What Can I Expect While Recovering during Full Mouth Reconstruction?

Many people live with extensive dental flaws such as broken teeth, severe discoloration, or misalignments that make it difficult for them to proudly show off their smiles. Fortunately, a qualified dentist can develop a full mouth reconstruction plan designed to address a multitude of issues with a series of restorative and cosmetic dental treatments. Here’s a brief guide to what you can expect while recovering from a few common procedures used in full mouth reconstruction.

Dental Crowns Leave No Reason to Frown

Chips, cracks, stains, advanced decay, and broken and misshapen teeth are common defects that can be effectively addressed with dental crowns. These customized appliances are designed to cover and protect troubled teeth while being indistinguishable from the rest of the smile. Placing a dental crown involves reshaping the tooth being treated to eliminate decayed material and make room for the restoration, and, while this process is rendered painless through local anesthetics, you can expect a mild recovery period afterward.

After receiving a dental crown, your tooth may be sore for a few days and you may need some time to get used to the appliance being in your mouth. Any discomfort should be easily manageable with over-the-counter pain relievers or by applying an ice pack or cold compress to the cheek covering the tooth, but contact your dentist if the soreness seems to be getting worse instead of better.

Transform Your Grin with Veneers

Veneers are similar to dental crowns in that they are ceramic pieces mimicking the ideal appearance of natural dental structure and they require the teeth receiving them to be reshaped in order to be placed. While veneers can conceal a range of defects such as chips, cracks, gaps, and stains, they are considered a cosmetic treatment rather than a restorative one, and they are usually placed on the front teeth to create a more beautiful appearance rather than on the molars to reinforce compromised dental tissue.

After receiving veneers, you may experience some temporary discomfort in the treated teeth, and it should be easy to manage with over-the-counter pain relievers or a cold compress or ice pack. Be sure to call your dentist if the discomfort seems to worsen rather than diminish.

Reclaim Your Grin with Dental Implants

Tooth loss is an unfortunately common problem, and dental implants are the best way to replace missing teeth. These restorations begin with titanium posts surgically placed in the jawbone where they fuse with the surrounding bone structure through the natural process of osseointegration, creating a sturdy hold that allows them to last for decades. When the implant is completed with a lifelike dental crown, it will be completely indistinguishable from your natural teeth in both appearance and function.

Many patients report that receiving a dental implant is much more comfortable than having a tooth extracted. You may be able to return the day after the procedure, but it’s best to avoid strenuous activity while recovering. You’ll be ready to receive your new dental crown after the implant has finished fusing with your jawbone a few months later.

Full mouth reconstruction can give you a smile you can be proud of. Consulting with your dentist can help you find out which treatments are right for you.

About the Practice

All Smiles Leesburg offers compassionate dental services for the entire family. Led by Drs. Giannina McBryde, Bao-Tran Le, and Juliana Bermudez, the staff ensures that each patient receives effective treatments in a warm and welcoming environment. The office offers general, restorative, cosmetic, and emergency dentistry. To schedule your full mouth reconstruction consultation, contact the office online or dial (703) 777-4443.