John McAllister, DDS
McAllister Dentistry
Hickory, NC 28601
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About John McAllister
Dr. John McAllister is a talented, vibrant, and highly skilled dentist in Hickory that has served the area for many years. After growing up in Hickory, Dr. McAllister began his education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, graduating in 1991 with a degree in psychology. Dr. McAllister then pursued a post-graduate Masters degree in physical therapy at The Medical College of Virginia in Richmond, Virginia. He worked for eight years as a physical therapist and Director of Rehabilitation Services at Caldwell Memorial Hospital in Lenoir, North Carolina. Desiring a career change, he pursued his passion for dentistry by returning to the University of North Carolina where he earned his Doctorate of Dental Science degree with Honors and Distinction.
Credentials
Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Medical College of Virginia in RichmondAssociations
AACD AAID ICOI AGD
Dental Implant Procedures by Dr McAllister
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.
