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Achieve Optimal Function and Aesthetics with our Prosthetic Care Services For Every Stage In Life

Thanks to the latest dental prosthetics, you don’t have to face life with damaged or missing teeth. VanderLaan Family Dentistry in Byron Center, Michigan, offers dentures, implants, bridges, crowns, and other prosthetic services to restore oral function, aesthetics, and confidence. Learn more about our services by scheduling an appointment with Dr. Matthew VanderLaan and the team. We can’t wait to help you regain your smile and optimal oral function.

What are your prosthetic dental options?

No matter how well you care for your teeth, injuries and everyday wear and tear can take a toll on your teeth and gums. When your teeth fail you, our dental prosthetics can help rebuild your smile.

Our office offers the following prosthetics.

  • Dental crowns: Extensively damaged or decayed teeth need urgent restoration to prevent tooth loss and prolonged discomfort. Our restorative services include dental crowns that cover significantly damaged teeth to improve their appearance while providing structural support. A crown-treated tooth looks and functions like other teeth and can last several decades with proper maintenance. 
  • Dentures: Also known as fake teeth, dentures are removable appliances that are custom fabricated to replace one or more missing teeth. Dentures can be partial or complete. Complete dentures replace an entire arch of missing teeth, while partials replace only a few teeth in a row. Our dentures are created from high-quality materials with pinpoint precision. Most times, the only person who knows they are replacement teeth is the patient!
  • Dental implants: A dental implant is a permanent solution for missing teeth. An implant is a titanium screw that is surgically placed in the jawbone to act as a prosthetic tooth root. Dental implants can support a crown, bridge, or denture. Why does this matter? This means dental implants can replace a single tooth, several, or all missing teeth. Dental implants provide near-perfect aesthetics and oral function like natural teeth. They also promote bone regeneration, enhance confidence, and last a lifetime, making them a fantastic investment.
  • Dental bridges: A dental bridge is a conservative yet effective tooth replacement. It spans the toothless gap between two healthy teeth or implants, replacing missing teeth and preventing oral issues like bite misalignment. Our team designs and places high-quality bridges that provide excellent aesthetics and oral function. Once you replace your teeth with our dental bridges, no one will notice they are replacement teeth. They fit snugly between your teeth and look natural when smiling or talking.

What makes our dental prosthetics superior?

Our dental prosthetics are custom-fitted to your unique dental profile so you can feel confident with your new smile. Our office has nothing like a “copy and paste” approach. We remake your smile from the ground up, taking into account the factors that make your smile unique—gum color, lips, tooth color, shape, size, etc.

We also integrate technology into your procedure to ensure optimal comfort and precision. We have invested in digital X-rays, intraoral cameras, a CBCT scanner, and 3D printing to deliver superior outcomes.

Ready for our dental prosthetics services?

Whether you want a dental crown, implant, or denture, you can trust Dr. VanderLaan and the team. Call (616) 288-2554 to schedule an appointment today to restore your functionality and appearance.

Dr. Matthew VanderLaan

Dr. Matthew VanderLaan is a highly skilled dentist with over 15 years of experience dedicated to personalized, patient-centered care. An alumnus of East Kentwood High School and the University of Michigan, he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry. Having spent three years as a public health dentist, he established VanderLaan Family Dentistry in 2012. 

Dr. VanderLaan has pursued advanced training at the Pankey Institute, Kois Center, Dawson Academy, American Academy of Facial Esthetics, The Schuster Center, and is a Fellow of Implant Pathways. He is also trained in TMJ and pain management. As a member of the American and Michigan Dental Associations and West Michigan District Dental Society, he is committed to excellence and trustworthiness in dentistry.

Within his family practice, Dr. VanderLaan has been a civilian provider for disabled veterans of the United States Armed Forces.  Since 2014, He has partnered with the local VA and has had the pleasure of caring for individuals who have sacrificed their personal well-being for our Nation’s safety.  He considers it one of his greatest honors of being a dentist.

Outside of his dental practice, Dr. VanderLaan is an avid family man.  He enjoys his time with his wife of 17 years, Dana, as well as his four children (Brooke, 16, Jenna 15, AJ 11, and Nora 11).  As a family they enjoy the kid’s sports, music, involvement in their Church and Christian Faith community, and Michigan Football.  They also enjoy traveling and exploring the world together.  

Dana VanderLaan

Dana VanderLaan founded VanderLaan Family Dentistry with her husband, Dr. VanderLaan, in April of 2012.  She is versed in all administrative tasks and acts as the office manager.  Before her over 12 years of experience in the dental field, Dana graduated with a BSW from Saginaw Valley State University and an MSW from the University of Michigan, School of Social Work. Dana is a self starter, and was trained in dentistry completely on the job, and continues to learn new things about running an efficient, patient-centered dental office.

Along with her work at VFD, she is mom to her children (Brooke 16, Jenna 15, AJ 11 and Nora 11), and works tirelessly to make sure all of their needs are met, and devotes her time to being their #1 supporter.  She enjoys her family time, rooting on her kid’s at their various athletic events, school and church activities, traveling, walking and working out, gardening, and spending time at home.