Full Mouth Reconstruction in Denver, CO
Dental issues vary significantly in terms of severity. While some dental problems may be treatable through cleaning or the installation of orthodontic appliances, others require surgery. When faced with extreme cases that present extensive damage throughout the teeth and gums, a dentist may decide to perform full mouth reconstruction. Full mouth reconstruction can offer long-term solutions for your numerous dental problems, and examining its viability is worth your time.
By fusing together the need for optimal oral health and a passion for achieving a great smile, Dr. Louisa Gallegos, DDS, MSD, is an experienced and dedicated prosthodontist who provides high-quality dental care and full mouth reconstruction to patients in Denver, CO, and its surrounding areas.
What Is Full Mouth Reconstruction?
Full mouth reconstruction is the combination of multiple dental procedures focused on rebuilding, replacing, and restoring the teeth in a patient’s mouth to improve oral health and enhance their natural smile.
When the teeth and gums have deteriorated due to injuries, diseases, poor oral health, or a combination of those factors, patients may experience gum disease and other dental issues. Full mouth reconstruction can help correct these issues.
Full mouth reconstruction can also help treat lingering dental issues such as gum disease, missing teeth, cavities, misaligned teeth, tooth grinding, jaw pain, gum recession, and tooth stains. By improving oral health and aesthetically enhancing the smile, many patients also experience increased self-confidence after their treatment.
What Procedures Are Involved in Full Mouth Reconstruction?
Full mouth restoration involves several procedures. Your full mouth reconstruction will be unique to you, so it’s essential to start the process early in case it involves lengthy procedures.
The full mouth reconstruction treatment can involve the following procedures:
- Dental implants
- Root canals
- Re-alignment
- Tooth extraction
- Jaw surgery
- Gum contouring
- Veneers
- Dental bonding
- Fillings
- Inlays and Onlays
- Teeth whitening
During your initial consultation, Dr. Gallegos will examine your teeth and current oral health to determine which dental procedures will be part of your full mouth reconstruction plan.
What Are the Most Common Dental Procedures for Full Mouth Reconstruction?
Many patients undergo tooth extractions during their full mouth reconstruction treatment. Dr. Gallegos may recommend this procedure if you have damaged teeth. Full recovery from extensive teeth removal will take around two to four weeks. This recovery should be completed before moving on to the next dental procedure within your full mouth reconstruction plan.
Gum contouring is another common procedure that patients undergo to restore their gum health and improve the proportional appearance of their smile. Unlike teeth removal and jaw surgery, gum contouring has a relatively short recovery period of around ten days.
Jaw alignment or TMJ treatment is also a common procedure amongst full mouth reconstruction patients. Dr. Gallegos may recommend jaw surgery to correct alignment and growth issues. Like teeth removal, jaw surgery also has a lengthy recovery period. The recovery time for that procedure may last for three months.
If you’re ready to improve your smile, click here or call 303-316-4034 to set up a consultation at her Denver, CO, office.