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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”.

An aging appearance is not always about sunspots, wrinkles on your face and neck or one’s posture.  If your teeth have a yellowish or brownish hue, you could actually look ten years older.

However, if you have a healthy, bright and white smile, you will look much younger and vibrant. The following are a few anti-aging cosmetic dentistry procedures that can be performed by Dr. Ryne Johnson at Newton Prosthodontics:

1.  Dental Veneers
You look several years older than you actually are, if your teeth are crooked and misshaped.
 
If the tooth structure is lost, your smile will appear ‘older’. The shape of your lips may also be transformed, and so will the entire lower structure of your face. With dental veneers, you can look even up to 10-15 years younger. The veneers are made of porcelain and they are meant to transform the shape and color of your teeth.

Dr. Johnson, a Prosthodontist with advanced training in cosmetic procedures, who is truly an expert in what he does, can re-build the shape of your teeth with the dental veneers, he may also make those fine wrinkles around your mouth disappear.

2. Professional teeth whitening
Even if your teeth are healthy in essence, they might lose their bright and white structure if you are used to drinking coffee and tea every day.

There are several teeth whitening kits that you can use at home, but nothing compares to a professional teeth whitening procedure at our office. Your teeth can become even 5 to 6 shades lighter after one hour of professional treatment.
 
3. The dermal fillers …done best by plastic surgeons
There are experts who can make those naso-labial folds disappear with the help of dermal fillers.
 
After the application of the veneers is done, some use the dermal filer in order to smooth out the appearance of your skin between your lips and nose.
 
This way, your skin will look smooth and healthy, and this will being forward even more your beautiful teeth and smile.

In short, you can look and feel your best if your smile projects confidence and youthful beauty.  A visit to the dentist can offer predictable and incredible improvements in one’s overall appearance. Dr. Johnson is accepting new patients.  You may get more information about his practice at NewtonProsthodontics.com or by calling 617.965.1225.  Remember, “See a Specialist…the Difference will Make you  Smile”

Original article Worldental.org

A couple of years ago, when NECN (New England Cable News) was converting to a high definition signal, one of its personalities called Dr. Ryne Johnson for advice.  Jim Braude of Broadside: with Jim Braude, a nightly news and commentary show, recognized that the Hi-Def video was unforgiving.  He recognized that his smile needed some attention before the new conversion.

He had heard Dr. Johnson’s name around the station, but he didn’t know anything about him. Additionally, he had seen Dr. Johnson’s profile in the ‘Best of Boston Issue’ of Boston Magazine. He visited with Dr. Johnson and according to Jim, “Dr. Johnson did the most brilliant cosmetic work for him”.  He added that, “I know that the cosmetic dentistry work was done, but no one else can tell”.   Jim Braude considers Dr. Johnson of Newton Prosthodontics, “a magician”.
 
Recently heard on 96.9 WTKK, Jim Braude speaks of Dr. West, a public health dentist in the Boston area. She called Jim about her mother’s dream to have a perfect white smile.  Dr. West is great at basic dentistry, but wasn’t comfortable doing the extensive cosmetic dentistry part.  Her mother went to Dr. Johnson and is ecstatic with her new, beautiful smile.

According to Jim Braude and Dr. West, “Dr. Johnson, a prosthodontist in Newton, is on top of his game with outstanding skills.  He has the latest CAD/CAM technology, which is what he used on Jim Braude and on Dr. West’s mom.  Dr. West’s mom is so happy with her smile now, she is living her dream”!

According to Dr. Ryne Johnson of Newton Prosthodontics, where one seeks care and which dentist performs critical, cosmetic therapy influences the subtle nuances that determine whether one’s smile suggests countless hours in the dental chair or projects the radiance of well-maintained beauty.  You may get more background on Dr. Johnson or see the many testimonials from his patients by visiting NewtonProsthodontics.com or calling 617.965.1225.

Dr. Johnson is accepting new patients and reminds all to, “See a specialist…the difference will
make you smile”.

Click here to hear the recent radio spot highlighting Jim Braude’s and Dr. West’s endorsement.

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

Your smile makes a difference in how you navigate scenarios and in how you present yourself to others.  In many instances, it can make the difference in ‘closing the deal’, ‘getting that promotion’ or ‘getting that second date’.   Your smile should be natural and confident.  An attractive   natural smile can change the way you feel about yourself and it WILL change the way in which others see you.

Natural smiles are better and more effective than that fake-looking smile.  Dr. Ryne Johnson of Newton Prosthodontics has been able to determine the guidelines that make a smile be both beautiful and natural-looking.  Prosthodontists are specialist in restorative care and aesthetic enhancements with three years of additional above and beyond that of general dentists.

In nature nothing is perfect, rounding the corner of a tooth or changing the inclination of the tooth is a way to make the teeth look natural.  Incorporating subtleties within the ceramics can be the difference between something that looks like dentistry or something that appears radiantly beautiful.   You may want a bright white smile, but bright white may not be what is natural for you.   Most dentists add color on the exterior of their work…talented dentists/ceramists incorporate creativity WITHIN the ceramics.

Dr. Ryne Johnson will take everything into consideration when determining how to improve your smile and whiten your teeth. Your new smile with be determined by your lifestyle, facial proportions, gender, age, complexion, hair and eye color. Often people will whiten teeth in conjunction with aesthetic dental work.  

According to Dr. Johnson, the best outcomes are ones where friends and colleagues ask, “did you just return from a vacation, did you get your hair done, or you look great…what’s your secret?”   If your dentistry is noticeable, it just wasn’t done well.

So, if you set the bar high, if you expect and demand excellence, if you’re looking for a new, attractive and natural looking smile that will change your life, contact Dr. Johnson at Newton Prosthodontics.

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

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”.