While some people can achieve their smile goals with a single cosmetic treatment, such as teeth whitening, others have more severe aesthetic dental concerns. If you have damaged or missing teeth, or other significant issues that detract from your appearance, you may be a good candidate for full mouth reconstruction.
It’s normal to have questions about this service, such as which procedures might be included. Continue reading to learn more about 3 popular options often recommended to help patients build the happy, healthy smile they’ve always dreamed of!
Service #1: Tooth-Colored Restorations
Historically, dentists used amalgam, or metal, dental fillings and crowns to repair decayed or damaged teeth. Popular materials include mixtures of silver, tin, copper, gold, or zinc, which are durable enough to withstand the pressure of daily biting and chewing. However, they can also cause sensitivity or allergic reactions, and can leave teeth looking dark or dirty.
Thankfully, most dentists today provide more lifelike, tooth-colored restorations instead. For example, dentists can repair cavities with color-matched composite resin that bonds directly to your enamel, while stunted, damaged, or worn-down teeth can be capped with a ceramic dental crown carefully crafted to resemble your natural teeth and blend seamlessly into your grin.
Service #2: Lifelike Dental Implants
Although dentures and dental bridges are both versatile ways to rebuild your smile after losing one or more permanent teeth, many experts consider dental implants the ideal option because of their unique placement in the jaw.
These are the only replacements inserted into the foundation of your mouth and fuse with the jawbone for long-term stability. They’re also the only way to prevent the jawbone degeneration that typically accompanies tooth loss, because they function like roots and stimulate new bone growth each time you bite down. Plus, they’re made from resilient, biocompatible materials that can be customized to match your enamel, so you can feel confident about how you look.
Service #3: Customized Veneers
Veneers are a popular way to address one or several imperfections at a time, which can be ideal for full mouth reconstruction. These thin, ceramic shells are made to resemble or enhance the size, shape, and color of your natural teeth, then are cemented to their front surfaces to mask flaws. For example, your dentist can use this service to hide chips, cracks, stubborn stains, or mild misalignments.
Although these are common suggestions for full mouth reconstruction, your treatment plan might include other procedures based on your unique needs. Only your dentist can provide professional recommendations that take your current dental condition and individual goals into account!
Meet the Author
Dr. Sheren Elsaid is passionate about helping improve her patients’ lives by enhancing their dental health and appearance. She earned her dental degree from the Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry, and today, she offers a full menu of quality services, including full mouth reconstruction, to meet your unique needs conveniently under one roof. Her attention to detail, paired with advanced technology, delivers comfortable, beautiful results meant to last. You can request an appointment on the website or call (973) 370-5221.