What Does Dental Reconstruction Involve? Steps to Follow

We will define dental reconstruction as the process whose main objective is to recover the anatomy of the tooth. This process is usually necessary due to caries or dental trauma.

The concept of reconstruction should not be distinguished from that of obturation, since the latter is a simple process used to fill a hole produced by a small cavity, while reconstruction involves more arduous and complex work.

In What Cases is Reconstruction Needed?

One of the most common cases requiring reconstruction is after an endodontic treatment. We are talking about a very common process nowadays and consists of the extraction of the necrotic dental nerve and the subsequent sealing of the ducts that join the root with the tooth.

Thanks to dental reconstruction we will make the tooth more resistant and we will improve both the esthetics and the functionality of the dental piece.

One of the main reasons why the demand for this treatment has grown considerably is due to the importance of dental aesthetics nowadays, with dental reconstruction being one of the best options available to us.

Types of Dental Reconstructions

Depending on the needs of each patient, we will be talking about different types of dental reconstructions. That is, restoring an incisor for aesthetic reasons is not the same as restoring a molar after a root canal treatment.

First of all, we will mention the use of composite to carry out small dental reconstructions that, in most cases, have the main objective of improving the esthetics and functionality of the patient’s teeth.

We are talking about the same material (composite resin) that is used in a filling. Among the main characteristics offered by the composite, we can highlight that it is a material that respects the esthetics because the result is very natural. In addition, it offers good resistance and will allow us to carry out all kinds of actions such as, for example, chewing.

We are now talking about dental veneers, one of the most demanded types of dental reconstruction nowadays. Veneers have a purely esthetic function, so they are bonded to the teeth that are visible when smiling.

They are small composite or porcelain sheets, which have the function of modifying the shape, color or position of the tooth, being one of the most recommended esthetic alternatives that we have at our disposal.

Dental Reconstruction with Post and Crown

We have previously mentioned that one of the most common varieties of dental reconstruction is performed after a root canal.

In this case, the objective is to reinforce the tooth, since after the intervention the tooth structure is insufficient and does not offer guarantees to support the crown. In this way, the crown or sleeve will be placed on a bolt or a fiberglass post, achieving the necessary fastening to guarantee the durability of the crown.

This type of reconstruction is very common nowadays, and it is expected that many people will continue to improve their oral aesthetics and functionality through this process.

Finally, we will talk about dental inlays as another of the possibilities offered by the reconstruction sector. This is a minimally invasive procedure that is performed on molars that have lost a large part of their dental structure.

However, in order to carry out this treatment, the patient must meet a series of requirements, such as maintaining the normal anatomical shape of the tooth and not suffering from any dental disease such as caries or gingivitis.

Regarding the process, it should be noted that a custom-made piece for the reconstruction is previously designed and cemented to the tooth, with composite and porcelain being the most common materials for inlays.

In conclusion, we can determine that dental reconstructions are a common reason why we go to the dentist, being one of the best alternatives we have at our disposal when it comes to improving both the esthetics and the functionality of our teeth.

In addition, it should be noted that these are relatively simple and painless treatments, which is another reason why it is a highly demanded procedure nowadays.

This post is purely informational and does not replace a consultation with the dentist in any way. Contact the smile agents team to schedule an appointment with one of the dentists at Smilers Dental Clinic.