In some unfortunate cases, the health and aesthetics of a person's teeth, gums, and bite deteriorate past the powers of any one dental procedure or treatment. In these situations, the individual might want to consider a full mouth reconstruction to repair and rejuvenate their smile.
Let's examine what full mouth reconstruction is, when necessary, and the array of dental procedures involved in this treatment.
What Is a Full Mouth Reconstruction?
A full mouth reconstruction (or "rehabilitation") is a comprehensive treatment plan meant to restore the form, function, aesthetics, and health of a patient's smile and bite. A full mouth reconstruction comprises a customized combination of procedures to tackle a variety of dental issues and restore balance to a person's bite, aesthetics to their smile, and provide the boost that comes with biting, chewing, and speaking with total confidence.
When Is a Full Mouth Reconstruction Necessary?
A full mouth reconstruction is needed when an individual's oral health has deteriorated severely, whether due to tooth loss, significant tooth decay, advanced gum disease, bite misalignment, trauma, or simple genetics. A full mouth reconstruction becomes necessary in these extreme cases where no single dental treatment can sufficiently address the functional, aesthetic, and physical discomfort issues.
What Procedures Comprise a Full Mouth Reconstruction?
Full mouth reconstructions at our Brandon, FL dental office consist of a combination of cosmetic and restorative treatments that are tailored to a patient's specific needs based on a customized and detailed treatment plan. Once it is determined, after a thorough examination, that a full mouth reconstruction is in order, a dentist will formulate an individualized treatment plan consisting of treatments and procedures like:
- Dental implants
- Dental crowns
- Dental bridges
- Porcelain veneers
- Orthodontics (like braces or Invisalign®)
- Periodontal (gum) therapy
- Root canal therapy
- Gum contouring
- Bone grafting
- Jaw realignment
Remember that your dentist determines the specific procedures in each complete mouth reconstruction plan based on an individual's specific circumstances.
Complete Mouth Reconstruction Expertise in Brandon, FL
If you are in the Brandon, FL, area and would like to learn more about full mouth reconstruction to address multiple concerns, contact me, Dr. Sarah Barr, DMD, and our friendly and knowledgeable team here at Walker & Barr, DMD, to schedule a consultation!