treatment planning and collaboration with general dentists and specialists when necessary, such as for root canal therapy prior to restorative work. Our goal is to help you regain confidence, comfort, and quality of life with personalized, modern treatments. We tailor prosthodontic options—whether a full set of dentures, a partial replacement, or a permanent dental implant—to your needs, lifestyle, and budget, while ensuring long-term health and stability.
When teeth are missing, the effects reach far beyond appearance. Tooth loss leads to shifting of remaining teeth, increased risk of gum disease, difficulty chewing properly, and even gradual bone loss in the jaw. Functionally, this can impact nutrition and speech; emotionally, it can diminish self-confidence and social comfort.
Replacing missing teeth is not just about creating a beautiful smile—it’s about preserving oral health and preventing further complications. Through careful diagnosis and treatment planning, prosthodontic dental treatments restore the ability to eat comfortably, speak naturally, and smile without hesitation. Today’s advanced solutions let patients choose removable dentures or fixed implant restorations that restore both function and aesthetics while looking and feeling almost identical to natural teeth.
Dentures have restored smiles and function for centuries and remain one of the most trusted tooth replacement options in dentistry. Modern dentures are more comfortable, natural-looking, and customized than ever before. They restore your smile’s appearance while allowing you to chew and speak more easily, supporting both daily function and long-term dental care.
After impressions are taken, a dental lab designs dentures tailored to your mouth. We make precise adjustments to ensure the dentures fit securely and comfortably. With proper dental care, dentures can last 5–10 years or more, and in some cases, with excellent maintenance, they may last an additional year or longer. Dentures remain a reliable solution for tooth replacement, especially when multiple or all teeth are missing.
Dental implants set the standard in tooth replacement, delivering stability, durability, and natural aesthetics unmatched by other options. They replace the entire tooth structure—from root to crown—making them look, feel, and function like a natural tooth.
Implants involve three components:
Over time, the implant integrates with the bone (osseointegration), ensuring remarkable strength and permanence.
Dental implants can replace:
After evaluation and planning, implants are placed surgically. The jawbone heals and integrates with the implant over several months, after which we attach the final restoration—whether a crown, bridge, or complete denture. The result: a lifetime solution with unparalleled stability, function, and confidence. Dental implants remain the preferred option for patients seeking a permanent, natural-looking tooth replacement.
Both dentures and implants have valuable roles in prosthodontics, and the best choice depends on each patient’s needs, health, and budget.
For many patients, a combination works best—for instance, implant-supported dentures that combine the affordability of dentures with the stability of implants. During your consultation with our Sunnyvale dentists, we’ll review your options in detail and recommend a plan tailored to your lifestyle, health needs, and long-term goals. Our team brings advanced training, experience, and knowledge gained through dental school and continuing education to ensure the highest quality of care.
Dentures offer a quicker, cost-effective solution, especially for patients missing many teeth. They provide immediate restoration of function and appearance but may require periodic adjustments as the mouth changes
Dental Implants deliver a long-term, fixed solution with superior stability and bone preservation. Dental implants require a longer treatment process and higher upfront investment, but they deliver results designed to last for decades.
The benefits of restoring missing teeth extend beyond appearance.
By choosing the right prosthodontic treatment, you’re not just replacing teeth—you’re reclaiming function, health, and happiness.
We know tooth replacement is a major decision, which is why we take a personalized, compassionate approach. Our team carefully evaluates your oral health, bone structure, and preferences before recommending treatment. With state-of-the-art technology, meticulous planning, and artistry, we ensure results that are both beautiful and functional. From the first consultation through placement and long-term care, our focus is on your comfort and confidence every step of the way.
Tooth loss can be effectively treated with advanced prosthodontic solutions that restore both function and quality of life. Whether you choose full or partial dentures or opt for the permanence of dental implants, our prosthodontic solutions restore both your smile and your confidence. Our prosthodontic treatments are designed to restore comfort, function, and aesthetics with precision and long-term stability. Schedule your consultation today and take the first step toward your new, complete smile.
