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Full Mouth Rehabilitation
Full mouth rehabilitation rebuilds worn, broken or failing teeth as one plan. We plan the bite first and work in phases, with temporary teeth in between.
Full mouth rehabilitation is one treatment plan for the whole mouth, rather than fixing one tooth after another. It is used when many teeth are worn, broken, decayed, or covered with old crowns and bridges that no longer fit well.
At our Malad West clinic, our dentists plan these cases together, from the bite to the final shade. The bite is planned first, because crowns that look right but meet wrongly can fail early.
The mouth is rebuilt in a set order. Infection and gum problems are treated first, then the bite is settled, then the final crowns and bridges are made.
When full mouth rehabilitation can help
- Several old crowns or bridges that are cracked, loose or leaking
- A dark line at the gum edge where metal shows through old crowns
- Teeth worn short from grinding or acid
- Many broken or heavily filled teeth
- Jaw tiredness or pain, or a bite that feels uneven
- Missing teeth along with damaged ones, where each fix would clash with the next
Your options
Zirconia crowns and bridges
Metal-free throughout, strong, and suited to back teeth and long spans. The edges stay tooth-coloured at the gum. We used this in two full mouth cases, replacing old metal-ceramic work.
E-max for the front teeth
A ceramic with a more natural, translucent look than zirconia. We use it on laminates and front crowns where appearance matters most, and sometimes layer it over a zirconia frame.
Implants within the plan
Where teeth are missing, implants may replace them as part of the rebuild. This adds healing time before the final crowns can be made.
What happens, step by step
- 1
Full examination and records
We take X-rays, photographs and impressions or scans, and look at the gums, the bite and the jaw joints. We go through the plan and the order of work with you, and you can ask for it in writing.
A wax model of a full set of planned teeth on plaster casts of the jaws. A model like this lets you and the dentist check shape and bite before any final work is made. Photo: AmirAttallah, Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0), cropped - 2
Disease control and preparation
Decay, infection and gum problems are treated first. Root canals are done where needed. Teeth are then prepared for crowns, and temporaries are fitted so that you can eat and smile while the lab works.
- 3
Trial period with temporaries
You wear the temporaries for a time while we check the bite, speech and appearance. Changes are easy to make at this stage. The final design is fixed only when you and the dentist agree on it.
- 4
Final crowns and bridges
The final ceramic work is fitted and the bite checked again. We review you after a few weeks and see you for regular checks.
From our case studies
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Akhilesh flew in from Hong Kong to replace his old crowns
Full mouth rehabilitation: all porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns replaced with zirconia crowns
Sangita's old bridgework had reached its end
Full mouth zirconia crowns and bridges
Papori's upper and lower teeth needed different work
6 upper E-max laminates, 6 lower zirconia crowns, and a root canal with a gold post and core on one lower tooth
Real cases from our clinic, shared with each patient's consent. Results differ from person to person.
After treatment
- Brush twice a day and floss or use interdental brushes around every crown and bridge.
- Wear a night guard if we advise one, to protect the new ceramic from grinding.
- Avoid chewing ice, hard sweets or bones with the new teeth.
- Expect some sensitivity and a changed feel to the bite for a few days. Report anything that stays.
- Come every six months so we can check the margins and bite.
When we suggest something else
Not every worn mouth needs a full rebuild. If only a few teeth are failing, treating those alone is simpler, cheaper and keeps more natural tooth. We say so when it applies.
If your teeth are mostly sound and straight but stained, whitening and a few laminates may be all that is needed. If gum disease or uncontrolled decay is active, we treat that first and decide about a rebuild afterwards. When teeth are missing, a plan with implants, a bridge or dentures may suit better than crowns alone.
Cost
What changes the cost
- The number of teeth that need crowns or bridges
- The material: zirconia, E-max or a mix
- Whether root canals, implants or gum treatment come first
- The number of visits and temporary stages
- Whether a night guard is required
Visit us for a detailed quote. We examine your teeth and give you a written estimate before any treatment starts.
Who treats you
- Dr. (Lt.Col) Suresh Isawe, Founder & Senior Surgeon (BDS (Mumbai, 1981), PGDPC, MIAO (USA))
Questions patients ask
Why does full mouth rehabilitation take so many visits?
Each stage has to finish before the next can start. Infection is treated first, then teeth are prepared, then the lab makes the crowns. We also trial the bite in temporaries before making the final ones.
Is full mouth rehabilitation painful?
Treatment is done under local anaesthesia, so you usually feel pressure rather than pain. Teeth can feel sore or sensitive for a few days after each stage.
Will I have teeth during treatment?
Yes. Temporary crowns or bridges are fitted when teeth are prepared. They are not as strong as the final ones, so we advise a softer diet.
Can I travel from another city or country for this?
Yes, some patients do. Akhilesh flew in from Hong Kong to replace his crowns. Ask us before you book travel how many trips your plan is likely to need.
How long will the new crowns last?
It depends on your bite, your cleaning and whether you grind. Ceramic crowns often last ten years or more, but we cannot give a fixed number.
Why replace old crowns that are still in place?
Old metal-ceramic crowns can show a dark edge at the gum, leak at the margins or crack. Akhilesh's old metal-ceramic crowns showed a dark line along the gums, and we replaced them all with zirconia, which has no metal in it. We only suggest replacement when there is a reason.
Typical Duration
Several visits over weeks to a few months, depending on the plan
Visit Us in Malad West
A-102, Marve Link Appt., 1st Floor, Marve Road, Mith Chowky, Malad (W), Mumbai 400064
- Monday – Saturday: 10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed