THE PROSTHODONTIST Q: What is a prosthodontist? Among the various specialists in the arena of dentistry is the prosthodontist. The prosthodontist specializes in the placement of restorations, like dentures or bridges, in the mouth. A prosthodontist may do something as relatively simple as putting a single crown on a tooth. He could also do something as complicated as a full-mouth restoration that might involve a combination of bridges and implants. A prosthodontist is also the doctor who would be called in to do restorative work after, say, the removal of a cancerous portion of the mouth. After four years of dental school, prosthodontists go on for another three years of specialized training in an American Dental Association-accredited graduate program. A prosthodontist often will act as the head of a team of dentists, other specialists and health care providers in figuring out the best way to address your dental needs. Talk with your dentist about the special skills of a prosthodontist and whether you are a candidate for those services. Presented as a service to the community by Dr. Barbara Webster 1121 Warren Ave., Suite 130, Downers Grove, IL 60515 630-663-0554 SM-CL1993695 THE PROSTHODONTIST Q : What is a prosthodontist ? Among the various specialists in the arena of dentistry is the prosthodontist . The prosthodontist specializes in the placement of restorations , like dentures or bridges , in the mouth . A prosthodontist may do something as relatively simple as putting a single crown on a tooth . He could also do something as complicated as a full - mouth restoration that might involve a combination of bridges and implants . A prosthodontist is also the doctor who would be called in to do restorative work after , say , the removal of a cancerous portion of the mouth . After four years of dental school , prosthodontists go on for another three years of specialized training in an American Dental Association - accredited graduate program . A prosthodontist often will act as the head of a team of dentists , other specialists and health care providers in figuring out the best way to address your dental needs . Talk with your dentist about the special skills of a prosthodontist and whether you are a candidate for those services . Presented as a service to the community by Dr. Barbara Webster 1121 Warren Ave. , Suite 130 , Downers Grove , IL 60515 630-663-0554 SM - CL1993695