What is a Prosthodontist?

David Shonberg DDS FACP is trained and board certified in the specialty of prosthodontics.  Prosthodontics is one of eight dental specialities recognized by the American Dental Association,  and  focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of patients with complex oral health issues.  Prosthodontics, from a procedural perspective, can be characterized as esthetic, implant, and reconstructive dentistry.  Common dental procedures such as fillings, crowns, bridges, and dentures are included under the umbrella of prosthodontics.  Additional procedures are listed below.

Dental Implants

Implant-supported dentures

Removable dentures

Fixed or removable bridges

Porcelain veneers

Porcelain-metal crowns

All-ceramic crowns

Cosmetic Dentistry

Preventive and "Everyday" Dentistry

Our prosthodontic practice shares many characteristics with a general dentistry practice.  Many of our patients' needs are in the category of everyday dentistry. Services include: 

Dental exams

Teeth cleaning

Dental x-rays

Night guards

Bonding

Tooth-colored fillings

Inlays and Onlays

Sleep apnea and snoring devices