subject: Reconstructive Dental Surgery [print this page] Reconstructive Dentistry refers to different kinds of restorative dentistry processes that involve completely replacing or repairing broken or missing teeth, bones, or tissue. Reconstructive Dentistry may involve various types of procedures such as Full Mouth Reconstruction, Dental Implant Restorations, TMJ treatment, Dental bridge placement, Dental crown placement, Inlays and Onlays, and replacement of old metal fillings.
Certain factors such as poor oral hygiene, accidents or even heredity can trigger the need for Reconstructive dentistry. Severe medical problems such as overcrowding, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders and jaw injuries may also necessitate Reconstructive dentistry procedures.
Full Mouth Reconstruction
Full Mouth Reconstruction is one of the most significant procedures in Reconstructive dentistry. Full Mouth reconstruction generally involves a good combination of cosmetic dentistry with the science of neuromuscular dentistry. Orthodontic equipments are used to properly position the jaw of the patient. Upon the proper alignment of the jaw, various cosmetic and Restorative dentistry procedures that include porcelain veneers, dental crowns, bridgework, dental implants, and onlays are completed.
Major dental problems
Severe dental problems such as damaged and worn teeth can have a lasting impact on the alignment of your teeth. A crown, dental bridge or a dental implant may be used depending on the extent of the damage caused to the teeth.
TMJ Syndrome
TMJ syndrome is a disorder that impacts the functioning of the jaw's temporomandibular joint, causing severe pain in head and neck and popping of the jaw when you chew food. In most cases, TMJ syndrome could be treated with over-the-counter pain medicines and simple jaw exercises. However, if dental problems still persist, your general dentist will have to perform more complicated procedures to relieve you of the pain and discomfort.
It is often a general dentist who performs many of these dentistry procedures, but you should make it a point to speak with the dentist before the treatment and view some of the samples of the doctor's previous full mouth reconstructions. Before planning to go in for
Reconstructive Dentistry, it is always necessary to consult an experienced dentist or oral surgeon who will take your medical history, examine your mouth, and discuss the various options.
