Reconstructive Dentistry
August 17th, 2009 by wordpress
Reconstructive dentistry is the abstract of rebuilding what is worn, broken or missing. A smile can say a lot about you, and when you have the opportunity to make your smile reach its beautiful potential, wouldn’t you take it? Reconstructive dentistry can make your smile the way it was always meant to look. Many options are available, so there’s still time to save your smile.
Porcelain veneers are one option for a perfect smile. These veneers are a thin sheet of porcelain that go over your old teeth and will turn into a beautifully white smile. Veneers will resist stains better and can last many years. When putting these veneers on your teeth, your teeth will be shaved down a small amount, but it won’t damage your actual smile. You’re guaranteed a great smile, and the price is in the general range of $1,000-$2,000 per veneer. The results are priceless.
Dental implants are root replacements (artificial) that are used to replace a lost tooth. The cause of lost teeth can be from accidents, decay, or improper care of teeth, such as not brushing often or not flossing. Dental implants can create a replacement tooth where one ceases to exist, and in turn will create a beautiful and more youthful appearance for you. When you lose a tooth, there’s a tendency that your face will collapse, which will make you look older. Another result is that it could create problems in your speech. With dental implants, your smile is restored and your speech isn’t threatened. Dental implants cost anywhere from $1,200-$3,000 a piece and can make it all the way to $15,000-$30,000 a piece. While this is costly, it will give you guaranteed satisfaction.
Full mouth reconstruction is a combination of surgeons, ranging from general dentists to oral surgeons. The procedure is a combination of simple to complex dental procedures, such as crowns, bridges, veneers, whitening, etc. This generally is needed for extreme cases, such as teeth lost in decay or severe trauma, but it can be used in other cases as well. Overall this procedure will recreate your smile, and it costs between $800-$1,500 per tooth, and can escalate to $30,000-$45,000 per tooth, maybe more.
The possibilities are endless, and your smile deserves it. Consider some of these options when considering reconstructive dentistry. Your smile will thank you for it, and you’ll have guaranteed satisfaction no matter what you choose.
