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Full mouth rehabilitation: function and aesthetics in one plan
Full mouth dental rehabilitation is a comprehensive, personalized process that combines function and aesthetics, adapted to the condition of each patient's teeth, gums and jaws.
At Dr Haim Aseriel's dental clinic in Jerusalem, the rehabilitation plan is built together with the clinic's dental team. The approach is based on preserving natural teeth as much as possible and on quality materials. The consultation can be held entirely in English, and at the end of it you receive a detailed, personalized written treatment plan.
What is full mouth rehabilitation, and who needs it?
Full mouth rehabilitation (also called complete oral rehabilitation) suits anyone with one of the clinical situations listed below, and tooth loss is especially common later in life.
23%
of adults aged 60 and over have lost all their teeth
According to the World Health Organization's Global Oral Health Status Report (WHO, 2022), about 23% of people aged 60 and over have lost all their natural teeth, which shows how widespread the need for rehabilitation is.
Signs that you may need full mouth rehab
Several clinical situations justify a comprehensive rehabilitation plan. They are assessed with a clinical examination and X-rays, and sometimes a digital scan of the mouth.
A gap changes the bite, lets neighboring teeth drift and leads to loss of bone in the area.
Teeth grinding, or bruxism, gradually shortens the teeth.
Decay that has destroyed much of the tooth structure, which then needs a crown, an onlay or a veneer.
Gum recession and loss of the bone that supports the teeth.
Color, shape or alignment problems that affect the appearance of the smile.
The stages of full mouth rehabilitation
Full mouth rehabilitation follows stages planned in advance, from a thorough diagnosis to completion and follow-up.
Complete examination
The first stage is a complete examination: clinical exam, panoramic X-ray and a CT scan when needed, and sometimes a digital scan.
Treating the underlying problems
The second stage deals with the underlying problems: gum disease (periodontitis), root canal treatment and unavoidable extractions.
Prosthetic rehabilitation
Only once the gums and tissues are stable does the prosthetic stage begin: crowns, bridges, implants or dentures.
In practice, most rehabilitation plans take from several weeks to several months, depending on the complexity of the case and the number of teeth that need treatment.
Treatments used in full mouth rehabilitation
Full mouth rehabilitation draws on a range of treatments, and the right combination depends on each patient's needs. The dentist chooses the solution according to the condition of the teeth, the bone and the soft tissues.
- Dental implants: a fixed solution for missing teeth; according to a meta-analysis, about 96% of dental implants survived 10 years (Howe et al., Journal of Dentistry, 2019).
- Dental crowns: restore a damaged tooth with a zirconia or E-MAX crown; for smaller defects, inlays and onlays preserve more tooth structure.
- Dental bridge: a fixed solution for one or more missing teeth, supported by the neighboring teeth.
- Porcelain veneers: aesthetic and structural improvement without removing much tooth structure.
- Dentures: a solution for extensive tooth loss, fixed on implants or removable.
Rehabilitation with dental crowns
Dental crowns are the basis of rehabilitation for individual teeth; they are made of zirconia, E-MAX (lithium disilicate) or porcelain fused to metal, among other materials.
A crown is placed on a tooth weakened by decay, a fracture, root canal treatment or wear, including in front teeth restoration.
Case from the clinic
A 42-year-old woman received a zirconia crown on a front tooth after root canal treatment, matched in shade and shape to the neighboring teeth.
Rehabilitation with dental implants
An overall survival rate of 97.79% was measured in a large Israeli database (Maccabi Dent) covering 158,824 implants placed in 54,210 patients between 2014 and 2022 (Tobias et al., Journal of Functional Biomaterials, 2025).
158,824
- implants
54,210
- patients, 2014 to 2022
A dental implant replaces the root of the natural tooth and provides a stable anchor for a fixed crown. Unlike a traditional bridge, an implant does not involve the neighboring teeth and helps preserve the bone in the area. Inflammation around implants is common, however: according to a systematic review, inflammation of the soft tissue around the implant (peri-implant mucositis) was found on average in about 43% of patients, and peri-implantitis, which involves bone loss, in about 22% (Derks & Tomasi, Journal of Clinical Periodontology, 2015). Implants therefore need regular check-ups and meticulous oral hygiene.
When all the teeth in a jaw are missing, a fixed bridge can be anchored on four implants with the All-on-4 technique, and suitable patients can receive teeth on the day of surgery with same-day dental implants. Both treatments are done at the clinic under local anesthesia.
Rehabilitation with dentures
Dentures address extensive tooth loss and improve chewing, appearance and quality of life.
A complete denture replaces all the teeth in a jaw, while a partial denture is suitable for partial tooth loss; a flipper is a light partial denture usually used as a temporary solution. The choice is made after a full clinical assessment. For older patients, our page on dental care for seniors explains what Israel's health basket covers from age 72.
Fixed or removable rehabilitation: what is the difference?
The answer depends on how many teeth are missing, how much bone there is, and the condition of the gums.
In a large Israeli health-fund database, fixed restorations (crowns and bridges) accounted for 96.1% of all restorations placed on implants (Tobias et al., Journal of Functional Biomaterials, 2025).
Fixed rehabilitation is preferred when there is enough supporting bone and the tissues allow it. Removable rehabilitation, such as a flipper (temporary partial denture), is sometimes used as an interim solution or when there are medical constraints. When the medical situation allows, a fixed solution is generally preferred because it offers better function and helps preserve bone over time.
| Criterion | Fixed rehabilitation | Removable rehabilitation |
|---|---|---|
| Examples | Crowns, bridges and implant-supported restorations | Flipper, partial or complete denture |
| When | When there is enough supporting bone and the tissues allow it | As an interim solution, or when there are medical constraints |
| Daily life | Stays in the mouth; cleaned like natural teeth, with extra care around implants and under bridges | Taken out for cleaning, following the dentist's instructions |
Examination, treatment plan and price quote
detailed and personalized
During the consultation, Dr Haim Aseriel examines your teeth, explains all the options and gives you a transparent price quote, with no obligation. The clinic is at 12 HaTnufa Street, Jerusalem.
From temporary to permanent restorations
Many rehabilitation plans use a temporary solution before the final one, especially with implants, which need time for osseointegration (the bonding of the implant with the bone).
For suitable patients, same-day dental implants can considerably shorten this interim period. Full-arch implants are designed for patients with extensive tooth loss who need a whole arch restored.
How much does full mouth rehabilitation cost?
The cost of full mouth rehabilitation depends on several factors: the type of treatment, the number of teeth, the condition of the bone and the materials used.
The clinic does not publish a single price, because every rehabilitation plan is tailored to the patient. After a thorough initial consultation, you receive a written estimate that details each stage of treatment and what it includes. The clinic also provides itemized receipts that you can submit to your insurer, whether a US dental plan or Israeli supplementary insurance; reimbursement depends on your policy, so check with your insurer before treatment. For a single tooth replacement, see what affects the cost of a dental bridge.
Before
After
Dr Haim Aseriel, a US-trained dentist (DDS, NYU College of Dentistry) and the clinic's founder and medical director, follows you through every stage of rehabilitation with the clinic's dental team at 12 HaTnufa Street in Talpiot, south Jerusalem (see patient reviews).
Full mouth rehabilitation: frequently asked questions
Full mouth rehabilitation is the set of dental treatments that restores chewing function, the bite and the appearance of the teeth. It is for people who are missing one or more teeth, whose teeth are broken, worn down or badly damaged by decay, or who have bite problems or a marked aesthetic concern.
Full mouth rehabilitation is carried out in planned stages: an examination with X-rays, then treatment of the underlying problems (gum disease, root canal treatment, unavoidable extractions), and only then the prosthetic phase with crowns, bridges, implants or dentures. Most rehabilitation plans take from several weeks to several months, depending on the complexity of the case.
With fixed rehabilitation (crowns, bridges and implant-supported restorations) the patient does not take the restoration out of the mouth; it is suitable when there are enough supporting teeth or enough bone. Removable rehabilitation, such as a denture or a flipper, is used when support is insufficient for a fixed solution, when there are medical constraints, or as a temporary solution.
The cost of full mouth rehabilitation depends on the type of treatment, the number of teeth involved, the condition of the bone and the materials used. There is no single price, because every rehabilitation plan is built after an examination. It is best to ask for a written estimate that lists each stage of treatment and what it includes.
Dental implants are a long-term solution: according to a 2019 meta-analysis, about 96% of dental implants survived 10 years. Inflammation around implants is common, however, so implants need regular check-ups and careful daily cleaning to last.
Sources
- Howe MS et al., Journal of Dentistry, 2019 – Link to study
- Tobias G et al., Journal of Functional Biomaterials, 2025 – Link to study
- Derks J & Tomasi C, Journal of Clinical Periodontology, 2015 – Link to study
- Mahendra et al., Journal of Oral Biology and Craniofacial Research, 2025 (citing the WHO Global Oral Health Status Report, 2022) – Link to study
