How Much or How Little Teeth Reconstruction?
Even if just a single tooth is broken, decayed or misaligned, it can effect the way you look, feel, chew, swallow and speak. Teeth reconstruction is a way of repairing one tooth, several teeth or a complete set of teeth and restoring health and beauty, not just to the teeth, but to the surrounding gums and bones, as well.
How much or how little needs to be done depends on the type of dental problems that exist and the amount of Dental Reconstruction that you choose to do.
What Types of Problems Does Teeth Reconstruction Address?
Teeth Reconstruction addresses any problems that prevent teeth from working or looking their best. Problems that Teeth Reconstruction addresses include:
- Decay
- Chips and fractures
- Missing teeth
- Wear from teeth grinding
- Erosion from foods and beverages
- Jaw and muscle pain and headaches related to jaw misalignment
- Gum disease
- Structural problems related to oral cancer and other oral problems
Teeth Reconstruction deals, not only with the repair of teeth, but also with the esthetics of the teeth, gums, jaw and facial structure.
What Types of Procedures are Used for Teeth Reconstruction?
One of the simplest procedures used for Teeth Reconstruction is deep cleaning and scaling. This easy treatment is a ‘deep clean’ that gets rid of plaque and bacteria that can cause tooth decay and gum disease. Preventive treatment is always encouraged, but sometimes it’s just not enough to prevent problems.
Prosthodontists, like Dr. Stone, are specially trained in the techniques of Teeth Reconstruction and Cosmetic Dentistry.
The procedures he uses not only restore teeth but also add to the overall structure of the jaw and face:
- Dental Implants replace missing or decayed teeth. They look and feel like natural teeth and also have the advantage of restoring and retaining bone in the jaw.
- Dental Crowns are placed over an existing tooth that has been damaged or decayed. By saving an existing tooth, bone is preserved and, like Dental Implants, crowns look natural and are cared for like natural teeth
- Cosmetic Dentures replace missing teeth and help to contour the jaw and facial muscles to prevent the sunken look that accompanies tooth loss.
- Porcelain Veneers are placed directly over a chipped or discolored tooth. Veneers are a simple way to get beautiful looking teeth.
- Botox, Restylane and Juvederm treatments can support existing Teeth Reconstruction by adding to facial structure.
- Maxillofacial Prosthetic Procedures involve Teeth Reconstruction along with the reconstruction of the jaw and face. Maxillofacial Prosthodontists are trained to treat maxillofacial deformities resulting from trauma, illness or birth injuries.
How to Decide if Teeth Reconstruction is Right for You
Some dental problems are obvious because they cause pain or discomfort or interfere with eating and speaking. Others, like fractured teeth, may exist for a long time before they become painful.
There are times when Teeth Reconstruction is done for cosmetic reasons, to increase self-esteem, which is important for overall health. An initial assessment is the first step in deciding which Teeth Reconstruction procedures are right for you.
Contact us to make an appointment to see how Teeth Reconstruction can enhance your health and beauty.
