Prosthodontics is one of the nine dental specialties recognized by the American Dental Association (ADA). A prosthodontist is a dentist who specializes in the restoration and replacement of teeth. Many prosthodontists, like Dr. Ding, offer a wide array of dental services as well for patients who feel more comfortable seeing a specialist. In other cases, a patient's general or family dentist may refer patients to a prosthodontist for very complex or challenging issues. 

In short, a prosthodontist builds smiles that instill confidence both visually and functionally. While cosmetic dentistry primarily seeks out to restore the esthetic appeal of a patient's smile, a prosthodontist will take further steps to ensure proper functionality. The end result provides patients with as much confidence biting into an apple as smiling big in front of a camera.

A prosthodontist has extensive training and experience that provide a special understanding of the dynamics of a smile, the preservation of a healthy mouth, and the creation of tooth replacements. In a sense, a prosthodontist serves as the "architect" of a dental treatment plan, and will collaborate with general dentists, specialists and other health professionals to develop an optimum plan to your dental and oral health concerns.

As a prosthodontist, Dr. Ding has become well known for his skill and expertise in performing dental implant procedures. He has also earned a reputation for achieving excellence in other procedures including crowns, fixed bridge work, implant-supported denture prosthesis, as well as many other routine dental procedures.