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COMPLEX RECONSTRUCTION

Complex Reconstruction is just that - rebuilding a broken down mouth to its original condition or better.  It may be a result of an accident or just general breakdown of the entire mouth.

As our teeth become older, many patients have had extractions due to abscesses, fractures and decay.  Older fillings may be discolored and unsightly.  Stains,  darkening, and misalignments are often symptoms leading to the complaint that "I just don't like my teeth."

Teeth can be returned to their original condition or better using fixed bridges (you can not take them out), implant prosthetics, veneers, tooth-colored inlays and crowns.  After a full mouth reconstruction, the mouth can be as perfect in appearance and function, as you like.

Combined with state-of-the-art techniques and regular check ups afterwards, your smile can better than ever.

BEFORE

AFTER

You may call for a 
free cursory examination
and ask questions about your case.  If you decide to continue treatment, a complete examination would be scheduled followed by a consultation.

  

TMJ (TMD) TREATMENT 

Temporomandibular Joint Symptoms radiate from the jaw joint and is often caused by misalignment of the teeth or a poor bite relationship.

Symptoms include:

  • Headaches, especially when awakening

  • Awareness of night time grinding

  • Sore jaw muscles

  • Neck & Should pain

  • Tired jaws after eating tough foods or after laughing

  • Inability to open wide

  • Clicking

  • Locked jaw at times

  • Pain behind the eyes

  • Always taking Tylenol or other pain killers to get through the day

  • Depression

  • Discomfort that interferes with daily life

These symptoms are often related to a jaw injured during sports or an accident.  At other times, there seem to be no good reasons.

Missing teeth for a long period of time leading to a poor bite also put additional strain on the jaw joint and muscles.  Misaligned teeth, deep bites or teeth slanting backwards may be considered culprits.

Treatment usually involves correcting the pain condition with bite splints (almost invisible), bite adjustments and sometimes orthodontics.

If there are missing teeth, it is imperative that the teeth be replaced to maintain the health jaw.

Can all patients be corrected?
The answer is 'no', but most patients can see a major difference and a change in their lives free from major TMJ discomfort.

You may call for a 
free cursory examination
and ask questions about your possible TMJ.  If you do not have a recent panoramic X-ray, there would be a fee for the X-ray.  If you decide to continue treatment, a complete examination would be scheduled followed by a consultation.

          

     

           

 

 

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