Full Mouth Reconstruction

There are many reasons why a patient might require a full mouth reconstruction. For example, a patient could suffer a traumatic injury that causes extensive damage to the mouth, or a patient might have severe periodontal disease that has led to degeneration. Sometimes, patients experience an extreme fear of the dentist that prevents them from accessing vital preventative dental care treatment, leading them to develop more complex oral health issues. 

No matter the reason for complex oral health problems, having issues with your teeth, gums, and maxillofacial structures can cause pain and discomfort, while significantly reducing your quality of life. 

At Sinclair Smiles, we combine leading dental technology, tools, and techniques to provide our patients with an advanced menu of comprehensive care. We use a combination of general, restorative, and cosmetic treatments and services to address dental problems and revitalize our patients' smiles while restoring their oral health, form, and function.  

What Is Full Mouth Reconstruction?

Also commonly called full mouth rehabilitation, full mouth reconstruction is a multifaceted treatment program designed to address complex oral health and dental issues to restore the form and function of a patient's teeth, gums, and other maxillofacial structures while also enhancing the smile's aesthetic beauty. 

A full mouth reconstruction typically consists of multiple treatment steps that are parts of a larger, personalized treatment plan. Each treatment recommended is designed to help the patient address their unique oral health issues in order to achieve their smile goals while restoring the form, function, and health of the smile. 

Treatments Commonly Used in Full Mouth Dental Reconstruction

Depending on your current oral health concerns and smile goals, our dentist will recommend a treatment plan that uses a selection of the following treatments: 

• Bone Grafting and Sinus Augmentation
• Cavity Treatment and Tooth-Colored Dental Fillings
• Root Canal Therapy
• Tooth Extraction
• Porcelain Dental Crowns and Same-Day Crowns
• Inlays and Onlays
• Dental Bridges
• Full and Partial Dentures
• Dental Implants
• Composite Dental Bonding
• Porcelain Veneers
• Gum Tissue Grafting
• Laser Gum Treatments
• Periodontal Disease Treatment

Treatment Expectations: The Full Mouth Reconstruction Process

The full mouth reconstruction treatment process is different for every patient because the selection of treatments and procedures are recommended on a case-by-case basis to create completely personalized treatment plans that are designed to address each patient's underlying issues, oral health concerns, reconstruction needs, and ultimate smile aesthetic goals.

For this reason, the process can take more or less time and additional or fewer appointments, depending on your individual treatment plan. For some patients, the treatment process might require a month or two, while other patients could require a year or longer to complete their treatment plan. 

Consultation and Treatment Plan

The treatment process always begins with an initial consultation. During this appointment, our dentist will examine your teeth, gums, and maxillofacial structures. We will also take diagnostic images, such as digital X-rays, that enable us to thoroughly evaluate your internal anatomy. 

Additionally, we will review your health and medical history. We then discuss your treatment expectations and goals to gain a clear understanding of the problems you wish to address and the treatment outcome you wish to achieve. 

Using all of this information, our dentist provides you with a personalized treatment plan. We can then discuss all of the steps involved, what you can expect, and additional or alternative options. Often treatment plan options range from the most conservative approach to restoring oral health to increasingly comprehensive treatments that will restore your oral health and enhance the aesthetic appearance of your smile. 

Pain and Comfort Management

We take extreme care to ensure our patients are completely comfortable during their full mouth reconstruction appointments and treatments. We use a local anesthetic to fully numb the treatment area, and we provide patients with pain-management guidelines, recommendations, and prescriptions whenever necessary. 

In addition to ensuring a pain-free experience in our office, we also offer patients a variety of sedation dentistry options to help them relax in the dental chair during their treatments. If you believe you could benefit from sedation dentistry, we encourage you to talk with our dentist about your options during your consultation. We can help you determine the best option to meet your personal needs during your upcoming treatments. 

Professional Support Along the Way

Full mouth reconstruction is an extended, multifaceted treatment process that requires many steps to achieve the end goal and desired results. Throughout the process, our team will be here to answer your questions, provide you with recovery care instructions, and help to support you through the process in any way that we can. 

How Much Does Full Mouth Reconstruction Cost?

The cost of full mouth reconstruction treatment can vary greatly with an average that ranges from about $15,000 for more simple treatment plans to $80,000 for more complex treatment plans. In addition to the complexity of treatment, the total cost depends on several factors, such as:

• The types and extent of dental problems present
• The number and types of treatments needed
• The types of procedures required
• The types of materials used for treatments
• The patient's dental insurance policy

After your initial consultation, our office team can provide you with a comprehensive estimate for the cost of your recommended treatment plan. We will also be happy to help you navigate your insurance policy to better anticipate the amount of coverage you can expect. 

Most dental insurance policies provide some coverage for full mouth reconstruction, especially since many of the treatments involved are considered medically necessary. To help your treatment needs fit into your dental care budget, Sinclair Smiles accepts several dental insurance plans and also offers payment and financing options, such as CareCredit. 

Full Mouth Reconstruction in Encinitas: Personalized Treatment Plans for a Beautiful, Healthy Future

If your oral health is preventing you from living your life to the fullest, we strongly encourage you to take action now. With a well-organized, personalized treatment plan, you can start restoring your smile and your quality of life today by scheduling a consultation with Dr. Sinclair. 

To learn more about full mouth reconstruction or to begin your journey to a beautiful, healthy smile, we welcome you to contact our dental office in Encinitas today.