Who is reconstructive dentistry for?
- Severe tooth wear from years of grinding, clenching or dental erosion
- A "crumbling" dentition: many old, failing fillings and weakened teeth
- Loss of several teeth or molars, with a collapsing bite
- A combination of functional complaints (chewing, jaw) and aesthetic wishes
The complaints have often developed gradually: shorter teeth, sensitivity, difficulty biting, or dissatisfaction with the appearance of the teeth. A reconstruction addresses both the cause and the consequences together.
How do we approach it?
A reconstruction never begins with drilling, but with analysis. We map the mouth out completely using photographs, X-rays and dental models, and we look for the cause of the damage; otherwise the problem will simply recur. We then design the new situation: first digitally or in wax, and then as a trial set-up (mock-up) in the mouth, so that you can see and feel the result before we carry out the definitive treatment.
The work is carried out in phases and combines techniques: build-up with composite, crowns, bridges or implants, and where necessary root canal treatments or gum care beforehand.
The result
A dentition that functions comfortably again, is protected against further wear and looks natural. Thanks to the phased approach and a cost estimate per phase, you remain in control of the process and the costs throughout.