Who it is for
Oral rehabilitation is for any patient with concerns about their smile - above all those who have functional difficulty chewing, are in pain, or have lost one or more teeth. People with worn teeth or structural problems also benefit.
Treatment may involve several areas of dentistry: periodontics (gum and jawbone), orthodontics (tooth position and articulation), endodontics (pulp, tissue and root) and implant dentistry (implants and bone grafting).
When one of these structures is damaged by trauma or disease, it can be repaired. The aim is to restore or create chewing, speech and aesthetic function that improves quality of life - partially or completely, according to the degree of impairment.
Implants
Strong and safe, an implant uses a titanium post to support the new teeth. Healing takes four to six months and the rejection rate is minimal, but the patient needs adequate bone structure to receive the post and, later, the prosthesis.
Prostheses
Once the orthodontic records are complete, a dental prosthesis - fixed or removable full denture - can complete the rehabilitation. The technique differs from an implant, but it also addresses missing teeth and brings comfort to everyday activities.
Similar to a dental bridge, a fixed full denture is placed against the mucosa to restore the lost dentition. A removable full denture resolves tooth loss more easily, but presents challenges of fit and retention.