Does your smile need several treatments to repair your beam? If so, you may be interested in a full mouth reconstruction. This refers to a comprehensive treatment plan that usually includes multiple procedures to revitalize the form and function of your gums and teeth. This is a good option for patients who have extensive dental or periodontal issues. If you think a full mouth reconstruction may be a good choice for you, keep reading to learn what to expect from the recovery process for different procedures you might undergo.
Dental Fillings
Dental fillings are used to repair cavities or other minor damage. This treatment can almost always be completed in just one office visit. You may experience slight soreness in the area of the affected tooth or teeth for the rest of the day.
Be sure to avoid eating anything excessively hard or chewy. Additionally, plan to chew on the other side of your mouth until your mouth has healed enough for you to comfortably resume eating normally.
Dental Crowns & Bridges
Dental crowns are used to repair cavities that are too large to be fixed with fillings and severely damaged teeth. They can also correct discoloration and misshapen pearly whites. Dental bridges can replace one or more consecutive missing teeth. They are made of two dental crowns with the replacement tooth in the middle.
Both treatments will require the treated teeth to be reshaped so the restorations can fit over them without looking bulky or disrupting your bite. Because of this, you should plan to eat soft foods for the first few days after treatment since you may experience slight soreness. This should subside within two or three days.
Root Canal Therapy
This treatment option is the only way to save an infected tooth. This is done by removing the pulp before cleaning and filling the tooth. A crown or filling will then be placed to seal the tooth and protect it from further harm.
After root canal therapy, you can expect to experience some minor swelling, minimal bleeding, and possibly some soreness in the area. Eat a diet consisting of soft foods and take Tylenol or other over-the-counter pain medications as directed to manage discomfort. Any side effects should wear off 3-5 days following the procedure.
Tooth Extractions
Your dentist will always do what they can to save your teeth. Even so, extractions are sometimes the only option. It normally takes a few days to recover. Over-the-counter pain medicine, gargling with a salt and water mixture, or a cold compress can help you deal with discomfort while you heal. The tooth replacement will always be built into your treatment plan in these cases.
Dental Implants
This is an excellent choice for missing teeth that replaces the entire tooth structure, not just the crown. Implants are surgically placed into the jawbone and take four to six months to fuse with it through osseointegration. Eat soft foods and get plenty of rest following the procedure.
After the implants are placed, you may experience some swelling, minor bleeding, bruising, and a bit of pain. To help with any discomfort or pain, your dentist will probably recommend taking over-the-counter medications, such as ibuprofen.
About the Practice
Coco Dental gives patients living in Dallas the care they need to perfect their pearly whites. If your smile could use some serious work, they offer full mouth reconstruction to repair your beam. They can walk you through the process and also give you information on what to expect during recovery. Call Coco Dental’s office at (972) 629-9339 or visit their website if you want more information on their services or to schedule a consultation.