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Prosthodontics in Pune

Restoring damaged teeth and replacing missing ones with crowns, bridges, dentures and implant-supported restorations.

Dentist discussing tooth replacement and prosthetic options with a patient at Prudent Dental Clinic, Viman Nagar
✓ Medically reviewedby Dr. Puja Bansal, BDS · 27 years' experience · Last updated July 2026

What is prosthodontics?

Prosthodontics is the part of dentistry that restores damaged teeth and replaces missing ones using dental prosthetics, such as crowns, bridges, dentures, inlays and onlays, and restorations supported on implants. The goal is comfortable chewing, a natural appearance and a stable bite.

At Prudent Dental Clinic in Viman Nagar, prosthodontic treatment is provided by Dr. Puja Bansal (BDS), a general dentist with 27 years of experience and a certificate in oral implantology. She is a general dentist rather than a registered specialist prosthodontist, and where a case genuinely needs specialist prosthodontic or surgical care, she says so and refers you on. Every plan begins with an examination so the right option is chosen for your mouth.

Key takeaways

  • Prosthodontics restores damaged teeth and replaces missing ones using prosthetics such as crowns, bridges, dentures and implant-supported restorations.
  • The right option depends on how many teeth are involved, whether you prefer a fixed or removable restoration, the health of the remaining teeth and gums, and your budget.
  • Fixed options such as crowns, bridges and implant restorations stay in place; removable dentures can be taken out for cleaning and are often the more affordable route.
  • Treatment is provided by Dr. Puja Bansal (BDS), a general dentist. Cases that genuinely need a registered specialist are referred on.
  • There is no single, fixed online price. You receive a clear, written, personalised quote after an examination.

When is prosthodontic treatment needed?

Prosthodontic treatment is about restoring form and function when a tooth is badly damaged or missing. It matters for more than appearance. Missing or broken teeth can make chewing harder, put extra load on the remaining teeth, and let neighbouring teeth drift over time.

A dental examination, with X-rays where needed, is the reliable way to see how much tooth structure and supporting bone remain. That is what guides which options are realistic for you.

Situations it can help with

  • A tooth broken, cracked or heavily filled and no longer strong enough for a simple filling
  • One or more missing teeth, or a gap left after an extraction
  • A root-canal-treated tooth that now needs a crown to protect it
  • Loose, worn or ill-fitting old dentures, crowns or bridges
  • Difficulty chewing, or a change in your bite or appearance after tooth loss

These do not all point to the same solution. An examination is what tells us which option suits your situation.

Restoring & Replacing Teeth

The prosthodontic options we provide

Crowns & bridges

A crown is a custom cap that covers and strengthens a single damaged tooth. A bridge fills the gap left by one or more missing teeth by anchoring to the teeth on either side. Both are fixed in place, so nothing needs to be removed for cleaning.

Dentures & prosthesis

Removable partial or full dentures replace several missing teeth or a whole arch. They can be taken out for cleaning and are often the most affordable way to restore chewing and appearance when several teeth are gone.

Implant-supported restorations

When you would rather not rely on neighbouring teeth or a removable plate, a crown, bridge or denture can instead be supported on dental implants. To replace one missing tooth on its own, see a single tooth implant.

Inlays & onlays

For a back tooth that is too damaged for a simple filling but does not need a full crown, a lab-made inlay or onlay restores the biting surface while keeping as much natural tooth as possible.

How is the right option chosen?

There is no single best prosthetic that suits everyone. The right choice comes from weighing up a few practical things together, which is exactly what the examination is for.

  • How many teeth need restoring or replacing, from one tooth to a whole arch
  • Whether you prefer a fixed restoration that stays in place or a removable one
  • The health and strength of your remaining teeth, gums and jawbone
  • Your priorities around appearance, comfort and how long the work should last
  • Your budget and the timeframe that works for you

Different restorations have different lifespans. Our guide on how long dental crowns last explains what to expect and how to help a restoration last.

What about cost?

There is no single, fixed online price for prosthodontic treatment, because the right option and the amount of work vary from person to person. The total depends on which restoration suits you, how many teeth are involved, the materials chosen, and whether any preparatory treatment is needed first.

After your examination, we plan the work and give you a clear, written, personalised quote, so you know exactly what to expect before anything begins. No surprises.

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Prosthodontics FAQs

Prosthodontics is the part of dentistry that restores damaged teeth and replaces missing ones using dental prosthetics. That includes crowns, bridges, dentures, inlays and onlays, and restorations that are supported on dental implants. The aim is to bring back comfortable chewing, a natural appearance and a stable bite.
A crown is a custom cap that covers and protects a single damaged tooth. A bridge fills the gap left by one or more missing teeth by anchoring to the teeth on either side, and it stays fixed in place. A denture is a removable plate that replaces several missing teeth or a whole arch and can be taken out for cleaning. Which one suits you depends on how many teeth are involved and the condition of the teeth and gums around the gap.
A fixed option, such as a crown, bridge or implant-supported restoration, stays in your mouth and often feels closest to a natural tooth, but it usually needs healthy neighbouring teeth or enough jawbone to support it. A removable denture is frequently the more affordable and less invasive choice, especially when several teeth are missing, though it needs to be taken out and cleaned each day. After an examination, Dr. Bansal will talk you through the trade-offs so you can decide what fits your mouth, your priorities and your budget.
Dr. Puja Bansal is a general dentist (BDS) with many years of experience providing crowns, bridges, dentures and implant-supported restorations, and she carries out most prosthodontic treatment at the clinic herself. She is not a registered specialist prosthodontist or surgeon, so where a case genuinely calls for specialist care, for example complex full-mouth rehabilitation or a difficult surgical situation, she will tell you plainly and refer you to an appropriate specialist.
Well-made prosthetics can last for many years, but the exact lifespan depends on the type of restoration, the materials used, your bite, and how well you clean around them. Grinding, gum disease and decay at the margins are the usual reasons a restoration needs replacing sooner. Keeping your regular check-ups lets any wear be spotted early and helps your prosthetic last as long as possible.
There is no single, fixed online price, because the right option and the amount of work vary from one person to the next. The total depends on which restoration suits you, how many teeth are involved, the materials chosen and whether any preparatory treatment is needed first. After an examination we give you a clear, written, personalised quote, so you know exactly what to expect before anything begins.

Sources & further reading: Indian Dental Association; World Health Organization, Oral Health.

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Medical disclaimer: This page is for general information and is not a substitute for professional dental advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a qualified dentist about your individual condition. Treatment outcomes vary from person to person.

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