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Full Mouth Reconstruction

Maida Smiles Dental Clinic, Maida Vale W9

Full mouth reconstruction means rebuilding the teeth in both jaws, in planned stages, so that they work and look as they should. At Maida Smiles it is a restorative route that can combine crowns, veneers, bridges, dentures and dental implants in one treatment plan, chosen for your mouth rather than from a fixed package. It is also called full mouth rehabilitation or full mouth restoration, and it is usually considered when teeth are worn, broken, missing or failing across the whole mouth. Our website names Dr Benedict Harrison, a restorative dentist who treats complex cases including full mouth rehabilitations and tooth wear, and Dr Pedro Gutierres, who places our dental implants and manages complex implant cases.

Overhead LED dental examination light in a treatment room at Maida Smiles dental clinic

Full mouth reconstruction is a restorative treatment plan that rebuilds the health, function and appearance of most or all of the teeth, often in both jaws. It is a coordinated programme, not a single procedure. One dentist looks at how your teeth, gums, jaw joints and bite work together, then sequences the treatment so each stage supports the next.

According to University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, prosthodontics is concerned with adult patients who have complex clinical problems, and covers fillings, crowns, bridges, implants and dentures to replace missing teeth and restore appearance and bite function. The British Society of Prosthodontics, formerly the British Society for the Study of Prosthetic Dentistry, describes fixed, removable and implant prosthodontics as part of the same field. A full mouth plan draws on all of them.

Our work on complex dental cases explains how we approach difficult mouths and second opinions. This page is for people whose main need is a whole mouth rebuild.

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How full mouth reconstruction works at Maida Smiles

Because the work is staged, the order matters. Our website describes prosthodontic care as a consultation and examination, X rays and digital scans, a tailored plan and a staged approach when several treatments are needed. For reconstruction, we expect it to follow this pattern.

Assessment and scans

We start with an examination of your teeth, gums, bite and jaw joints, with X rays and digital scans where needed. Our digital dentistry page describes the iTero scanner, 3D imaging and digital panoramic X rays we use for planning. A CBCT scan is listed at £175 per scan if your plan needs 3D bone detail, for instance before implants.

Planning and stabilising

Your dentist explains the plan in writing, the order of treatment and the fees. Any decay, gum disease or infection is usually dealt with first, because new restorations need healthy foundations.

Building the new teeth

Treatment is usually done in sections, such as one side or one arch at a time, to keep each stage manageable. Dr Gutierres places the implants if they are part of your plan. After the final restorations are fitted, we check your bite and agree a review and hygiene routine.

Full mouth reconstruction FAQs

What is the difference between full mouth reconstruction and full mouth rehabilitation?

In practice the terms mean the same thing: a planned rebuild of most or all of the teeth to restore how they work and look. Some clinicians use rehabilitation when the focus is function and bite, and reconstruction when major rebuilding is needed. Both involve a detailed plan before any treatment starts.

How long does a full mouth reconstruction take?

It depends on the work involved. A mouth that needs gum treatment, implants and crowns will take longer than one needing crowns alone, because healing time and lab work are involved. We will give you an expected sequence at your assessment.

How much does full mouth restoration cost?

There is no fixed fee, because the cost depends on the number of teeth, the materials and whether implants are needed. Our fee pages show starting fees for crowns, veneers, dentures and implants, and we give an itemised written plan after your assessment. Finance may help spread the cost.

Is full mouth reconstruction only for people who have lost their teeth?

No. Many patients have teeth that are worn, cracked or heavily filled rather than missing. A worn teeth rebuild can use crowns and veneers to restore the shape of teeth you still have, and implants are used only where teeth are missing or cannot be saved.

Will I need dental implants?

Not always. Implants are one option for missing teeth, alongside bridges and dentures. Your dentist will explain which suits your bone, gums and wishes, and a CBCT scan may be used to assess bone for implants.

Does it hurt?

Treatment is usually carried out with local anaesthetic, and some patients find sedation helpful. Your teeth and gums can be sore afterwards while they settle, and your dentist will explain what to expect.

Can I get a second opinion on a reconstruction plan I have been given?

Yes. If you have been given a plan elsewhere, or earlier work has not gone as hoped, we can review your records and discuss options. We cover second opinions and failed dentistry in our complex cases work.

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