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Reconstructive jaw surgery refers to the process that involves the complete replacement of broken tissue of the jaw. Reconstructive Dentistry usually involves all the various types of procedures such as dental implant restoration, full mouth reconstruction, dental bridge placements, TMJ treatment, inlays and onlays and dental crown placement.
Poor oral hygiene, accidents and even heredity can trigger are some of the factors that trigger the need for reconstructive surgeries. Other problems such as jaw injuries overcrowding may also necessitate reconstructive dentistry procedures.
In reconstructive dentistry Full mouth reconstruction is one of the significant procedures. Here reconstruction includes a good combination of cosmetic dentistry and the science of neuromuscular dentistry. In order to properly put the jaw of the patient in place, orthodontic equipments are used. On the proper alignment of ones jaw, cosmetic and restorative dentistry procedures including dental crowns, onlays, porcelain veneer, bridgework and dental implants must be completed.
Problems such as severe dental damage and worn out teeth may constitute an everlasting impact on the alignment of your teeth. In cases where there is damage, a dental crown, dental bridge or a dental implant may be used depending on the level of the damage caused to the teeth.
TMJ syndrome can be define as the disorder that impacts the functioning of the jaw's temporomandibular joint, this defect causes severe pain in head and neck and popping of the jaw when you are chewing food. This TMJ syndrome can in most cases be treated with over the counter pain medicines and mostly simple jaw exercises. Furthermore if this problem continue, visit your general dentist who will have to perform more complicated procedures to relieve you from the pain and the discomfort. Read more: jaw surgery and dental implants
