If you are struggling with multiple or complex dental problems, you may require full mouth reconstruction in Needham. Your dentist will put together a custom treatment plan to restore your oral health, renew your smile’s aesthetics, and decrease your pain. But what exactly is involved in reaching those goals? Each patient’s treatment journey looks a little different. Below, we list some of the procedures that are most commonly included in a full mouth reconstruction plan.
Gum Disease Therapy
Roughly 50% of adults in the U.S. have some form of gum disease. If you are among them, treating this condition may be an important first step in your full mouth reconstruction plan. Often, gum disease can be managed with scaling and root planing (a deep cleaning of the mouth). In some cases, however, surgical intervention is required.
Tissue Repair
Many patients’ gums and jawbone have deteriorated over the years. This is often true of people who lost their natural teeth a long time ago, as well as those who suffer from advanced gum disease. You might need a bone graft to restore your jaw’s volume and prepare your mouth for future tooth replacement. You might also require a gum graft to reverse gum recession and cover the exposed roots of your natural teeth.
Tooth Replacement
There are various tooth replacement solutions that your dentist might recommend. Typically, dental implants are the preferred form of treatment because they rebuild lost teeth from the roots up and provide a long list of oral health benefits. For example, they strengthen the jawbone and provide an incredibly strong bite force. However, if dental implants are not right for you (or you choose not to get them), you might get a dental bridge or a traditional denture instead.
Tooth Repair
Repairing your remaining natural teeth can renew their function, shape, and appearance. Some restorative procedures that may be involved in this include tooth-colored fillings, root canal therapy, and dental crowns.
Cosmetic Services
Cosmetic services are usually not a necessary part of full mouth reconstruction. However, many patients choose to undergo them to put the finishing touches on their restored smile. Veneers and dental bonding can both hide a range of aesthetic imperfections in teeth, including chips, cracks, and discoloration.
Your Full Mouth Reconstruction Plan
Your dentist will work with you to design a treatment plan that meets your goals, needs, and preferences. If more than one type of restorative service might be suitable for you — for example, if either dentures or dental implants could work well in your case — your dentist will help you understand the pros and cons of each of your options. Once your treatment plan is finalized, you can look forward to owning a strong, healthy, and attractive smile!
Meet the Practice
The team at Gillis Dental includes talented general dentists and specialists, all of whom work together to help patients enjoy the highest level of care possible. If you are interested in full mouth reconstruction, they would be pleased to speak with you. Contact us at 781-214-3926 to learn more about our practice and how we may be able to serve you.