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| | | A full mouth reconstruction will use a wide range of dental procedures, both structural and cosmetic, to rehabilitate your mouth. | | |
| Typical costs: | - The total cost for a full mouth reconstruction averages $15,000 -$35,000, depending on what's needed, but can go as high as $40,000 -$55,000 or more. A resident of Hawaii got opinions from four dentists for his full mouth reconstruction, with estimates ranging from $23,865 -$55,000.
- A full mouth reconstruction is basically an overall plan to use a variety of dental procedures to correct the condition and shape of your mouth in order to create a healthy and beautiful smile. Depending on what's needed, options that could be part of such a plan include:
Periodontal surgery gum repair (full mouth) $2,000 -$10,000
Bite/jaw treatment $2,000 -$3,000 or more
Braces $2,500 -$12,700
Root Canals $300 -$1,300
Dental Implants $1,250 -$3,000 or more per tooth
Crowns $500 -$3,000 per tooth
Dental Bridge $850 -$12,000
Partial Denture $300 -$700
Veneers $500 -$1,300 per tooth
Dental Bonding $300 -$600 per tooth
Teeth Whitening $200 -$1,000 - Typically, dental insurance may cover some or all of the costs of specific procedures that are considered necessary for structural reasons, such as crowns or root canals, but not cosmetic procedures such as veneers or teeth whitening.
What should be included: | - A full mouth reconstruction will repair or replace broken teeth, bones and tissue. The dentist will evaluate your mouth and then give you a treatment plan with a cost estimate. Patients may get a second or third opinion from another dentist or dentists about what specific work should be included, and at what cost. YourDentistryGuide.com gives an overview of what's involved in a full mouth reconstruction and the American Dental Association provides a glossary of dental terms and procedures which might be included in a full mouth restoration.
- The first phase of a full mouth restoration is to take any steps necessary to ensure that the gums are healthy, and then to correct any bite problems. Then come the repairs -- implants, crowns, root canals, veneers or whatever the restorative dentists says is needed. The process can take six months to 2 years, and sometimes longer. LocateADoc.com displays before-and-after photos of full mouth reconstruction patients.
Discounts: | - Dental college clinics often provide services by supervised students or faculty at reduced rates; check DentalSite.com for school locations.
- Some dental groups pay partial fees for low-income patients for work that is considered medically necessary; check with your state dental association for resources in your area.
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Material on this page is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Always consult your physician or pharmacist regarding medications or medical procedures.
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Article updated January 2009 |
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