FAQ

A full-mouth restoration is the replacement and rebuilding of any teeth in the mouth that are heavily decayed, broken, or missing. It will help restore the mouth’s health and function and give you a beautiful smile. There are many treatments available to patients, and reading about the process and what is available is helpful.

A full-mouth restoration may include one or more procedures, and the length of time it takes will vary from patient to patient. Common procedures in a full mouth reconstruction include gum treatment, tooth extractions, implants, and more, all of which can be done at Winterset Dental Care.

After about a two-week adjustment period, you will be able to talk and eat as normally as you did before. Dentures sit differently in your mouth than natural teeth, so it may take some practice to get used to them.

Dentures feel very normal, but they may take some getting used to at first. Denture wearers should expect a few weeks of adjustment before feeling comfortable with their new teeth.

It is very difficult to tell that you are wearing dentures, as they are designed to fit your mouth and resemble your natural teeth. The only time someone may be able to tell you are wearing dentures is if the fit is wrong or there is staining.

Both oral and IV sedation reduce anxiety and help ease patients into a state of relaxation for comfortable dental care. Oral medications are taken by mouth, usually 1 hour before the appointment, and are highly effective for simple dental procedures, such as cleanings, cavities and root canals. IV (Intravenous) sedation requires an experienced dentist to place an IV line in a vein and provides a deeper relaxation for more extensive dental care requiring longer appointments.

It is very difficult to tell whether someone is wearing dentures, as they are designed to fit your mouth and resemble your natural teeth. The only time someone may be able to tell you are wearing dentures is if the fit is wrong or there is staining.

Dentures are the most affordable method to replace a full set of teeth. Winterset Dental offers partial and complete dentures, as well as Snap-In Implant Supported Dentures and other Implant Denture Options. Both oral and IV sedation reduce anxiety and help ease patients into a state of relaxation for comfortable dental care. Oral medications are taken by mouth, usually 1 hour before the appointment, and are highly effective for simple dental procedures, such as cleanings, cavities and root canals. IV (Intravenous) sedation requires an experienced dentist to place an IV line in a vein and provides a deeper relaxation for more extensive dental care requiring longer appointments.

The best way to find out which option is best for you is to schedule a Free New Patient Consultation with us so that the doctors can examine your teeth and discuss the different options available to you.

The All-on-4® Dental Implants procedure gives you permanent new teeth that can last a lifetime with proper oral care.

After the All-on-4 ® Dental Implants procedure, you may experience some swelling and discomfort for 3–5 days. A week post-surgery, most patients report feeling little to no pain. Your jawbone and gums may take up to 6 months to completely heal.

All-on-4 ® Dental Implants permanently stay in place, so they are unlikely to affect speech patterns and natural voice. After a short adjustment period, they should look, feel, and function like your natural teeth.

A dental implant is an artificial tooth root made of titanium. It is placed in the jawbone, and a crown, dental bridge, or denture is attached.

Most patients report little to no discomfort. Often, they return to work and daily activities the next day. The doctors are committed to patient comfort and offer IV and deep sedation, as needed. There may be swelling and discomfort for 3–5 days. A week post-surgery, most patients report feeling little to no pain. Your jawbone and gums may take up to 6 months to completely heal.

For a healthy individual with good oral hygiene and overall good health, dental implants have a predictable success rate of over 95 percent.

The teeth attached to dental implants are designed using only high-quality materials that look, feel and function like natural teeth.

Anyone who is generally in good oral health and has an adequate jawbone to support the implant is a good candidate for dental implants. The best candidates for implants are those who maintain regular and thorough oral hygiene routines and visit their dentist regularly.

Depending on your insurance provider, dental implants may be covered. The best way to determine if you are covered is to contact your dental or medical insurance provider to confirm.

Because dental implants are one of the most effective and reliable treatment options to replace missing teeth, they are very common in the United States.