What is full mouth reconstruction?

“Full mouth reconstruction”  or “Full Mouth Restoration”  implies rebuilding the entire area, in other words, replacing all teeth in a patient’s mouth with the purpose of eliminating tooth decay or infections, replacing missing pieces, correcting improper bite that affects the quality of life, but in general with the objective of improving overall oral health and the patient’s comfort.

It is a complex procedure that requires the involvement of several dental specialists and careful work.

There are several reasons why many people are opting to have full mouth reconstruction procedures in Costa Rica:

1. Cost: This is probably the main but not the only reason why more and more people choose to have their dental procedures done in Costa Rica, this is especially true in the case of complex procedures like Full Mouth Reconstruction which is as much as 75% cheaper in Costa Rica than in the United States.

2. Quality: Reputable Clinics in Costa Rica offer the same level of service that can be found in US clinics, or even better, excellent certified professionals, the latest technology and the highest quality materials. Dental professionals will first evaluate each patient carefully to confirm if full mouth reconstruction is the best alternative, they will then go over the steps of the procedure, answer all questions a patient may have and create a schedule and plan that is convenient for the patient.

3. Service: Most Clinics in Costa Rica have English speaking professionals that can help answer all questions the patient’s may have in a clear and concise manner. (We do not recommend a complex surgery with a dentist or surgeon who you cannot clearly communicate with)

4. Financing options: Because Full Mouth Reconstruction is a lengthy and expensive procedure, high quality clinics like Flikier Dental Institute can help patients organize their budget by making payment plans, not only will patients save a large sum of money but they will be able to make payments which makes it accessible for many patients that otherwise could not get this procedure done.

5. Vacation + New Smile: Costa Rica is one of the most popular destinations for American tourists, its the perfect place to escape from the winter months, it offers different options for different types of travelers, those who prefer the beaches, those that are in search for adventure and those that want to relax and enjoy nature. Taking a dream vacation while also having the possibility of improving your oral health is certainly a good plan, and you can do both and still save significant money when you compare it to what a full mouth reconstruction treatment would cost in the U.S.

It is important, however, for patients that need a full mouth reconstruction procedure to do some research an choose a dental clinic and doctor in Costa Rica that comply with all standards and offer guarantee over their work. Request information from the clinic to ensure they have a “Real Lifetime Warranty “, many clinics say that they do but only a very select few will truly back up their claim and be there if there is any type of  issue after the treatment.  (This is VERY important)