Full Mouth Reconstruction at Sunnyslope Dental and Implant Center

Are you suffering from extensive tooth decay, gum disease, or tooth loss? Sometimes years of neglect, medications, or acid reflux and bruxism can destroy your smile, leaving you with few restoration options. At Sunnyslope Dental and Implant Center in Salem, OR, we offer full mouth reconstructions, a highly personalized treatment plan that will completely revitalize your smile.

What are Full Mouth Reconstructions?

Full mouth reconstructions, also known as full mouth rehabilitations, restore years of neglect in both the upper and lower jaws. Unlike smile makeovers, which restore the aesthetic aspect of your mouth, a full mouth reconstruction reverses physical damage to restore the look and function of your entire mouth.

Full mouth reconstructions incorporate a range of cosmetic and restorative dental treatments to make your smile look healthy and attractive. Typically, full mouth reconstruction plans use a different combination of restorative and cosmetic treatments, like crowns, bridges, veneers, periodontal treatments, or dental implants.

Candidates for a Full Mouth Reconstruction

If you have multiple dental health issues that are negatively impacting your teeth or gums, then chances are you will be a candidate for a full mouth reconstruction. However, if you need extensive oral surgeries, it is important that you are in good enough health to undergo local or general anesthesia.

You should also quit the use of tobacco for two months before and after dental surgery for optimal healing. If you want your teeth and gums to remain in good health, you should quit smoking all together. The most common candidates for a full mouth reconstruction suffer from the following issues:

  • Teeth with considerable decay or dental trauma

  • Severe gum disease and gum recession

  • Teeth with chips or fractures

  • Severe damage from chronic acid erosion or teeth grinding

  • Jaw and facial pain or headaches from a misaligned bite

Full Mouth Reconstruction Process

The process of your full mouth reconstruction will depend on the severity of your damage and your unique treatment plan. During your initial consultation, Dr. Coombs will take x-rays of your mouth and assess your dental health to decide the best treatments. Dental health conditions that will be assessed during your consultation, include:

  • Condition of teeth: The decay and appearance of your teeth will determine which restoration treatment is best. Some patients might benefit more from porcelain veneers, while others might need crowns, implants, or bridges. We will also check for cracks, old fillings, or failed root canals.

  • Gum health: Your gums are the foundation to your smile. Without healthy gums, any cosmetic treatments will be null. Unhealthy gums will require scaling and root planing. If you need more complex treatments, we might recommend you see a periodontist. You also might require a gum graft or bone graft to help strengthen your gums and any jawbone deterioration from gum disease and tooth loss.

  • TMJ or Jaw Misalignments: Misaligned bites can cause destructive wear on your jaw and teeth. Temporomandibular joint disorder can cause pain when you chew or open and close your mouth. For bite disorders, we will recommend orthodontic treatments or a night guard to defend against teeth grinding.

  • Cosmetic condition: For a successful full mouth reconstruction, we will need to restore the beauty of your smile by assessing the color, size, and shape of your smile. We will make sure that your reconstruction treatment enhances the cosmetic condition of your smile from every angle.

During your consultation, Dr. Coombs will also talk to you about any of your concerns and goals for your treatments.

Restorative and Cosmetic Dental Treatment Plans

During your full mouth reconstruction, Sunnyslope Dental and Implant Center will work with you to determine the best procedures for your case. For severe cases, you might need to see a specialist for some treatments. Typically, full mouth reconstructions will require multiple office visits. All in all, your treatment could take up to a year to be finished - especially if you will be requiring dental implants. Below are some of the most common treatments offered for full mouth reconstruction:

  • Dental implants. Implant dentistry is the most effective and natural-looking way to replace missing teeth.

  • Cosmetic dentistry. Teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, gum contouring, and dental bonding can help address yellow teeth, chipped teeth, or puffy gums.

  • Bruxism treatment. We will address teeth grinding by offering therapy, correcting bite problems, and providing custom-made bite guards.

  • Orthodontics. Misaligned teeth and bites will require Invisalign or traditional braces.

  • Oral surgery. For extensive decay, root canals, tooth extractions, or gum and jaw grafts might be necessary.

Choosing a Dentist in Salem, OR for Your Full Mouth Reconstruction

Sometimes general dentists avoid recommending a full mouth reconstruction, since complex cases require state-of-the-art technology and a skilled dental provider. At Sunnyslope Dental and Implant Center in Salem, Oregon, we offer a range of cosmetic and restorative dental treatments to fully repair your smile. Dr. Caleb Coombs uses the most up-to-date technology and techniques to give you high-quality and affordable dentistry. Schedule a consultation for a full mouth reconstruction treatment today at 503-966-8400.

Dr. Caleb Coombs, DMD​​​​​​​