Your Brief Guide to Recovering After a Full Mouth Restoration

Undergoing a full mouth restoration is a big step toward rebuilding not only your smile but also your oral health and overall confidence! Because this treatment normally combines several restorative procedures, including things like bridges and crowns, tooth extractions, root canal therapy, or even dental implants, it’s natural to wonder what the recovery process will look like. Here’s a brief overview of what to expect immediately following your treatment(s), as well as some tips to help ensure a smooth healing period.

What to Expect After a Full Mouth Restoration

Depending on the treatments you receive, you may experience some swelling and tenderness in the first few days, as well as minor bleeding. Note that you should not experience any outright pain. Patients who undergo procedures like dental implant placement or tooth extractions will have more healing to do compared to those who only receive minor work, like single crowns or fillings.

Similarly, for patients who’ve had their teeth restored, it might take some time to adjust to chewing comfortably and speaking clearly again as you heal up. It’s also important to note that in many cases, full mouth reconstruction takes place in stages, but your dentist will guide you through each step and let you know specifically what to expect and how to handle it.

Tips for Successfully Navigating the Healing Period

Your dentist will also provide you with specific guidelines to follow during your recovery, but some other tips to keep in mind include:

• Stick to soft foods and liquids for the first few days since your mouth might be sensitive. This reduces strain on your healing teeth and gums.
• You can manage any swelling and discomfort with cold compresses and taking over-the-counter or prescribed pain medications as instructed.
• Practice gentle but diligent oral care using a soft-bristled toothbrush and rinse your mouth as recommended.
• Avoid tobacco and alcohol since both can slow down the healing process and increase the risk of complications.
• Refrain from physical activity and exercise for a few days; let your body focus on resting.
• Keep up with any follow-up visits scheduled at your dentist’s office so they can ensure things are healing as expected and let them know if you experience any severe or lasting symptoms.

Recovering from a full mouth restoration takes a little patience and careful consideration, but the payoff is worth it—your smile will look, feel, and function at its absolute best!

About the Practice

Under the talented leadership of Dr. Drew Beaty and Dr. Brandon Walker, our team has proudly served the dental needs of patients and families in Federal Way and the surrounding area for several years. We offer a wide range of services, including full mouth restoration for patients with multiple or complex needs—just speak with us about your smile goals! If you have any questions about the blog or you’d like to get in touch with us to schedule an appointment, please reach out online or call today for more information or assistance. Telephone: (253) 839-6544.