Are you ready for a stronger and healthier smile that you can feel confident about? Are you sick of hiding your teeth for pictures and at events? If you are ready to completely restore the state of your grin, a full mouth reconstruction treatment can help you achieve a smile you can feel proud of. Here are 5 of the most popular full mouth reconstruction treatments that you should consider.
Tooth Extractions
Sometimes, it’s necessary to remove teeth that are greatly affected from decay, gum disease, or impaction. If you’re experiencing pain, discomfort, or trouble chewing due to damaged teeth, your oral surgeon may recommend an extraction if they can’t be repaired with root canal therapy.
Removed teeth can be replaced with dental implants or implant dentures depending on how many were extracted and their location.
Dental Implants
Dental implants are surgically placed in the mouth to replace a missing or extracted tooth. Thanks to today’s technology, implants are made to look and feel like your natural teeth. They are long-lasting and can address a host of dental issues, including significant decay, damage caused by grinding, and loose dentures.
Zygomatic and Pterygoid Implants
Unlike regular dental implants, zygomatic and pterygoid implants are longer and suitable for patients who have experienced bone loss in their jaw, making more support necessary. Your oral surgeon will rely on your harder facial bones, like the cheekbones, to anchor the implants. This is a great option for those who don’t want to receive a more extensive bone grafting procedure.
Implant Dentures
If you have traditional dentures and you’re struggling to chew, experiencing gum irritation or soreness, or just don’t feel confident about your smile, implant dentures are a great option to consider. Additionally, many people find that they alleviate troublesome sliding or clicking from their dentures moving around in their mouth.
Implant dentures utilize dental implants to stabilize a denture in the mouth. The implants fuse with the bone in a process called osseointegration before your dentures are permanently attached to your mouth. That means you won’t have to worry about taking them out to clean them.
All-On-4
An All-on-4 procedure replaces an entire row of teeth by using just four dental implants. They are placed in the jaw strategically during a single visit. A temporary denture is then placed over the top while you recover.
Eventually, you will require a couple of additional appointments to have a custom-made denture fitted for your mouth. This will replace the temporary denture and greatly improve your ability to chew and talk by preventing jawbone deterioration. You’ll be enjoying your favorite foods again in no time.
If you’re ready to upgrade your smile, a full mouth reconstruction may be a great option to boost your confidence and improve your quality of life. Reach out to your dentist to learn more about your options and find a treatment that will work best for you.
About the Practice
Our team of oral surgeons at South Florida Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery has undergone years of specialty training to provide patients with the best treatment possible. Their cumulative skills include expertise in oral reconstruction, implant reconstruction, and cosmetic surgery. They are members of the American Dental Association, the American College of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons, and the Florida Dental Association. If you have questions about full mouth reconstruction, visit their website or give them a call at their Palm Beach Gardens location (561)624-7116.