Will Full Mouth Reconstruction Fix Biting Issues?

08/29/2024 by admin in Orthodontics, Restorative Dentistry

There are a number of biting issues that can make it difficult to eat, speak, or simply live without pain. Malocclusion — which refers to a poor bite — can impact your appearance, negatively affect your facial shape, and even cause symptoms related to TMJ disorder. If you have multiple issues with your oral health, smile, and/or bite, your dentist may suggest treating your concerns with full mouth rehabilitation. Personalized according to your unique needs and goals, full mouth reconstruction combines multiple treatments to alleviate pain, repair damage, and rebuild your smile. This can be ideal for patients who have several concerns with function or aesthetics. On the other hand, orthodontics may be enough to achieve proper occlusion if a misaligned bite is your only concern. 

Whether Invisalign^® or a full mouth rehabilitation is the right solution for you, these services can address a broad range of biting issues, including: 

• Open bite
• Crossbite
• Underbite
• Overbite
• Crowding
• Spacing
• Protrusion
• Jaw joint dysfunction (TMD) 

In addition to traditional orthodontic issues usually fixed with Invisalign^® aligners or braces, our dental team can also treat the symptoms of TMJ disorder. Characterized by improper function of the jaw (temporomandibular) joints, TMJ disorder can cause headaches, a ringing in the ears, and pain in the neck and shoulders, among other symptoms. Our team is committed to finding the best possible approach for your goals and the unique positioning of your jaw/bite.  

Dysfunction in your teeth or bite can be treated with a number of restorative dentistry techniques, which is why our multispecialty team prides itself on offering San Diego patients an all-encompassing home for all of their dental needs. Contact Scripps Center for Dental Care today for more information about our services, or to book a consultation at our La Jolla practice. 

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