Nashville Full-Mouth Reconstruction

If you have TMJ dysfunction or problems plaguing the majority of your teeth, full-mouth reconstruction can restore the beauty of your smile and the healthy function of your jaw. By applying advanced training in complex restorative dentistry, Dr. David Wickness can help you realize the freedom to eat, smile, and laugh comfortably and confidently.

Do I Need Full-Mouth Reconstruction?

Full-mouth reconstruction may be a recommended solution if you suffer from any of the following:

• Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder
• Severe tooth wear
• Severe mouth or jaw injury
• Widespread oral damage or dysfunction from a hereditary or medical condition

You would also benefit from this procedure if for any reason the majority of your teeth are cracked, broken, loose, missing, or badly decayed.

Benefits of Full-Mouth Reconstruction

For those suffering from TMJ disorder or an injury, a primary goal of full-mouth reconstruction is to restore normal function to the jaw. This process will provide relief in any of the following ways:

• Give you complete comfort with biting and chewing
• Enable you to freely and fully open and close your mouth.
• Relieve pain in your ear, jaw, face, neck, or shoulders
• Eliminate clicking or popping of the jaw joint
• Restore worn teeth and normal facial height, giving you a more youthful look
• Give you relief from tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
• Eliminate headaches or migraines

For more information about our treatment options for TMJ dysfunction, visit our TMJ page.

Whether or not your jaw needs treatment, full-mouth reconstruction will give you a brand new smile and all the aesthetic, health, and functional benefits that come with it. This means a newfound sense of confidence and comfort for you!

Forms of Treatment

Full-mouth reconstruction looks different for every individual. Your treatment may include any of the following:

• Crowns
• Bridges
• Veneers
• Dental implants
• Implant-supported dentures
• Occlusal equilibration – the shaping or reshaping of your teeth to produce an aligned bite

Credentials in Cosmetic & Restorative Dentistry

The knowledge and skills needed to perform a successful full-mouth reconstruction are not part of the regular dental school curriculum. To obtain advanced training in this area, Dr. Wickness attended and graduated from the Dawson Academy. Currently, he is undergoing the rigorous process of accreditation with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry out of his commitment to providing the highest in aesthetic outcomes for his patients.

Restoration is Here

To get started on the path toward your new smile, give us a call at (615) 297-5090 to schedule your initial dental exam. You may also request an appointment online, and we’ll call you to schedule.

If you’ve been told you need some dental work but would like to receive a free second opinion before moving forward, we invite you to schedule a complimentary consultation, either by phone or by requesting an appointment online.