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Full-mouth rehabilitation · Orem, Utah
Full-mouth rehabilitation, rebuilt in one plan.
Full-mouth rehabilitation is the rebuilding of most or all of the teeth in one coordinated plan, instead of a series of separate repairs. When teeth are worn, broken, or failing across the mouth, treating them together is usually what makes the result last.
What is full-mouth rehabilitation?
Full-mouth rehabilitation, also called full-mouth reconstruction, rebuilds most or all of your teeth in one planned sequence. At Christensen Prosthodontics in Orem, a prosthodontist designs your finished bite first, then restores teeth with crowns, bridges, implants, or dentures.
Why it matters
When one decision affects the whole bite, the plan matters as much as the procedure.
Request a consultationIs full-mouth rehabilitation what you actually need?
Not everyone with several dental problems needs a full-mouth plan. The question is whether the problems share a cause. If they do, treating them together is usually what makes the result last. These are the patterns that point that way.
- Teeth across your mouth are worn short, flattened, or chipping.
- Dental work keeps breaking, loosening, or needing repair.
- You have lost several teeth in different parts of the mouth.
- Your jaw muscles ache, or your bite feels like it has changed.
- You avoid chewing on one side, or avoid certain foods altogether.
- You have been told you need a lot of work, and you want one plan instead of a list.
The pathway
How does a full-mouth plan come together?
This is deliberate work. The planning stage is longer than most people expect, and that is exactly why the result holds.
1
Consultation
We listen to the history first, including what has already been tried. Then we examine your teeth, gums, bite, and jaw joints, and take the records we need.
2
Diagnosis and design
We work out why things are failing, not just what is failing, and design the finished bite before any tooth is touched.
3
Written plan and sequence
You receive the plan in writing, in phases, with the order, the timeline, and the cost. You decide what to do and when, and phases can be spread out.
4
Foundation first
Anything that threatens the result comes first, such as gum health, teeth that cannot be saved, or implants that need time to heal.
5
Rebuilding
Crowns, bridges, implants, and dentures are placed in the planned sequence, testing the new bite along the way rather than at the end.
6
Maintenance
We review the result, protect it, often with a night guard, and set a rhythm for keeping an eye on it. Work this size is meant to be maintained, not redone.
Compare approaches
One plan, or repairs one at a time?
When problems share a cause, the approach decides how long the result lasts.
| Approach | Starts from | Deals with the cause? | Timing | Often a fit when |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-mouth rehabilitation | The finished bite, designed first | Yes: wear, grinding, and bite changes are planned for | Phased, with the order, timeline, and cost in writing | Many worn, broken, or missing teeth with a shared cause |
| Tooth-by-tooth repair | The tooth that hurts today | Often not | Visit by visit, as problems appear | One or two problem teeth |
| Full dentures | Replacing all teeth in an arch | Replaces teeth instead of rebuilding them | Usually fewer phases | Most teeth cannot be saved |
A word about time
This is not a weekend project.
A full-mouth rehabilitation usually runs over months rather than weeks, and the exact length depends on healing, on how many phases there are, and on the pace you choose. Some patients complete it in stages over a year or more, for practical and financial reasons. That is a normal way to do it.
What does not change is the order. The plan comes first, and every phase is built to fit the one after it. If you are weighing whether a specialist is the right call, the American College of Prosthodontists explains why patients are referred to a prosthodontist.
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Key terms
Words you may hear at your consultation
- Full-mouth reconstruction
- Another name for full-mouth rehabilitation: rebuilding most or all teeth in one coordinated plan.
- Occlusion
- How your upper and lower teeth meet when you bite. It guides every crown, bridge, and denture in the plan.
- Vertical dimension
- The height between your upper and lower jaws when your teeth are together. Heavy wear can reduce it.
- Bruxism
- Grinding or clenching the teeth, often during sleep. A common cause of wear across many teeth.
- Provisional restorations
- Temporary crowns or bridges used to test the new bite and look before the final work.
- Night guard
- A custom appliance worn during sleep to protect teeth and dental work from grinding.
Common questions
Questions about full-mouth rehabilitation
What is a full-mouth rehabilitation?
It is the rebuilding of most or all of the teeth in one coordinated plan, rather than as separate repairs. It can combine crowns, bridges, implants, and dentures, and it is designed around your bite so the finished result works as a whole. At Christensen Prosthodontics in Orem, Utah, this work is planned and delivered by prosthodontists.
How long does full-mouth rehabilitation take?
Most cases run over several months, and some are deliberately spread across a year or more in phases. The length depends on healing time, whether implants or extractions are involved, and the pace you choose. Your written plan lays out the sequence and the expected timeline before you begin.
How much does full-mouth rehabilitation cost in Orem, Utah?
The cost varies a great deal, because no two mouths need the same combination of treatment. We do not quote a figure before examining you. After your consultation you receive a written plan with the cost broken out by phase, which also makes it easier to spread treatment over time.
Does insurance cover full-mouth rehabilitation?
Dental plans commonly cover parts of the work, such as individual crowns or extractions, while yearly maximums mean a plan of this size usually exceeds what insurance pays in a single year. Phasing treatment across benefit years can help, and we go through the details with you before you commit.
Will my teeth look natural afterward?
That is the goal, and it is planned rather than left to chance. The shape, length, and color of the teeth are designed before the final restorations are made, and you approve the appearance along the way.
Do I need a referral for full-mouth rehabilitation?
No. You do not need a referral to see a prosthodontist at Christensen Prosthodontics in Orem, Utah. Many patients are referred by their dentist, and many reach out on their own. Call (801) 226-6565 or request a consultation.
What happens after my treatment is finished?
Follow-up is part of the plan. We check how everything fits and functions, make adjustments when needed, and explain how to care for your work at home. Ask at your consultation what follow-up looks like for your treatment.
Is full-mouth reconstruction the same as full-mouth rehabilitation?
Yes. Both names describe rebuilding most or all of the teeth in one coordinated plan. Prosthodontists often say rehabilitation because the goal is how your teeth work, not only how they look.
Is full-mouth rehabilitation the same as a smile makeover?
No. A smile makeover mainly changes how teeth look. Full-mouth rehabilitation rebuilds how the teeth fit, bite, and work, and the appearance improves as part of that plan.
Can full-mouth rehabilitation be done in phases?
Yes. Your written plan is split into phases, each with its order, timeline, and cost. Foundation work comes first, and later phases can be spread out.
How do I protect a full-mouth rehabilitation if I grind my teeth?
Grinding is a common cause of heavy wear. A night guard is often part of the plan, and regular checkups let us watch the bite and the new work over time.
When is the office open?
Christensen Prosthodontics is open Monday to Thursday, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and closed Friday through Sunday. Call (801) 226-6565 or request a consultation online and we will reply within one business day.
What if I need to reschedule?
Just call the office as early as you can and we'll find a new time. We know plans change, and we'll work with you.
Related care pathways
What a full-mouth plan may include
Full-mouth rehabilitation is not a single procedure. It is these pieces, arranged in the right order.
Crowns and bridges
Rebuilding worn or broken teeth and closing smaller gaps.
See the pathwayDentures
Full, partial, and implant-supported options where teeth cannot be saved.
See the pathwayA clearer path forward
One conversation, then a plan.
You do not have to decide anything at the consultation. You will leave understanding what is happening in your mouth and what the options are.