Bite Analysis & Reconstruction

What To Expect From Full Mouth Reconstruction

Full Mouth Reconstruction – Cosmetic Dentistry

Cosmetic dentistry, or full mouth reconstruction, isn’t just about creating pretty teeth, it’s about restoring health and stability to the mouth for long lasting, comfortable and natural looking results.

Complex cosmetic concerns or severe dental problems may be solved best with a full mouth reconstruction. Don’t let the description alarm you. A full mouth reconstruction really means that several dental procedures may be combined to provide the desired cosmetic result. Just like it sounds, a full mouth reconstruction affects the overall health of your entire mouth, not just one tooth, with the ultimate goal of improved dental health.

Is Cosmetic Dentisty Right for You?

What do you see when you smile? Crooked teeth, teeth that are worn or discolored? Before your smile can be rejuvenated Dr. Glaser will meet with you to evaluate your dental health and go over your cosmetic goals. From there Dr. Glaser will create a personalized treatment plan that will be the foundation for the best result.

Choose the Right Cosmetic Dentist

While there are many dentists that offer in-office cosmetic procedures, Dr. Glaser is the only area dentist with the experience and additional training from the Dawson Academy program to help him accurately assess which procedures will be used and the specific protocols that will need to be meet. Protocols established to give predictable results. Dr. Glaser will also use the latest technology like our 3 Shape TRIOS digital scanner to analyze and visualize your desired outcome. Dr. Glaser will thoroughly discuss all aspects of or your treatment plan with you and our caring staff will coordinate each step in the process.

Your full mouth reconstruction will restore your mouth’s natural alignment, fill gaps between the teeth, and de-age and improve the appearance of your smile.

W I D I O M – Patient First Dentistry

Do you avoid the dentist fearing treatment will be painful and expensive? Dr. Glaser understands many patients have avoided the dentist for years out of the same anxiety and he is dedicated to making each patient feel as comfortable as possible. He does this by spending extensive time with each patient to thoroughly explain the condition. He will develop a treatment plan that follows the WIDIOM (Would I Do It On Myself) philosophy and educating patients on their treatment options.

When it comes to paying for cosmetic treatment, Glaser Dental offers a number of affordable financing programs with flexible monthly payment options.

Schedule a Consultation

Looking for a Rothschild, WI and WAUSAU, WI AREA COSMETIC DENTISTRY office? SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION with expert cosmetic dentist, Dr. Glaser, today to learn how he can help you get the beautiful smile you deserve. We gladly welcome new patients and out of town patients.

TMJ Therapy

The temporomandibular (tem-puh-roe-mun-DIB-u-lur) joint (TMJ) acts like a sliding hinge, connecting your jawbone to your skull. You have one joint on each side of your jaw. TMJ disorders — a type of temporomandibular disorder or TMD — can cause pain in your jaw joint and in the muscles that control jaw movement.

The exact cause of a person’s TMJ disorder is often difficult to determine. Your pain may be due to a combination of factors, such as genetics, arthritis or jaw injury. Some people who have jaw pain also tend to clench or grind their teeth, although many people habitually clench or grind their teeth and never develop TMJ disorders.

In most cases, the pain and discomfort associated with TMJ disorders is temporary and can be relieved with self-managed care or nonsurgical treatments. Surgery is typically a last resort after conservative measures have failed, but some people with TMJ disorders may benefit from surgical treatments.

Signs and symptoms of TMJ disorders may include:

  • Pain or tenderness of your jaw
  • Pain in one or both of the temporomandibular joints
  • Aching pain in and around your ear
  • Difficulty chewing or pain while chewing
  • Aching facial pain
  • Locking of the joint, making it difficult to open or close your mouth

TMJ disorders can also cause a clicking sound or grating sensation when you open your mouth or chew. But if there’s no pain or limitation of movement associated with your jaw clicking, you probably don’t need treatment for a TMJ disorder.

TMJ Therapy can include:

  • Oral splints or mouth guards (occlusal appliances). Often, people with jaw pain will benefit from wearing a soft or firm device inserted over their teeth, but the reasons why these devices are beneficial are not well-understood.
  • Physical therapy. Treatments might include ultrasound, moist heat and ice — along with exercises to stretch and strengthen jaw muscles.
  • Counseling. Education and counseling can help you understand the factors and behaviors that may aggravate your pain, so you can avoid them. Examples include teeth clenching or grinding, leaning on your chin, or biting fingernails.

Adjusting Your Bite Position

Full mouth reconstruction is the restoration of your teeth to establish a more ideal relationship between your teeth, bones and soft tissues. Everyone’s anatomy and jaw movements are different so everyone needs a different bite position to idealize their health and comfort. The best part adjusting your bite is the resulting fabulous and functional smile and this treatment should clean up any tooth decay or infection and improve your oral health.

There are different approaches to reconstruction treatment to accomplish slightly different goals. These goals can also mean different timelines associated with the different treatments. Some treatment options can be completed in just a few weeks. Others may take several months and a treatment plan will be developed so you know what to expect.

Full Mouth Reconstruction is often used to correct:

  • Underbite, TMJ, and Open Bite

  • Bite Correction

  • Jaw Repositioning