What does full-mouth rehabilitation include?
Full-mouth rehabilitation includes both medical and cosmetic treatments to resolve health, functional, and cosmetic issues. It can include surgery, implants, dentures, crowns and many other things.
Who is a good candidate for full-mouth rehabilitation?
Patients who are missing several teeth or have ongoing multiple issues from injuries, infections, gum disease or decayed teeth are good candidates for full-mouth rehabilitation.
What are the main goals of this treatment?
Goals are three-fold. They are to restore health, function, and improve aesthetics.
What kind of treatments might be included in a full-mouth rehabilitation plan?
It is customized to the patient’s needs but can include bridges or implants, dentures, inlays, crowns, veneers, gum surgeries, and bone grafts.
Does the treatment focus more on function or aesthetics?
It addresses both. Functions like chewing and speaking are restored but the patient’s smile is also improved to be more attractive.
Is full-mouth rehabilitation the same as a smile makeover?
Not exactly. A smile makeover tends to focus primarily on aesthetics like whitening or veneers while a full-mouth restoration has a broader application because it includes oral health procedures too.
Will I need a consultation and treatment plan before starting?
Yes, we need to do an exam to help craft your personal treatment plan.
Are implants always part of full-mouth rehabilitation?
No, they aren’t automatic because every patient has different needs. Another option may serve them better.