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Before and After Results

Why Choose a Prosthodontist?

Prosthodontics (also known as dental prosthetics or prosthetic dentistry) is one of the nine dental specialties recognized by the American Dental Association (ADA). Prosthodontists specialize in the diagnosis, restoration, and replacement of missing teeth.

Extensive training and experience give prosthodontists a unique understanding of restoring the dynamics of a smile and healthy mouth with the creation of tooth prostheses. Becoming a prosthodontist requires an additional three years of specialty training after obtaining a DMD (Doctor of Dental Medicine) or DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) degree.

As a dentist specializing in Prosthodontics, Dr. Yepez’ philosophy has always been driven by providing excellent treatment to her patients in a caring and comfortable atmosphere, emphasizing in prevention and education. Her goal is to exceed the expectations of her patients by providing appropriate and quality care allowing them to make an educated decision about their dental treatments.

Our Approach

  1. We identify the problem
  2. We offer ideal solutions that embrace science and technology through planning and collaboration
  3. With guidance and compassion, we deliver results

Porcelain Inlay Restoration

Conservative approach to close interproximal gap using porcelain inlays

Porcelain Onlay Restoration

Porcelain Table Tops / Onlays

In this case, we used porcelain table tops (onlays) to restore the patient’s bite to its ideal position. This conservative approach allows us to correct and rebuild the bite without removing healthy tooth structure, preserving the natural teeth while providing strength, durability, and esthetics.

Resin-Bonded Bridge

Cantilever RBFDPs demonstrate lower clinical failure than two-retainer ones.

Closing Gap With Resin

Full Porcelain Crown

Supposed to be slide 8 (Good) and case 9 from website (Case 9 from website is “Repositioning Impacted Canine #11 to Replace Missing Tooth #9“)

In this case, we replaced an existing crown on the front tooth (#8) that did not match the surrounding teeth in color or shape. By designing a new porcelain esthetic crown, we achieved a natural appearance that blends seamlessly with the patient’s smile, restoring harmony and balance while maintaining strength and function.

Full Mouth Reconstruction with Full Coverage Crowns

This case involved a full mouth reconstruction using full coverage crowns to restore the patient’s vertical dimension of occlusion. By rebuilding proper height and alignment, we were able to reestablish function, improve chewing efficiency, and create a harmonious, natural-looking smile.

Repositioning Impacted Canine #11 to Replace Missing Tooth #9

Full Zirconia One-Piece Implant

In this case, we restored the missing tooth with a full zirconia one-piece implant. This type of implant combines the implant and abutment into a single solid structure, offering excellent strength, biocompatibility, and esthetics. The monolithic zirconia design eliminates the use of metal, providing a more natural appearance and a highly durable long-term solution.

Icon Therapy to Reverse Caries

ICON dental treatment is a non-invasive method used to treat early-stage tooth demineralization (white spot lesions) without the need for drilling or fillings. This treatment is often used in cases where teeth have begun to demineralize due to factors such as poor oral hygiene, braces, or early decay but have not yet developed into cavities.

Teeth Whitening

Locator Fixed Dental Solution

The patient presented with four implants in the mandibular arch. A Locator Fixed solution was selected to provide a stable, fixed prosthesis with minimal flange coverage, improving comfort and function. This design allows excellent access for hygiene, helping reduce the risk of continued bone loss and soft tissue recession—especially important in cases with limited keratinized tissue. This approach offers a predictable and minimally invasive option to restore function in otherwise compromised cases.

Why Locator-Retained Fixed?

  • More cost-effective than traditional hybrid prostheses
  • Easy to clean and maintain
  • Flexible for future implant additions without remaking the prosthesis

This approach delivers a stable, esthetic, and patient-friendly solution that restores not just teeth—but quality of life.

Locator-Retained Fixed Implant Prosthesis

This patient presented with a failing dentition requiring full-mouth extractions. A comprehensive digital plan was created for a locator-retained fixed implant prosthesis, balancing function, esthetics, and long-term maintenance.

  • Implants Placed: 6 maxillary and 4 mandibular implants
  • Digital Planning: Guided surgery for precise implant positioning
  • Customized Design: Final prostheses were crafted to harmonize with the patient’s facial anatomy for a natural, confident smile.
  • Fixed, Yet Maintainable: The prostheses remain in place 24/7—only removed by a dental professional for maintenance.

Why Locator-Retained Fixed?

  • More cost-effective than traditional hybrid prostheses
  • Easy to clean and maintain
  • Flexible for future implant additions without remaking the prosthesis

This approach delivers a stable, esthetic, and patient-friendly solution that restores not just teeth—but quality of life.

Smile Transformation

76 years old female patient concerned about the mobility of her existing long spam bilateral bridges. Bilateral sinus lift, anterior ridge augmentation, soft tissue grafting, and implant placement accomplished. The case was planned in stages with the intention of creating adequate bone support and to minimize the use of a conventional denture during the process. The complete treatment took approximately 12 months. The case was managed in a multidisciplinary fashion with the support of a periodontist and anesthesiologist to assure extraordinary results. The patient was highly satisfied, the treatment not only enhanced her smile but also boosted her confidence significantly.

Implant Supported Fixed Partial Denture

Patient had a jaw reconstruction and microvascular fibula flap done due to odontogenic Myxofibroma on the lower left side of the jaw.

Implant-Supported Overdenture with TRX Locator System

This case was restored with an implant-supported overdenture using the TRX Locator system. The TRX Locators allow for greater correction of implant angulation, providing a more secure fit and improved comfort. This solution enhances stability, function, and esthetics while accommodating variations in implant positioning.

Maxillary Hybrid Prosthesis and Mandibular Conventional Denture

Prosthodontics rehabilitation after left maxillectomy and reconstruction of the maxilla with fibula flap and 4 dental implants.

Mandibular Implant Bar Overdenture

Prosthodontics rehabilitation after mandibulectomy and jaw reconstruction on a patient diagnosed with medication related osteonecrosis.

Bar Overdenture not maxillofacial Supported by Existing Two Implants

In this case, a bar-supported overdenture was designed and connected to two old implants. The bar improved the anterior–posterior (A–P) distribution, reducing cantilever forces and minimizing rocking of the prosthesis. This approach provided greater stability, comfort, and function for the patient compared to a conventional removable denture.

Metal Overlay Partial Denture

In this case, the patient’s medical condition did not allow for any invasive dental procedures. To restore function and aesthetics safely, we designed a metal overlay removable partial denture (ORPD). This prosthesis has a strong metal framework with a metal overlay that fits over the biting surfaces of the remaining natural teeth. The design provides added stability and durability, allowing the patient to chew comfortably and protect the existing teeth, all without the need for invasive dental intervention.

Conservative Metal Overlay Partial Denture (ORPD)

For this patient, we restored the smile using a metal overlay removable partial denture (ORPD). Instead of pursuing more invasive procedures, we used this conservative approach to increase the patient’s vertical dimension and replace the missing front tooth (#9). The custom metal framework and overlays on the remaining teeth provided stability and improved function, while the design allowed us to achieve both strength and aesthetics with minimal intervention.