Dental Reconstruction

When teeth have been lost or are severely worn down, broken or decayed, the impact on an individual is much greater than the problem of just simply not having pretty teeth. Multiple missing or damaged teeth will change a person’s bite—in other words, their jaws may not meet in the right way anymore. This misalignment can stress the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and cause head, neck, face and shoulder pain, headaches, migraines and many other symptoms. 

Badly damaged teeth can also prevent a person from being able to each his favorite foods—or any chewy food at all. When a person’s teeth hurt while eating, he may stop eating nourishing foods. His nutrition suffers and this can affect his overall health. 

And, of course, it affects a person’s mood when one doesn’t want to show their teeth in a smile or while laughing because they think they are ugly. Dental reconstruction can put the light back in their eyes and a big smile on their faces. 

Any of the restorative or cosmetic services Dr. Bernard Lynch offers may be brought into play during a dental reconstruction. 

• Missing teeth can be replaced with bridges, dental implants, and partial or complete dentures. 
• If some teeth are chipped, broken or worn, they may be treated with dental bonding, veneers or crowns, depending on the degree of damage. 
• Decayed teeth will be repaired with tooth-colored fillings unless the damage was too extensive, in which case inlays, onlays or crowns may be recommended. 
• Bone loss causing teeth to become loose can be treated with bone grafts to build up mass again. 
• Any gum disease will also need to be treated to give the teeth strong support and a healthy environment. 

You’ll find that Dr. Lynch has a different philosophy than other dentists. He wants you to be able to communicate to him and wants you to understand your treatment choices and the procedures you will experience. His staff is also alert to your needs. 

A dental reconstruction is a major project and Dr. Lynch and his staff will be there to help you stay as comfortable as possible throughout the entire procedure.

It’s vital for a person going through dental reconstruction to know how to care for their teeth afterwards. Whether the cause of the damage was genetic or neglect, good daily care and regular visits to our office for cleanings and examinations will keep the restorations healthy and help them last a very long time. 

If you need major dental work, but don’t know where to start, consult with Dr. Lynch at Dental Care Burke. Dr. Lynch is interested in your health, your appearance and the proper functioning of your jaw, teeth and the surrounding structures. Get started on your dental reconstruction today by calling 703-596-1555.