Full mouth rehabilitation means rebuilding most or all of the teeth in a planned sequence, rather than fixing one tooth at a time as problems appear. It’s a big decision, so here’s who it’s for, how it’s planned and what to ask.
Having one or two of these doesn’t automatically mean you need full mouth work. Sometimes a smaller, staged plan does the job.
Treating decay and gum disease first.
Root canal treatment for teeth that can be kept.
Crowns for worn or broken teeth.
Bridges, implants or dentures for missing teeth.
Veneers where they suit.
A night guard if you grind.
Examination, x-rays, photos and digital scans of each tooth, your gums, jaw joints and bite.
We plan the finished teeth, often with a trial you can see, then temporaries so you can test the shape and bite in daily life.
The permanent work is placed in stages, usually one section of the mouth at a time, with a written staged quote.
Anywhere from a few weeks to many months. Treatment involving implants takes longer because the bone needs time to heal. Staging also lets you spread the cost and the appointments over time.
If you’re anxious, longer treatment can often be grouped into fewer appointments under IV sedation, given by a visiting sedationist who monitors you throughout.
Bring these to your assessment.
It depends on how many teeth are involved, which treatments are needed and the materials chosen, so a figure is only possible after an assessment.
Your health fund rebate is processed at the counter.
Afterpay, Humm, National Dental Plan and DentiCare.
An itemised plan and full cost before we begin.
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. This page is general information only and not a substitute for an examination. Individual results vary.
Rebuilding worn or failing teeth in planned stages.
Staged treatment means regular visits over several months, so being close helps. Patients come to us from Cranebrook, Londonderry and Castlereagh.
Book an assessment. We’ll look at every tooth, explain what can be saved, and give you a written staged plan before anything starts.