Edward A. Scherder, DMD, JD
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Why A Prosthodontist:
A Prosthodontist is a fully trained specialist in Prosthetic Dentistry. This specialty is one of eight dental specialties recognized by the American Dental Association. The typical prosothodontic training includes four years of dental school and three years of Prosothodontic Training in areas of dentistry that include crowns, bridges, dentures, cosmetics, tempromandibular joint function and dental implants.
A Prosthodontist provides an extremely high level of care for patients who are missing teeth or have significant damage to their existing teeth. Prosthodontists deal with congenital defects as well as problems arising from trauma or neglect. The Prosthodontist can aid in the rehabilitation of a complete dentition or merely in the replacement of one or two teeth. With the advent of dental implants as a viable means of replacing teeth, the prosthodontist’s role has expanded substantially. The Prosthodontist can supply the control and expertise that is necessary to make an implant supported restoration look and function properly.
Prosthodontics and your Health:
There are two issues: Health and quality of life. Proper mastication (chewing) of food is essential especially as you grow older. Complete chewing ability ensures proper absorption of essential nutrients.
Dr. Scherder is a graduate of University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine, and Post-Graduate in the Department of Prosthodontics.
SMILE LIFTS and GUM SCULPTING:
Smile Lifts and gum sculpting are procedures that help improve the appearance of a “gummy smile” where the teeth appear too short. The procedure involves reshaping the gum tissue and in some cases, the underlying bone that surrounds one or more teeth. The end result is a more even smile. The advantages are dramatically improve the smile line giving a more youthful appearance and evenly shaped teeth.
Implant Dentistry and Reconstruction
Bay View Dental Arts offers one of the nations leading authorities in implant dentistry, Dr. Craig M. Misch is a board certified surgeon with two specially certifications - prosthodontics (tooth replacement) and oral surgery. He has three university faculty appointments including Associate Professor in the implant Department of New York University. Dr. Misch has been at the forefront of developing techniques for immediate implant teeth and is a consultant to implant manufacturers. He lectures internationally and is author of numerous scientific dental publications. Dr. Misch has over 20 years of experience placing and restoring dental implants.
