Full Mouth Reconstruction
Restore Your Oral Health
With Full Mouth Reconstruction
What Is a Full Mouth Reconstruction?
Who Is a Good Candidate
for Full Mouth Reconstruction?People who have a combination of issues, including:
- Lost teeth due to trauma or decay
- Multiple teeth that have been broken or cracked
- Constant jaw, muscle, and headache pain that has required continual adjustments to their bite
- Gum disease
- Bone recession in the jaw
Where to Begin
Teeth – Your dentist will examine the condition of your teeth and look for tooth wear, any cavities or decay, cracks, uneven teeth, root canal issues, or tooth movement. Based on the condition and health of your teeth, your dentist can recommend the right procedures for you.
Jaw – Your bite is crucial to your overall health. An overbite or underbite can cause wear and tear of your teeth, along with pain. Your dentist will check your jaw joints, muscles, and the overall balance of your bite to recommend the right treatments for your full mouth reconstruction.
Appearance – A full mouth reconstruction is focused on your oral health, but the results can also make you feel more confident in the appearance of your smile. Your dentist will look at the shape, size, color, and overall look of your teeth and how they complement your gums, lips, profile, and face, which will inform the design of any replacement teeth you need.
Gums – If your gums are unhealthy, you may need periodontal work first to ensure your smile has a healthy foundation. As your dentist examines your gums, he will look for excessive or insufficient gum tissue, deep pockets, and gum disease.
What Procedures Could Be Used?
Dental Implants
Dental implants replace the roots of missing teeth. The implants are titanium devices that are surgically placed into the jawbone. Following tooth loss, the implants provide the ultimate stability for crowns, dental bridges, or dentures. Thanks to dental implants, the replacement teeth will look, feel, and function like your natural teeth. Meanwhile, implants are the only restorative dentistry treatment that keeps the jaw from slowly shrinking and changing shape after tooth loss.Dental Crowns
Dental crowns are tooth-shaped caps placed over a dental implant to mimic the look and function of a natural tooth. They can also be placed over an existing tooth with severe compromises such as wear from teeth grinding, a large filling, or a fracture.Dental Bridges
Dental bridges fill the space left by missing teeth. In one method, the surrounding teeth are prepared for dental crowns, then the bridge is connected to the crowns and cemented into place. The bridge can also be supported by dental implants instead of crowns. Generally, it takes at least two implants to support a dental bridge. Bridges look and function like your normal teeth.Dentures
Dentures replace missing teeth and can improve your bite, appearance, and speech. They can replace a full or partial dental arch. While traditional dentures are designed to achieve a firm fit with the gums, they remain prone to shifting. Dental implants give dentures a level of stability and function virtually equal to that of natural teeth.Inlays and Onlays
An onlay replaces a damaged, decaying, or broken dental cusp (the highest point on the chewing surfaces of teeth). They are a less aggressive form of restoration than a crown, as they do not require as much of your existing tooth to be removed. An inlay is a similar restoration that replaces tissue between the cusps.Veneers and Other Cosmetic Procedures
Veneers are a cosmetic dental procedure used to modify the shape, size, and color of your existing teeth. Veneers are a good option for someone who wants to improve the appearance of a tooth that is compromised in a way that does not affect oral health. The thin layers of porcelain are placed on the front surfaces of teeth to conceal cosmetic imperfections in your smile. Veneers and other cosmetic procedures such as whitening or gum contouring can give your reconstructed smile a beautiful aesthetic enhancement after your oral health needs have been met.Full Mouth Reconstruction Versus Smile Makeover
How Long Does Treatment Take?
Costs and Insurance Coverage
River City Dental Solutions
The team at River City Dental Solutions serves the needs of the greater San Antonio, TX, area with state-of-the-art technology and the latest innovative techniques. We can provide you and your family with beautiful smiles through a variety of procedures including:
To schedule an appointment at our dental office, contact us online or call 210-941-3657.
