Steven C Maller, DDS, MS, DDS, MS
San Antonio Perio & Implants
San Antonio, TX 78212
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About Steven C Maller, DDS, MS
Dr. Steven C. Maller DDS, MS earned his DDS degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 1992 and received a direct commission as a captain in the U.S. Air Force Dental Corps upon his graduation. Dr. Maller toured as a comprehensive dentist for four years at various Royal Air Force Bases in the United Kingdom before entering the USAF Periodontics Residency program at Wilford Hall Medical Center, graduating in 2000 with a Specialty Certificate in Periodontics and a Master of Science degree in Periodontics from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. During his tenure in the USAF, Dr. Maller has served as Director of Clinical Periodontics and Director of Resident Education and Training.
Upon graduation, he joined the faculty at the USAF Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency Program at Lackland AFB. He became a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology in 2000. In 2002, he started another tour in the United Kingdom, this time as a periodontist. In 2005, he was selected to join the faculty at the USAF Periodontics Residency Program, where he served as Director of Clinical Periodontics and the Director of Resident Education and Training. He was promoted to full colonel in 2010 and rejoined the faculty of the USAF AEGD Program as Chief of Periodontics. During this time, he also served as an Adjunct Clinical Professor in the Periodontics Department at UTHSCSA, and as an Associate Professor in the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS) Air Force Postgraduate Dental School.
He has published articles in professional journals, served as a mentor for multiple resident Masters Theses projects and lectured nationally and internationally on a wide variety of periodontal topics. Dr. Maller retired from the USAF in October 2013, after more than 21 years of active duty, and join Dr. William Stalker’s practice.
Dr. Maller has been married to his wife since 1992 and is the proud father of 2 boys, Sam and Ethan. When not at work, Dr. Maller enjoys spending time with family, playing guitar and volunteering at Concordia Lutheran Church.
Credentials
Education
University of Nebraska-Lincoln University of Texas Health Science Center in San AntonioAssociations
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Dental Implant Procedures by Dr Maller
Dental Implants
A dental implant is a root-form titanium screw that is surgically placed in the jaw to create an anchor for teeth to be built upon. Dental implants are considered the best way to replace missing teeth.
Single Posterior Implant
The majority of dental implants involve the replacement of a back tooth. Referred to as a single posterior implant, this procedure is typically less complex and less costly than many people expect.
Front Tooth Implant
Dental implants are an excellent option for replacing a missing front tooth in most cases. Front tooth implants are not as common as dental implants replacing missing molars or back teeth.
All on 4
The AO4 procedure is considered one of the most complex dental implant treatments. This procedure involves removing all natural teeth and replacing them with 4 implants and a permanent hybrid-type bridge.
Full Mouth Implants
Missing most or all of your teeth due to damage, periodontal disease, or tooth decay? Full mouth dental implants, which your dentist may call full mouth restoration or reconstruction, can be a great option.
Tooth Extractions
Sometimes referred to as “having a tooth pulled,” a tooth extraction is a very common oral surgical procedure in which a natural tooth is removed from the jaw. An implant may be placed after adequate healing time.
Bone Grafting
After teeth are extracted, bone can atrophy or shrink to the point that bone grafting is required. Bone grafting builds up bone foundations for sufficient implant stability and strength.
Socket Preservation
Socket preservations are simple bone grafting procedures done in conjunction with tooth extractions. The goal of socket preservation is to preserve bone for a future dental implant to be placed.
Dental Crowns
A dental crown is a cap or cover that protects the tooth and restores it to mimic natural shape, size, and function. Crowns are make of zirconia or porcelain and can be either cemented or screw-retained.
Screw Retained Crowns
A screw-retained implant crown is a single-tooth fixed restoration that is secured to a dental implant by means of a screw. Screw retained crowns are popular due to the proven long-term success they deliver.
Cemented Crowns
A cemented crown is a dental crown that is secured to a dental implant using a luting agent similar to dental crowns cemented onto natural teeth. Cemented crowns are beautiful, functional, and extremely durable.
Dental Bridges
An implant bridge or dental bridge is a permanent option that replaces multiple missing teeth. It literally bridges areas that are missing one or more teeth and fill in larger spaces with natural looking crowns.
Implant Cosmetics
The goal of implant cosmetic dentistry is to create tooth-like restorations that are strong, mimic natural beauty and completely restore natural function. Think of cosmetic dentistry as plastic surgery for teeth.
