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890 Saratoga Ave Suite A
San Jose, CA 95129

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  • Monday: 8:00AM to 6:00PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00AM to 6:00PM
  • Wednesday: 9:00AM to 6:00PM
  • Thursday: 8:00AM to 6:00PM
  • Friday: By Appointment Only
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    • HOME
    • ABOUT
      • ABOUT US
      • PATIENT TESTIMONIALS
      • ONSITE DENTAL LAB
      • OUR PHILOSOPHY
      • KIDS IN THE KLINIC
      • PROMOTIONS
      • REVIEWS
    • NEW PATIENTS
      • WHY CHOOSE BITTNER DENTAL FAMILY GROUP
      • WHAT TO EXPECT ON YOUR VISIT
      • PATIENT PROMISE OF DENTAL CARE
      • DENTAL INSURANCE
      • FINANCIAL POLICY
      • HIPAA
      • PAYMENT & CANCELLATION INFORMATION
    • COSMETIC DENTISTRY
      • COSMETIC DENTISTRY OPTIONS
      • DESIGNING YOUR SMILE
      • SMILE GALLERY
      • WHITEN YOUR SMILE / TEETH WHITENING
    • INVISALIGN®
      • WHAT IS INVISALIGN®
      • INVISALIGN® VS. BRACES
      • INVISALIGN® BEFORE & AFTER PICTURES
      • INVISALIGN® QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
      • 10 REASONS TO CHOOSE US FOR INVISALIGN®
      • INVISALIGN® FOR TEENS
      • INVISALIGN® PATIENT EXPERIENCE
      • INVISALIGN® PRACTICE CHECKLIST
      • 8-POINT INVISALIGN® AGREEMENT COMPARISON
      • INVISALIGN PATIENT CELEBRATIONS
      • INVISALIGN® “SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE” PROMOTION
    • SERVICES
      • VIEW ALL SERVICES
      • COSMETIC DENTISTRY
      • VENEERS / SMILE MAKEOVERS
      • INVISALIGN
      • WHITENING
      • CROWNS
      • DENTAL IMPLANTS
      • LASER / PAIN FREE DENTISTRY
      • SEDATION DENTISTRY
      • DENTAL CLEANING
      • SLEEP APNEA
      • CHILDREN DENTISTRY
      • ROOT CANALS
      • SNORING / SLEEP APNEA / MIGRAINE MANAGEMENT
      • EMERGENCY DENTAL VISIT
    • TECHNOLOGY
      • iTero® Digital Impression System
    • PATIENT EDUCATION
      • ALTERNATIVE TO BRACES FOR TEENS
      • DENTAL ANXIETY
      • DENTAL TECHNOLOGY
      • DO I HAVE SLEEP APNEA?
      • DO I NEED A ROOT CANAL?
      • I THINK MY GUMS ARE RECEDING
      • IMPROVE YOUR SMILE FOR SENIOR PICTURES
      • OPTIONS FOR REPLACING MISSING TEETH
      • ORAL CANCER SCREENING
      • ORAL HYGIENE BASICS
      • PATIENT CARE INSTRUCTIONS
      • PERIODONTAL CHARTING
      • PREVENTATIVE DENTISTRY
      • WHAT CAN I DO TO IMPROVE MY SMILE?
      • WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I CHIP MY TOOTH?
      • WHEN IS A TOOTH EXTRACTION NECESSARY?
      • WHICH IS BETTER INVISALIGN OR BRACES?
      • WHY ARE MY GUMS BLEEDING?
      • WILL I NEED A BONE GRAFT FOR DENTAL IMPLANTS?
      • WISDOM TEETH EXTRACTION
    • SMILE BLOG
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San Jose Oral Prosthetics Doctor

Prosthodontist

Prosthodontist

At Bittner Family Dental Group, we are regularly asked questions about being a prosthodontist and why patients should visit one. There are specialties in dentistry just like there are in the medical field. Prosthodontics is one of those specialties and centers around replacing teeth. If you struggle with tooth loss, visiting a prosthodontist will likely produce better results than if you were to visit a general dentist, because you will be visiting someone with more educational and clinical experience. With that in mind, we encourage you to visit our dental office and discuss your teeth replacement solutions, even if you are under the current care of a general family dentist. To schedule an appointment, call (408) 500-0814. In the meantime, here are the answers to a few frequently asked questions.

What is a Prosthodontist?
A Prosthodontist is a licensed dentist who has received additional training to specialize in the branch of dentistry that focuses on restoring and maintaining the functionality of the mouth, be it replacing missing teeth or restoring bone density after resorption. This is done using prosthetic devices like dentures and partial dentures, dental bridges, and dental implants, along with conducting procedures like bone grafts. A oral prosthetics doctor has the expertise necessary to not only replace missing teeth, but to do so in a way that looks entirely natural and feels comfortable, so both the form and function of your smile can be restored. As a oral prosthetics doctor, we are also referred to as a prosthetic dentist. If you have suffered from tooth loss, we encourage you to call 408-500-0814 and schedule an appointment to speak with us. At Bittner Family Dental Group, we are confident in our ability to provide you with a durable tooth replacement that will allow you to speak and smile with confidence and eat your favorite foods without restriction. To learn more, visit our California dental office today.

Why should I see a Prosthodontist over a regular dentist?
Experience. As a oral prosthetics doctor, we have additional experience both in education and in the number of hours we have spent performing procedures replacing teeth. You can visit a dentist who tends to focus on preventative care and only replaces teeth occasionally, or you can visit a oral prosthetics doctor who spends a significant amount of time doing so.

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What types of procedures does a Prosthodontist perform?
As a Prosthodontist, we can perform a variety of procedures to replace your missing teeth. This includes the more traditional option of dentures. We find that some patients still prefer to wear dentures as either a temporary or permanent tooth replacement. Whether this decision is made for convenience or budgetary reasons, we can ensure your dentures will be created in a way that looks like a natural set of teeth and that the fit is snug and secure for maximum comfort. Another tooth replacement solution is a dental bridge. In this procedure, we place dental crowns on the two teeth surrounding the missing one. These crowns serve as anchors to hold the bridge and new tooth in place. This solution is semi-permanent, remains in place, and provides you with a stable chewing surface while restoring the appearance of your smile.

As a oral prosthetics doctor, the procedure we most recommend for replacing teeth is dental implants. This is because an implant is the only solution that replaces the visible portion of the tooth and the missing root. To qualify for the procedure, you need to have sufficient bone density for the implant to secure to. If you do not, we can discuss options for a bone graft that can be done in order to prepare your jaw for implant surgery. Once ready, we will implant a small titanium post under the gums, securing it to the jawbone in each place you are missing a tooth. This can be done to replace one tooth or all your teeth. There are also hybrid solutions that use implant technology to secure a full set of teeth in place. The reason dental implants are so sturdy is because the titanium post and jawbone fuse together through the process of osseointegration. As a result, the jawbone will provide stability to the implant like it would to a natural tooth, and the implant will provide the stimulation the jawbone needs to prevent resorption. This symbiotic relationship is the best for your oral health and your long-term appearance.

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Will my recovery process be faster if I visit a Prosthodontist?
There is a high likelihood that it will. This is because a Prosthodontist has additional education and clinical experience when it comes to replacing teeth and performing procedures like the placing of dental implants. Anytime a medical provider has more training in a specific area, they will have a greater understanding in how the body will respond to certain procedures and how to best ensure a fast recovery. To learn more about how we place dental implants, call and schedule an appointment with Dr. Gerald Bittner, Jr., DDS.

Does a Prosthodontist offer more procedures than a general dentist?
In our dental office, we offer a variety of solutions for replacing missing teeth. The number of procedures a oral prosthetics doctor offers in comparison with a general dentist really depends on that particular dental office. In ours, we focus on providing the highest quality dental care and understand that offering a variety of solutions is important for ensuring our patients receive what they need. As such, we are always looking for innovative approaches and best practices that will give our patients a durable and natural-looking solution to tooth loss. One of these is dental implants. Implant dentistry requires oral surgery, so not every dentist offers it. At Bittner Family Dental Group, we can provide you with dental implants that replace both your visible tooth and your root, so you can be confident in the appearance and functionality of your smile.

Where can I find a Oral Prosthetics Doctor?
That is simple – call (408) 500-0814 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Gerald Bittner, Jr., DDS. As a San Jose, CA prosthodontist, we can provide you with a superior level of dental care, and we welcome your calls, even if you are currently under the care of another family dentist.

Helpful Related Links

  • American Dental Association (ADA). Glossary of Dental Terms.
  • American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry® (AACD). Home Page.
  • WebMD. WebMD’s Oral Care Guide.

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