Prosthodontics is the branch of dentistry that pertains to
the diagnosis, treatment planning, rehabilitation, and maintenance of oral
function, comfort, appearance, and health of patients with clinical conditions
associated with missing or deficient teeth, and/or maxillofacial tissues using
biocompatible substitutes.
Prosthodontics focuses on improving aesthetics, restoring
and replacing teeth, correcting poor function, and problems associated
with the joints. Prosthodontics dental specialty needs an artistic skill