Full Mouth Reconstruction
Indianapolis & Fishers, IN
At Implant Dentistry and Periodontics, we offer a wide range of periodontal and dental implant services. Our caring and compassionate team has one collective priority and that is your smile.
Full mouth reconstruction, sometimes called full mouth rehabilitation or restoration, involves developing a treatment plan that addresses multiple dental problems together
When several teeth are missing, damaged, or badly worn down, treating them one at a time may not be the best approach. Full mouth reconstruction, sometimes called full mouth rehabilitation or restoration, involves developing a treatment plan that addresses multiple dental problems together. The goal is to restore the health and function of your mouth while also improving the appearance of your smile.
There are several reasons why someone might need full mouth reconstruction. You may have lost teeth to decay or gum disease, have teeth that are severely worn from years of grinding, or be dealing with multiple broken or damaged teeth. These problems can make it difficult to chew comfortably and may affect the way your upper and lower teeth fit together.
What goes into a full mouth reconstruction depends on the condition of your teeth and gums. Some patients can keep most of their natural teeth and have them repaired with crowns or other restorations. Others may need dental implants, bridges, or dentures to replace missing teeth. It's also possible to use a combination of treatments. If gum disease or bone loss is present, those problems may need to be addressed before the restorative work begins.
Before developing a treatment plan, we'll need to examine your teeth, gums, jawbone, and bite. This helps us determine which teeth can be preserved, what needs to be replaced, and how the different treatments should fit together. Full mouth reconstruction may involve several appointments over an extended period, particularly when dental implants or other surgical procedures are needed.
At Implant Dentistry and Periodontics, we can help you explore your options for restoring your oral health, including periodontal treatments and dental implants. We can also work with your restorative dentist when multiple procedures are involved. If you're considering full mouth reconstruction, call our Indianapolis office at 317-574-0600 or our Fishers office at 317-842-2273 to schedule a consultation.
Award Winning Periodontics
in Indianapolis and Fishers
Dedication to providing the best periodontal care to Indianapolis and Fishers isn't just something Drs. Edwards and Christman talk about. They have gone above and beyond what most periodontists do to master his field of work. They have sought out further education to bring the most promising new treatments to their patients.
The Full Mouth Rehabilitation Process
If you have been told that you may possibly need a full mouth restoration or full mouth reconstruction, call Implant Dentistry and Periodontics for a consultation. We will do a full consultation and exam to find out what procedures would give you the best results. We will also recommend solutions that we feel will help your overall health as a whole and treatments that are long-lasting, so any issues do not return. The team at Implant Dentistry and Periodontics will expertly examine the following to determine whether you indeed need full mouth reconstruction dental treatment:
- Teeth: The first step is to do a full examination of your teeth. We will be looking for any cracks, tooth wear and tear, cavities, and other imperfections. We might discuss other dental procedures during this time, such as dental bridges, crowns, veneers, or other restorative treatment.
- Periodontal Disease: We must examine your mouth to determine if you have any gum disease or bacterial infections in your mouth. If so, we might recommend a treatment such as scaling and root planing to treat periodontal disease first. We need to find any deep pockets in the gums or weaknesses in the bone structure before doing any kind of full mouth rehabilitation treatment.
- Your Bite: When you bite down on any food or basically just in general, it should not cause you any pain or discomfort. Any occlusal changes in your bite need to be addressed first before receiving restoration treatments. In some cases, Implant Dentistry and Periodontics may recommend orthodontics or a simple night guard first to correct the occlusion before any restorative procedures can be performed.
- Aesthetics: We will do a full exam on how your mouth, teeth, and jaws look aesthetically. We will be looking for any irregularities, sizes, and proportions of your teeth, front and side profiles of your face, as well as any loss of bone that might be causing sagging or drooping.
At Implant Dentistry and Periodontics, we offer a wide range of periodontal and dental implant services. Our caring and compassionate team has one collective priority and that is your smile.
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Examples of Actual Dental Procedures Used in a Full Mouth Reconstruction
Since we are all as unique as our fingerprints, there is no specific formula for dental procedures for full mouth reconstruction. During your consultation, Implant Dentistry and Periodontics will thoroughly examine your oral health, needs, and lifestyle to determine the best combination of procedures for you. These treatments may include:
- Permanent restorations, including crowns, veneers, inlays or onlays, bridges
- Temporary restorations, which are also called provisional restorations
- Dental implants
- Bone or soft tissue grafting
- Orthodontics for crowded, crooked teeth or alignment issues
- Laser gum shaping
- Crown lengthening
Are You a Candidate for a Full Mouth Reconstruction?
There are several reasons people need full mouth reconstruction and rehabilitation, and a few of those reasons are:
- Loss of teeth through infection of the gums, bacterial decay, or unfortunate trauma.
- Your teeth have become cracked, chipped, fractured, or injured to the point that they are unrecoverable.
- The excessive wearing down of the enamel. This can be a result of too much acid erosion from drinking soda or eating acidic foods such as citrus fruit and others. Tooth grinding during the day or in your sleep at night is also a factor in the erosion of your natural enamel.
- Severe pain associated with TMJ and your natural ability to bite correctly, or misalignment.
State of the Art Technology
For Advanced Periodontics
Offering the best periodontal care in the world requires the most advanced technology in the world. Drs. Edwards and Christman are always in search of new ways to provide patients with better results and do so in a way that minimizes pain and recovery time. They are also happy to adopt technologies that make it easier to communicate with patients and allow us to do our jobs in more environmentally friendly ways.
Examples of Actual Dental Procedures Used in a Full Mouth Reconstruction
Since we are all as unique as our fingerprints, there is no specific formula for dental procedures for full mouth reconstruction. During your consultation, Implant Dentistry and Periodontics will thoroughly examine your oral health, needs, and lifestyle to determine the best combination of procedures for you. These treatments may include:
- Permanent restorations, including crowns, veneers, inlays or onlays, bridges
- Temporary restorations, which are also called provisional restorations
- Dental implants
- Bone or soft tissue grafting
- Orthodontics for crowded, crooked teeth or alignment issues
- Laser gum shaping
- Crown lengthening
Earning your Trust with High Quality Periodontal Care
At Implant Dentistry and Periodontics, we know that every patient comes to us with different concerns. Before recommending treatment, we want to hear what's bothering you, what you'd like to accomplish, and what your budget is. From there, we'll go over your options and help you decide what makes the most sense for your situation. Our office also uses modern dental technology to assist with planning and treatment.
We know that dental appointments aren't exactly something most people look forward to. That's why we make a point of explaining what to expect, giving you time to ask questions, and doing what we can to keep you comfortable during your visit. If you'd like to schedule an appointment, you can reach our Indianapolis office at 317-574-0600, located at 8801 North Meridian St., Suite 103, or our Fishers office at 317-842-2273, located at 9885 E. 116th St., Suite 300.