Explore the emotional impact of full mouth reconstruction and how it transforms lives by restoring confidence, function, and a beautiful smile.

The U.S. CDC reports that over 10% of adults 65 to 74 and nearly 20% of seniors 75+ no longer have natural teeth. Many younger people are also missing at least one of their pearly whites.

If you're in the same boat, know that full mouth reconstruction is one of your best treatment options. With this, you can recover your glorious smile and oral function. It can transform your life and bring a wealth of emotional benefits.



So, join us today at The Tabas Center for Advanced Dentistry, our dental office in Philadelphia, PA, as we delve into how full mouth reconstruction benefits patients' emotional well-being and overall quality of life.

Have More Self-Esteem

Self-esteem is how people perceive and value themselves. Individuals with high self-esteem think positively about their characteristics and qualities. Conversely, those who think negatively of themselves have low self-esteem.

According to Verywell Health, higher self-esteem positively influences mental health, while lower levels show an association with mental health conditions like depression.

Since self-esteem stems from self-perceptions, one's appearance can impact it.

For example, if you're missing one or more of your teeth, you may feel dissatisfied with:

• Your smile
• Your oral health
• Your overall quality of life

You're not alone; an investigation published In PubMed Central found an association between depression and tooth loss. The researchers say people with depression are more likely to be toothless.



Full mouth reconstructions are transformative dental procedures since they can replace all missing teeth. With all lost teeth replaced with high-quality dental implants, you can have a more dazzling smile without gaps that you may feel overly conscious of.

Restore Your Biting and Chewing Power

Full mouth reconstruction involves using high-quality tooth implants. They are life-changing dental treatments as they restore optimal mouth functions, including the ability to masticate (bite and chew).

Being able to bite and chew better without fear of the replacement teeth falling out (as is sometimes the case with poor-fitting dentures) is one of the top benefits of dental implants. You don't have to worry about this issue because your dentist will surgically place the implants, which act as replacement tooth roots, into your jawbone. 

The jawbone then fuses with the implants after the surgical dental implantation. The medical term for this fusion is "osseointegration."

Your dentist will then attach your chosen prosthesis (the visible part of the restoration) to the dental implants via an abutment. Your options include: 



• Crowns
• Bridges
• Implant-supported dentures 

Regardless of your choice, your dentist in Philadelphia will permanently affix the prosthesis during the dental implant process. So, unlike traditional dentures, you can rest assured your new teeth will always be in place, letting you enjoy your favorite foods once more.

Eating Well Means a Happier You

The happiness from being able to eat well is another positive emotional impact of dental work through full mouth reconstruction.

Eating well delivers adequate nutrients to the body. Nutritious foods help boost oral health and overall well-being, which can improve mood. 



By contrast, you're more likely to feel unhappy if you must restrict your diet due to missing teeth. Moreover, being unable to eat well can deprive you of essential nutrients. It can put you at risk of undernutrition and more health problems.

Enjoy More Socialization

Improving emotional health with dentistry is possible because treatments like full mouth reconstruction and dental implant placement can help you become more confident in social settings.

After all, when you have a beautiful, fully functional smile, you're more likely to engage in conversations and social activities. You won't have to worry about people noticing you're wearing dental prostheses, either, as the best types of dental implants look very much like natural teeth.



Regular engagement with others is crucial to emotional and mental health because it fosters a sense of connection and belonging. It helps minimize the risks of social isolation and loneliness.

Better Speaking Ability

Say goodbye to speech problems like lisping when you get full mouth reconstruction from your South Philadelphia implant dentist. Aside from lisps, permanently and securely placed tooth implants can address many other speech woes caused by missing teeth, such as:



• Whistling sounds
• Slurred speech
• Difficulty pronouncing sounds

You'll also enjoy improved articulation and enunciation once your new dental implants are in place. All these benefits can further boost your confidence, especially in social settings.

Keep Facial Structures in Place

A reputable dentist will always discuss all suitable options (and their perks and cons) during your full mouth reconstruction and dental implant consultation. For example, they'll likely explain traditional dentures.

Removable traditional dentures are still popular tooth replacement options because their price tags are more affordable than the cost of dental implants.

However, removable dentures are superficial and don't stimulate the jawbone. But dental implants from a highly skilled South Philadelphia dentist do.

Jawbone stimulation matters because the bone will resorb (melt away) without it. If this happens, unwanted and unpleasant permanent changes to the face can occur, such as:



• A sunken appearance
• Wrinkles around the mouth
• Inward sinking of the lips

Your dentist can prevent such risks with correctly placed dental implants. Knowing that you can avert such permanent changes to your facial structure can help you rest easy and make you less anxious about the many years to come.

Long-Term Peace of Mind

Osseointegration allows dental implants to be long-term tooth replacement solutions. Indeed, when properly placed and cared for, implants can last for at least 25 years!

So, with dental implants from your highly reputable and experienced implant dentist in South Philadelphia, you can enjoy more peace of mind. Knowing that your smile can last for decades can do your emotional health a lot of good.

Just remember that you should still do your part to care for your new implants, such as:

• Brushing twice daily
• Flossing once daily
• Getting regular dental check-ups

Ready to Explore Full Mouth Reconstruction?

Full mouth reconstruction brings numerous emotional perks, from boosting self-esteem to enhancing confidence in social settings. Plus, it can help you speak and eat better! 



If you're ready to explore all those benefits, we encourage you to book a consultation with The Tabas Center for Advanced Dentistry. Our good dentist, Dr. Norman Tabas, has served South Philly for over 30 years and has nearly two decades of implant expertise.