Are there multiple aspects of your smile that you want to change? If you have a variety of aesthetic and functional issues going on, you could likely benefit from full mouth reconstruction. This service combines multiple cosmetic and restorative treatments to tune up your smile. Continue reading to learn about some of the different dental treatments that could be included in your full mouth reconstruction.
Dental Fillings
Dental fillings can be used to treat minor damage to the teeth. For example, if you have a cavity or a small fracture, your dentist may be able to repair it with a filling. The first step involves your dentist administering a local anesthetic so you don’t feel any discomfort. Then, they will prepare your tooth by removing any damaged parts and applying an acidic gel to clean the area. The filling material is then added to the tooth. Today, dentists usually use a tooth-colored composite resin for the most effective and natural-looking results.
Root Canal Treatment
Root canal treatment is used to save teeth that have been significantly damaged and eliminate discomfort. Once the area has been numbed with a local anesthetic, your dentist will make a small hold in your enamel and remove all of the damaged and infected tissue from the inside of your tooth. Afterward, they will clean and sanitize the tooth to ensure that it is free of bacteria. Lastly, the tooth is filled with a biocompatible filling material.
Dental Crown
Getting a dental crown can be completed in just two appointments. First, a thin layer of enamel needs to be removed. This creates room for the crown to fit comfortably in your mouth and appear natural. An impression is then taken and sent to the dental laboratory where your crown will be crafted. Once it’s ready, you can return to the dental office to have it placed.
Veneers
Dental veneers are thin shells of tooth-colored porcelain that are adhered to the front-facing surfaces of the teeth to mask imperfections. The durable, natural-looking material used can conceal a single damaged tooth or a mouthful of cosmetic flaws. Generally, veneers are used to address teeth that are chipped, gapped, misaligned, misshapen, discolored, undersized, and more.
Dental Implants
Dental implants are made from titanium, and they look like tiny screws. During your placement procedure, the implants are inserted into the jawbone. Over the next couple of months, the implants will fuse to your bone in a process called “osseointegration.” Dental crowns or other restorations are then attached to your implants via metal connecter pieces called “abutments.” Then, you can show off a complete smile.
Full mouth reconstruction can contain numerous dental treatments. During your consultation with your dentist, you will be able to discuss your smile goals so a customized treatment plan can be put together just for you!
About the Author
Dr. Eduart Shkurti earned his dental doctorate from the University of Southern California. Currently, he is a proud member of the American Dental Association, the New York Dental Society, and the Astoria County Dental Society. To learn more about full mouth reconstruction or to schedule a consultation at his office in Astoria, visit his website or call (718) 806-1662.