What is a full dental restoration?
We speak of a full restoration when a large proportion of the teeth needs treatment to restore good function and aesthetics. Depending on the condition of the teeth, we combine comprehensive treatments over several appointments in a sequence planned in advance.
When is it needed?
It often concerns people with dental anxiety who have not had a check-up for years. Small defects, gum inflammation or loose teeth go unnoticed and over time become major, painful problems. People with a pronounced dental phobia often endure severe pain and the loss of teeth for a long time and only come when the physical and emotional strain has become too great.
Long-term poor oral care, an unhealthy diet or a genetic predisposition can also make a full restoration necessary.
How it works
We always start with a detailed consultation and a thorough examination including X-rays of the teeth and gums. Together with you we draw up an individual treatment plan that takes your wishes and your financial means into account. For some patients the main goal is to live without pain and eat properly again; others also want the most aesthetic result possible.
The individual steps and the number of appointments depend on the condition of your teeth. As needed, the restoration can draw on the full range of dentistry:
- Extractions and removal of root remnants
- Fillings
- Root canal treatments
- Periodontal treatment
- Bone augmentation
- Dental implants
- Planning and making restorations: crowns, bridges, implants, dentures
- Professional cleaning
Restoration before cancer treatment
Chemotherapy attacks cells that divide particularly quickly – not only cancer cells but also those of the oral mucosa. Cancer drugs weaken the immune system, and radiotherapy in the head and neck area can cause inflammation of the oral mucosa (oral mucositis) and problems with the salivary glands. Dry mouth, altered taste, loss of appetite and difficulty swallowing follow; viruses, bacteria and fungi spread easily and penetrate the tissue.
A healthy dentition without damage or gum inflammation reduces these side effects and lowers the risk of bone necrosis caused by bisphosphonates.