Treatments

Full Mouth Rehabilitation

Full mouth reconstruction, rehabilitation, and restoration are all phrases that describe the process of rebuilding or restoring all of the teeth in both the upper and lower jaws simultaneously. General or restorative dentists and dental specialists such as periodontists, oral surgeons, orthodontists, and endodontists are commonly involved in full mouth reconstruction.

You may need a full mouth reconstruction as a result of:

• Teeth that have been extracted owing to trauma or deterioration.
• Teeth that have been fractured or have been injured.
• Teeth that have been significantly worn down due to acid erosion (foods, beverages, acid reflux) or tooth grinding over time.
• Consistent complaints of jaw, muscular, and headache pain necessitate bite modifications (occlusion).

Process

If you believe you require reconstruction, schedule an appointment with your dentist for a thorough inspection. Your dentist will examine your mouth to establish the severity of the disease and the treatment options available.

Teeth: Depending on your teeth, restorative procedures such as porcelain veneers or full-coverage crowns, Inlays or Onlays, bridges, or implants repaired with a crown may be required. Cavities and decay, tooth wear, cracks, short/long teeth, root canal difficulties, and tooth movement will all be noted by your dentist.

Periodontal (gum) tissues: If your gums aren't in good shape, you'll need scaling and root planing to get rid of periodontal disease. A periodontist may be required to provide more comprehensive treatment to ensure that your newly restored teeth have a strong foundation. Soft tissue or bone grafts may be used to strengthen your gums and underlying jaw bone in such treatments.

Occlusion, temporomandibular joints, and jaw muscles: A stable bite is essential for your general dental health. It should not create pain when you close your mouth or chew, and it should not wear or destroy your teeth. When your dentist plans your restorations, occlusal alterations must be considered. You may need orthodontics or another sort of treatment to restore your occlusion before you can have any more restorative treatments done.

The examination process requires the use of X-rays and photographs of your mouth, and also impressions of your upper and lower teeth, models of your teeth made from the images, and a model of your bite. Orthodontists design the optimal treatment plan for you; your dentist may recommend you to experts for a consultation.

Procedure

Your dentist will determine what procedures are needed for your specific case. Reconstructions involve multiple phases and office visits. The following procedures may be involved, based on your condition:

• Cleaning your teeth
• Crown lengthening to show healthy, sound tooth structure for crowns or bridges.
• Repositioning the jaw.
• Contouring of the gum tissue
• Preparation of your natural tooth structure
• Placement of temporary restorations so you can get used to your new teeth and the feel of your new mouth or bite alignment.
• Placement of permanent restorations
• Orthodontics to move your teeth into the optimal position for reconstruction.
• Implant placement and restoration
• Bone or soft tissue grafting to enhance the stability of your teeth

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