Pamela S Ray, DDS, DDS
Oak Hill Periodontics
San Antonio, TX 78229
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About Pamela S Ray, DDS
Dr. Pamela S. Ray has a Bachelor of Science Degree from Texas A&M University. She received her Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree in 1989 from The Dental School at The University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. In 1991, Dr. Ray completed her periodontics training in San Antonio and has maintained a private practice in San Antonio since that time. Dr. Ray is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, the highest academic achievement to be obtained in periodontics. Immediately following graduation, she purchased a practice from Dr. Charles Finley and has been in a private solo practice ever since.
Dr. Ray is a co-founder and clinical instructor for The Little Implant Co., the only dental implant company owned and managed by dental practitioners in the world. She is the only woman dentist to have a dental device named for her. She is also a founding member of Berman Instruments, a dental instruments start-up company started by dental practitioners, for dental practitioners to give them direct to consumer options that are value driven.
In addition Dr. Ray is a clinical director for Base Bone, a product manufactured by Alamo Biologics in San Antonio. This product is processed using a ground breaking super critical Co2 treatment and provides superior bone allograft material.
Dr. Ray has a comprehensive outlook on Periodontics providing both disease, reconstructive, implants, and cosmetic periodontal treatment. She has interests in Bone Grafting, Soft Tissue Augmentation, and Dental Implantology. Dr. Ray lectures locally, nationally and internationally on surgical and non-surgical periodontal therapy, as well as practice management.
Dr. Ray is a co-founder and clinical instructor for The Little Implant Co., the only dental implant company owned and managed by dental practitioners in the world. She is the only woman dentist to have a dental device named for her.
Credentials
Education
Texas A&M University The University of Texas Health Science Center in San AntonioAssociations
AAP ADA Texas Dental Association
Dental Implant Procedures by Dr Ray
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.
Mini Implants
Mini dental implants, sometimes referred to as MDI or narrow-diameter implants, can be an excellent option if you’re looking to replace lost teeth in areas with less bone volume or severely limited spacing.
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.
Everything about my experience with Dr. Ray and her staff was top notch! Very little pain at all, and their technology is absolutely cutting edge. I knew I was in the best hands all along, and couldn't have asked for a better periodontist for my gum graft surgery!