What Is Full Mouth Reconstruction? Here’s What Orange Park Patients Should Know

Are you in need of extensive dental repair? For patients with significant decay or damage to their teeth, full mouth reconstruction may be a recommended option to restore the health and function of your smile. Using a combination of restorative and cosmetic procedures, your smile can be completely transformed. 

If you’re looking for a provider of full mouth reconstruction, Oral Facial Surgery of Orange Park specializes in this service. This article offers a general overview of what you can expect from the initial consultation to the final restoration. 

What is Full Mouth Reconstruction? 

Sometimes called full mouth rehabilitation, this refers to the process of completely overhauling your smile. An individualized treatment plan is created for each patient on a case-by-case basis, involving restorative and cosmetic procedures. The overall goal is to improve the function of your teeth and mouth, which in turn improves the appearance.

Full mouth reconstruction may include:

• Dental crowns: a tooth-shaped cover placed over a damaged tooth. 
• Dental implants: surgically implanted replacement teeth. 
• Dental bridges: replacement for one or more adjacent teeth that bonds to the healthy teeth for support. 
• Tooth colored fillings and bonding: composite resin matched to the color of your teeth to fill cavities and reshape damaged teeth. 
• Orthodontics: teeth straightening treatments such as braces or clear aligners. 
• Veneers: thin shells bonded to the front row of teeth to conceal imperfections. 
• Periodontics: treatment for gum disease. 
• Endodontics: procedures to restore the health of teeth, such as root canal treatment. 

What Does Full Mouth Reconstruction Address? 

• Missing teeth. One or more missing teeth due to decay or advanced gum disease can be replaced with dental prosthetics. 
• Severe decay. Teeth with severe and extensive decay can be repaired or replaced. 
• Chipped, worn, or broken teeth. Damaged teeth can be reshaped to look natural.
• Misaligned teeth and bite. Teeth can be straightened and properly aligned for improved function and appearance. 

The Full Mouth Reconstruction Process

1. Initial consultation. The first step in the full mouth reconstruction process is the initial consultation, which involves a discussion of your needs and goals. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and decide if you want to pursue this treatment option. 
2. Evaluation. The next step is an evaluation of your current oral health. This will include a visual assessment as well as digital imaging using various diagnostic tools. 
3. Treatment planning. A customized treatment plan will be created just for you that addresses all of your needs and goals through a specific combination of procedures. An estimated timeline will be provided for your planning purposes. 

If you choose to undergo treatment following the above steps, the next step will be to schedule procedures accordingly to begin the process of smile transformation. 

Choosing a Provider 

Full mouth reconstruction is an important step in the restoration of your oral health. Choose a provider you can count on to create a natural smile, like Oral Facial Surgery of Orange Park. Dr. Semidey is a board certified oral surgeon with the expertise to provide the right combination of treatments to help you achieve your goals. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward your new smile. 

Frequently Asked Questions About Full Mouth Reconstruction 

How long will the process take? 

The entire treatment process from the initial consultation to the final result can take anywhere from a few months to a year or more. It depends on the extent of your needs and the types of procedures that will be included in your treatment plan. 

How long will my results last? 

Results vary based on the types of treatments you receive. But most full mouth reconstruction results last for many years, possibly for the rest of your life in many cases. 

Oral Facial Surgery of Orange Park believes that everyone deserves a fully functional, beautiful smile. Our comprehensive services include a wide variety of treatments and procedures to help you experience improved oral health and confidence. Contact us today to learn more and schedule an appointment.