Walking into a new dental office can feel a little nerve-wracking, especially if you’re dealing with missing teeth or a smile you’ve been hiding for years. It helps to know who’s going to take care of you before you sit down in the chair. So let us introduce you to Dr. Seung Lee, the prosthodontist who founded Dental Associates of Aurora and has spent more than 20 years helping people in Aurora, CO, smile again.
Patients know Dr. Lee for his precision and his gentle, patient approach. Whether you need general dentistry, a single implant, or a full-mouth reconstruction, he takes the time to understand what’s going on with your smile and what you want it to feel like when you’re done.
How Dr. Lee Found His Calling
Dr. Seung Lee went into dentistry with a simple goal: to help people improve their quality of life and give them a reason to smile again. That goal still shapes every treatment plan he creates. He knows that a missing tooth or a smile you don’t like affects much more than your teeth. It changes how you eat, how you talk, and how often you’re willing to laugh out loud.
Where Dr. Lee Trained
Dr. Lee earned his Bachelor of Science from Daemen College in New York and his DDS from the NYU College of Dentistry. He then completed a postgraduate prosthodontics residency at the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry. Prosthodontics is the dental specialty focused on restoring and replacing teeth, including crowns, bridges, dentures, and the teeth that go on top of dental implants. In other words, it’s the part of dentistry that decides how your new smile looks, feels, and bites.
Teaching, Learning, and Opening His Own Practice
After his residency, Dr. Lee spent six years on the faculty of the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine, teaching future dentists, and he still serves as a guest lecturer there. He’s a member of the American Dental Association, the Colorado Dental Association, and the Metropolitan Denver Dental Society. In 2002, he opened Dental Associates of Aurora so he could build the kind of practice he believed patients deserved: one where complex care and everyday care happen under the same roof.
Why It Matters Who Plans Your Implants
Getting dental implants isn’t only about placing a post in your jaw. The implant acts as the new root, but the tooth on top is what you see in the mirror and chew with every day. If that tooth doesn’t fit your bite or match the rest of your smile, it won’t feel right, no matter how well the implant was placed.
That’s where Dr. Lee’s training as a prosthodontist comes in. He plans your new teeth with the end result in mind, so they look natural, feel comfortable, and work like the teeth you lost. Our in-house oral surgeon places the implants, and the two work together from your first scan to your final smile.
More Than Implants at Dental Associates of Aurora
Dr. Lee is part of a multi-specialty team, and Dental Associates of Aurora offers much more than implants. Patients come to us for veneers, cleanings, cosmetic care, and same-day crowns and bridges, so they don’t have to wait weeks for a restoration.
Care for Your Whole Smile
Implants are a big part of what Dr. Lee does, but he also provides a wide range of dental services to keep your whole mouth healthy. That means you can get all of your dental care in one place, with a team that already knows your history.
A Team of Specialists Under One Roof
Our practice brings together a prosthodontist, an oral surgeon, and general dentists, along with our own in-house dental lab. Instead of being sent from office to office, you get specialists who talk to each other about your care, which makes treatment smoother and less stressful for you.
The Technology Behind Your Treatment
Dr. Lee uses modern technology to plan and deliver implant treatment with precision. For you, that means fewer surprises, a more comfortable experience, and results you can count on.
Advanced Dental Tools
At Dental Associates of Aurora, we use cone beam CT (CBCT) scans and digital scans to see your jaw and teeth in detail, and we use fully guided techniques for our implant surgeries. That level of planning helps us place each implant exactly where it should go.
Keeping You Comfortable
We know many patients feel nervous about dental work. That’s why we focus on gentle, minimally invasive techniques and offer several anesthesia and sedation options, so every visit feels as easy as possible.
What to Expect With Full-Mouth Implants
If you’re missing most or all of your teeth, full-mouth dental implants can change your daily life. No more dentures slipping when you laugh, no more avoiding the foods you love. Every step is carefully planned by Dr. Lee and our team.
How the Process Works
It starts with a thorough evaluation and a CBCT scan. Then the implants are placed during surgery, which may include extractions or bone grafting if you need them. In many cases, you can leave with a temporary set of teeth the same day. Once you’ve healed, Dr. Lee fits your custom final teeth, designed to look and work like natural teeth.
Healing and Getting Back to Your Life
Dr. Lee and our team guide you through healing with a care plan that fits your needs and your routine. You’ll know what to eat, how to keep the area clean, and when to come back, so you’re never left guessing about what’s normal.
Veneers, Crowns, and Bridges: Which One Do You Need?
Besides implants, Dr. Lee offers veneers, crowns, and bridges. Each one solves a different problem, so the right choice depends on what’s going on with your teeth.
How They Compare
Veneers are great for cosmetic changes, like covering chips, stains, or small gaps on your front teeth. Crowns cover and strengthen a tooth that’s damaged or weak. Bridges fill the gap left by a missing tooth. Dr. Lee walks you through the benefits and trade-offs of each one so you understand your options.
Choosing What’s Right for You
When you’re deciding, Dr. Lee looks at how long each option will last, how it will look, and the specific problem you want to fix. Then he helps you choose the one that fits your smile and your life.
Feeling Comfortable From Your First Visit
Your comfort is a top priority for Dr. Lee. From your first consultation to your follow-up visits, he and his team work to create a calm, supportive environment, especially if dental visits have made you anxious in the past.
A Plan Built Around You
Every treatment plan is designed around your needs, your goals, and your health, so your care is both effective and well thought out.
Options for Nervous Patients
We offer sedation and pain management techniques, including nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and IV sedation, so your procedure feels as comfortable as possible, and your visit feels more relaxed.
FAQs About Dr. Seung Lee
Why choose dental implants?
Dental implants are a durable, natural-looking way to replace missing teeth. They also help protect your jawbone and give you a smile you don’t have to think twice about.
What should I expect during the first visit?
Your first visit includes a thorough exam. Dr. Lee will go over your dental history, talk about your goals, and explain your treatment options.
How do implants compare to traditional dentures?
Implants are fixed in place, so they don’t slip like dentures can. They feel and work much more like natural teeth.
What are the costs involved?
Costs depend on your treatment plan. Our team will walk you through clear financial options, and we accept most major dental insurance carriers.
How long do dental implants last?
With proper care, dental implants can last for decades, which makes them a long-term solution for tooth loss.
A Reason to Smile Again
If you’re thinking about dental implants or any other dental care, schedule a consultation with Dr. Seung Lee at Dental Associates of Aurora. Together, we’ll build a personalized care plan around your goals, so you can feel confident in your smile again.
