Most people experience dental damage due to decay, wear, or injury at some point in their lives. If this is you, you may also be intimidated by the idea that you might have to spend a fortune to start addressing your dental needs, so you find yourself postponing prompt treatment until your teeth (and their underlying issues) negatively affect your daily life. At the Costa Rica Dental Team, we strive to be that alternative that does not sacrifice quality to cost, which is why we encourage our patients to address their dental problems from a long-term outlook. If you have multiple damaged or worn-down teeth, a full mouth restoration with crowns might be such solution. This procedure is a team effort that not only restores the appearance of your smile but also improves chewing ability, speech, and long-term oral health.
A full mouth restoration involves rebuilding and restoring all of your teeth using dental crowns. Crowns are custom-made caps that cover the entire tooth, strengthening it and improving its shape, size, and appearance. Unlike simple cosmetic procedures, a full mouth restoration is a comprehensive dental solution designed to address both aesthetic and functional concerns.
We recommend this treatment to patients with severe enamel erosion, multiple deep cavities, many broken, fractured, or missing teeth, or issues caused by long-term grinding (bruxism). By covering each affected tooth with a crown, the procedure helps protect against further damage while restoring the function of a natural bite.
Crowns in a full mouth restoration can be made from any material, including: porcelain, zirconia, zirconia fused to porcelain, or porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM). In our experience at our dental office, we have found the most suitable for this procedure is zirconia for back teeth and implant-crowns and/or zirconia fused to porcelain crowns for front-teeth crowns.
Some of the effects and benefits of opting for a full mouth restoration with crowns are:
1. It restores function in all your teeth. Your mouth is a complex machine: if one part fails, others must compensate, which ultimately leads to long-term damage. Crowns restore chewing ability of all teeth allowing you to enjoy food without pain and without undue strain.
2. Enhanced aesthetics. Cracked, discolored, or misshapen teeth can impact self-confidence. Crowns provide a uniform, bright, natural-looking smile in a short time.
3. It protects and strengthens teeth. Teeth weakened by decay, fractures, or grinding are prone to further damage. Crowns act as a shield, preventing future complications and extending the lifespan of your natural teeth.
4. It improves your bite alignment. Misaligned bites can contribute to jaw and tooth pain, more fractures, and muscle strain. A full mouth restoration corrects bite problems, reducing strain on the jaw and minimizing discomfort.
5. It’s a long-lasting solution. Not only are you correcting all of your dental issues, but also with proper care, dental crowns can last 10-15 years or longer, making them a worthwhile investment. At our office, we even offer a 10-year replacement guarantee so you can rest assure your work will last at least that amount of time.
We will most likely recommend a full mouth restoration with crowns if you:
- Have severely worn-down, broken, or decayed teeth.
- Experience chronic teeth grinding that has significantly eroded enamel.
- Have multiple failing dental restorations that need replacement.
- Suffer from bite issues or jaw pain due to tooth misalignment.
- Want a comprehensive and long-lasting dental solution.
In other words, it may not be suitable for everyone. Patients with severe gum disease or those seeking minor cosmetic changes might benefit from alternative treatments like veneers or partial restorations.
A full mouth restoration with crowns is a life-changing procedure that restores both the function and aesthetics of your smile. Whether you struggle with worn-down teeth, extensive decay, or bite issues, this treatment offers a durable and aesthetically pleasing solution. Contact us now and find out if this is for you. With recent x-rays we are able to provide a free estimated treatment plan outlining roughly what we believe you will need and the costs associated to the treatment. Find out if flying to Costa Rica can be the best decision for you now!
