about us
What makes us different?
AJA Dental is a small specialty practice with exceptional customer service.
Dr. Ambard is a true specialist in the reconstruction and replacement of teeth. (See below to read more about the role of a prosthodontist.)
We have an in-house lab, which aids in the accuracy, quality control and timeliness of our dental work.
We have an endodontist and an oral surgeon in the same building.
Dr. Ambard is not just a prosthodontist, he’s a Board Certified maxillofacial prosthodontist. Learn more →
What is a Prosthodontist?
Prosthodontics are dental specialists in the restoration and replacement of teeth. They do much of what general dentists do (or perhaps is the other way around) but with a deeper understanding of everything related to treatment planning, esthetics/cosmetics, implants, dentures, partials, crowns, TMD/TMJ, and the function of the masticatory system. A minimum of three years of formal postgraduate education after dental school, at a residency program, provides prosthodontists with the skills for treating your smile. While many general dentists attend courses to increase their knowledge in the field of prosthodontics, typically those course are taught by a prosthodontist.
What is a Maxillofacial Prosthodontist?
A maxillofacial prosthodontist is a prosthodontist who has done 1-2 years of additional training after the residency program, specific to the reconstruction of he most difficult cases, typically associated with trauma or cancer, as well as TMD/TMJ disorders and snoring/sleep apnea.
What is a Board Certified Prosthodontist?
Not all prosthodontists are certified by the American Board of prosthodontics. Having this certification means a doctor has gone through the most rigorous examination process to validate his/her expertise.
What services do we offer?
General care including fillings and hygiene
Replacement of missing teeth with implants, crowns, partials and dentures
Cosmetic Dentistry
Reconstruction of worn teeth, including full mouth reconstructions
TMJ / TMD jaw pain and dysfunction
Bite problems
Snoring and sleep apnea appliances
Oral cancer reconstructions
Diagnostic services including second opinions, x-rays, CT-scan, oral cancer screening and complex treatment planning
Who do we work with?
We share space with Endodontist Dr. Kathleen Suk Ki. Lee and Oral and Maxillofacial surgeon Dr. Stephen Clemens. This allows us to better serve you because we can address any clinical need associated with these two specialties in record time, without you having to travel from office to office. Also, since we are in the same building, our communication—a critical factor for treatment success—is highly effective.
Dr. Lee | Endodontist
Dr. Clemens | Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
With that said, please note that we respect your choice of doctors. Should you need to see an endodontist or a surgeon, by no means are you obligated to see ours. Furthermore, if you are—like many patients of ours—referred from another doctor, it is possible that you already have established a relationship with other specialists or generalists, which is something we respect.
What is an in-house laboratory?
We have our own laboratory in house, something that is very unique in the dental industry. This allows us to maintain high quality. This also allow us to bring our customization for you to the next level. Furthermore, we can take care of problems in record time since our lab is right at our office.
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