Allison Winkler, DMD, DMD
Kirkwood Family Dental
Kirkwood, MO 63122
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About Allison Winkler, DMD
Dr. Winkler has cared for families in the St. Louis region for several years and is very excited to have found a home at Kirkwood Family Dental. She is proud to have the opportunity to carry on the legacy that Dr. Tate has established. Originally from Seattle, Dr. Winkler received her Bachelor’s of Science in Biology from the University of Portland, and completed her Doctorate of Dental Medicine at Tufts University in Boston. She continues to enroll in multiple continuing education classes and is an active member of the prestigious Spear Education program.
Though Dr. Winkler is passionate about dentistry as a clinical skill, her main goal is caring for her patients like family members. She strives to make every visit as comfortable as possible, and values building relationships with families as much as providing excellent care. Dr. Winkler wants to give all her patients a smile they can be proud of, in an office where they feel at home.
While not practicing dentistry, Dr. Winkler enjoys spending as much time as possible with her new baby, husband, and several pets. She can also be found hiking, going to yoga classes, or trying to find new favorite restaurants.
Credentials
Education
University of Portland Tufts UniversityAssociations
Spear Education Program
Dental Implant Procedures by Dr Winkler
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.
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.
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.
Dr. Winkler and team do amazing work and go above and beyond to make you feel comfortable while in their care. Kirkwood Family Dental also does everything they can to help you get the most out of any benefits you may have and work with your schedule to get the care you need. I would recommend this practice to anyone with no hesitation!