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A prosthodontist has advanced training and expertise in the diagnosis of problems associated with the teeth, jaw and bite. Those with an awkward bite will be prone to mouth injuries in the future. Dental implants, bridges or dentures help patients by creating a normal bite.  Recently, the advent of CAD/CAM dentistry and three dimensional x-rays allow a prosthodontist to create exacting reconstructions.

Cosmetically repairing damaged teeth or replacing missing teeth is called fixed prosthodontics. Dentures and dental implants are often employed to replace missing teeth where restrictions demand something removable. Sometimes dentures and implants are used to replace just one or two missing teeth but often are used to reconstruct and entire arch.. They need to match and your bite needs to be precise.

The methods of fixed prosthodontics to cosmetically replace or repair teeth include:

Dental implant - used to replace a missing tooth or several teeth. A titanium rod or screw is placed in the jawbone to hold or support the dentistry. Dental implants are generally considered preferable to conventional dentures or bridges.

Dental Bridges - replace missing teeth through a different method. There are three types of dental bridges:

• A fixed bridge is where the false tooth is attached to adjacent crowns…in one unit. Once placed it cannot be taken out.
• Although a short-term approach, a resin bonded bridge is sometimes used to replace a front tooth. The false tooth is attached to the surrounding teeth with the metal band or ceramic-wings with a bonded-resin. To use this method all the other teeth must be healthy and strong.
• A cantilever bridge is used when there is more than one tooth missing. The false teeth are fused to the crowns that are attached to the patient's natural teeth.

Dental bonding - used to improve and reshape teeth giving them a beautiful, healthy and natural appearance. Bonding covers flaws and any cracks or chips to the teeth, restoring them to a perfect finish.

Dental veneers – these cover dental flaws in the teeth by placing ceramic porcelain on the surface of the teeth. Porcelain veneers can help to cover up damaged teeth, crooked uneven teeth, discolored teeth and more.

The indications and contra-indications are influenced by MANY factors.   Dr. Johnson, at Newton Wellesley Dental Partners, can offer you more information and educate you to determine what's best for you.  Visit
NewtonWellesleyDentalPartners.org for information.

Remember, “See a Specialist…the Difference will MakeYou Smile”.

A smile is said to be worth a thousand words. Our smiles are certainly a first impression, especially when on a job interview, a date or anytime you are interacting with someone. But we often overlook our smiles, aesthetically speaking. But taking care of your teeth is essential and really improves your overall appearance.
 
Aside from the obvious dental cleanings and flossing, we can improve our smiles both in office and at home. Products such as Invisalign have transformed the world of braces. Now everyone can reap the benefits of straightening crooked teeth and correcting their bite more discretely.
 
Teeth whitening is a popular way to erase stains from smoking, drinking coffee and wine and age. There are numerous whitening toothpastes, mouth washes, light treatments and gels. In-office teeth whitening treatments are the best and most effective option for improving the color of your teeth.  Consult Dr. Johnson, at Newton Prosthodontics, a pioneer in teeth whitening techniques to learn if you are a good candidate.
          
For patients interested in cosmetic dentistry, a prosthodontist is the perfect option with extensive education and a library of options to help with missing teeth, chipped teeth or gaps in your teeth. We help patients find what it is they are looking to improve, including all the confidence that goes along with something as simple as a smile.
 
Original article - Advance

You need your smile to be all it can be. A smile conveys who you are, make it count. To replace missing teeth, dental implants are a great option. Instead of resting a false tooth on the gum line or using adjacent teeth as anchors, dental implants are long-term replacements.

According to Dr. Ryne Johnson of Newton Prosthodontics, dental implants can be used in several different ways:  as support for a complete denture, in conjunction with a removable partial denture, to support multiple crowns (bridgework) or as simple as replacing one tooth.  Implants have been an integral component in dental therapy for 30+ years. A prosthodontist is the best dental professional to design and determine placement.  A surgeon then affixes an anchor into the jawbone and the restorative dentist places the definitive dentistry on the implant (s).
 
Missing teeth affect your dental health, but their effects are more far reaching than even that. They affect your personal appearance, thus your self confidence. Dental implants are designed to fully replace missing teeth in function and appearance. Once dental implants are in place, they can last a lifetime.

Don’t compromise your health or your aspirations to missing teeth. Replace your lost tooth with a natural looking and naturally working dental implants; contact Dr. Ryne Johnson at Newton Prosthodontics with any questions or concerns you may have regarding dental implant therapy. Remember, “See a Specialist…The Difference will make you Smile."

A recent survey from the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) finds 99.7% of Americans believe a smile is an important social asset, with 74% believing an unattractive smile can hurt a person's chance for success. This belief is engrained in the American culture. Patients should research cosmetic dentists before undergoing any procedure like teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, or dental implants.

Since 2006, teeth whitening procedures have increased by 300%, and porcelain veneers by 250%.  According to Dr. Ryne Johnson of Newton Prosthodontics, he’s noticed that more and more patients undergo cosmetic dental procedures like teeth whitening, or multi-phase dental procedures and full mouth restoration. 

Research and knowledge is the best tool patients can use to ensure quality service and pleasing outcomes. Patients who research procedures, cosmetic dentists and prosthodontists beforehand end up being happier in their dental treatment experience and being happy with the results of their smile makeover. When patients are engaged and invested in making decisions, in addition to checking dentists’ experience and credentials, the results are generally better.

As the AACD study highlights, more patients are undergoing cosmetic dentistry because they believe their smile is important, both in their social and professional lives. For more information about cosmetic or reconstructive dentistry you may visit two valuable web sites: www.NewtonProsthodontics.com or www.Prosthodontics.org.

If you want to enhance or “fix” your smile and demand excellence, contact Dr. Ryne Johnson at Newton Prosthodontics.  Remember, “See a Specialist...The Difference will Make You Smile”.

Excerpts from SFGate

Dental health is important to your overall physical health. However, finding a dentist you trust can be challenging. Prosthodontists, like Dr. Ryne Johnson of Newton Prosthodontics, are specialists who generally see fewer patients each day than a general dentist.  Therefore they spend more time with their patients delivering outstanding results.  Prosthodontists have three additional years of training or schooling than general dentists and prosthodontists’ patient-base are generally more demanding.

Prosthodontists are perfect for patients with some specific types of concerns:

• An educated patient who is seeking a specialist for mouth, teeth or jaw pain and has grown frustrated with volume-oriented, mainstream practices.
• People who have very high aesthetic demands and want to, ‘get-it-right’ the first time. Prosthodontists often lead a team of specialists, technicians and other dentists to craft a beautiful smile.
• Many people are retaining their teeth late into their life.  Even the best dentistry has a life span and begins to fail over time.  A prosthodontist is best suited to develop a comprehensive plan.
• People are taking better care of their oral health and are less likely to tolerate removable, ‘false teeth’.  Prosthodontists can develop a strategy using dental implants, crowns, bridges and veneers.
• Rare syndrome patients, cancer patients or patients born with malformed teeth can see a prosthodontist in order to address the problems of their teeth and gums.
• Those with severely worn teeth from acid reflux and modern diets can see a prosthodontist for veneers to replace missing tooth structure or to help stabilize a collapsed bite.

See our two video clips. One from CNN and the other from ACP describing prosthodontics.

If you fit into one of the above categories, seek a prosthodontist like Dr. Johnson at Newton Prosthodontics. He can work with your general dentist or you may call the office at 617.965.1225 for your dental needs.  Remember, “See a Specialist…The Difference Will Make you Smile”.

You hear the term cosmetic dentistry and you think, vanity or only for the movie stars, right?  But that is not true.  Did you know that Dr. Johnson at Newton Prosthodontics is regarded as a pioneer in computer generated, aesthetic dentistry?  You get a healthier mouth but by default you get a beautiful smile.

While the goal of cosmetic dentistry is to turn a regular smile into a great one, many of the procedures involved in restoring  teeth that are crooked, chipped, stained, or have gaps are considered cosmetic.  As are procedures to repair uneven gums or replace missing teeth.

Missing teeth, chipped or stained teeth or uneven gums can lead to dental health problems, which can then lead to overall health problems.
 
So, as a result of caring for you dental health, you walk away with a beautiful or handsome smile.

Before the start of any procedure, Dr. Johnson will perform an oral exam to check your oral health. He will then talk with you about your specific objectives. The goal of cosmetic dentistry is functionality along with enhancing your appearance.

Dr. Johnson takes into consideration everything from the shape of your face, your individual teeth, and the width of your smile in order to achieve harmony in your appearance.  The nuances considered are what separate dentistry, that “looks like dentistry”, from dentistry that, “has natural-looking, radiant beauty”.

Your smile may be improved with a procedure as simple as teeth whitening or it could mean more sophisticated care incorporating dental implants, veneers or crowns. Cosmetic dentistry can enhance your confidence, but more importantly, it will increase the health of your teeth.

Dr. Ryne Johnson is accepting new patients and can be reached at info@NewtonProsthodontics.com.  Remember, “See a Specialist…The Difference will Make you Smile”.

At Newton Prosthodontics we want you to be happy with your dental care, and thrilled with your smile. Dr. Ryne Johnson believes in educating his patients on their choices and enabling them to make an educated decision based on ALL the available information.
 
Visit our dental education area for an online data base which will answer any of your dental questions.  We strive to provide the best care dentistry can offer…bar none!
 
But don’t take out word for it. Take the word of other specialists in the dental industry who often refer their clients to Dr. Johnson.
 
“As a dental specialist, I have the opportunity to work with many professionals in the dental community.  I have worked with Dr. Johnson for many years and aside from being a great diagnostician, his high level of patient care is reflected in his work.  He is accurate, detailed oriented, and practices the most up-to-date methods of dental treatment. This is not only important to his patients and the outcome of their treatment, but affects how I do my job.  I look forward to, appreciate, and value any opportunity to work with him and his staff and have a deep respect of his dedication and commitment to a high standard of patient care.”

Dr. Leonard Strauss, Periodontist – Newton, MA

“Dr. Ryne Johnson has been very caring and well respected in his field of prosthodontics and esthetic dentistry for several decades.  We have worked together on many complex Perio/Prostho/Dental Implant cases and I find him very detailed-oriented and compassionate about his work.  He always reaches out for the highest standard of dentistry and innovation to help deliver the best for his patients.  I know, first hand, that his patients and colleagues value his commitment to the quality of his work.”

Dr. Robert Mehanna, Periodontist – Winchester Periodontics

See a Specialist…The Difference Will Make you Smile.