Dr. Jorge Mejía Correa
General dentist · Lic. 5-4513-08
View profile
Dentistry · El Poblado, Medellín
A rehabilitation plan
built on imaging, phase by phase
When teeth are missing or the ones left no longer bite the way they should, one crown rarely fixes it. Full mouth reconstruction defines what has to be done, in what order and why.
In-person consultation in El Poblado
Virtual pre-consultation if you are traveling from abroad
Torre Médica Oviedo · El Poblado, Medellín
How treatment is planned
Diagnosis, treatment sequence and follow-up, with one team in El Poblado
-
Imaging before any planning
We start from your panoramic X-ray and, when the case calls for it, a CBCT scan. Without imaging there is no plan.
-
One team through every phase
Gum treatment, extractions, implants, crowns and dentures are coordinated by the same clinicians, in the order the diagnosis sets.
-
Imaging and sterilization on site
We work inside a medical building with imaging equipment and sterilization on the same floor.
Full mouth reconstruction in Medellín
Full mouth reconstruction restores how your mouth works and how it looks when teeth are missing or the remaining ones are worn down, fractured or out of position. It is not a single procedure: it is a plan that may combine crowns, bridges, dentures, implants and temporary teeth, depending on what the diagnosis shows.
The aim of the plan is to let you chew on both sides again, spread bite force across the arch and keep things stable when you speak. It is usually considered in situations like these:
- You are missing one or several teeth and chew on one side only.
- You have old crowns or dentures that no longer fit.
- Wear has shortened your bite and your jaw joint hurts.
- You had separate treatments over the years and nothing fits together now.
- You want it solved in one go, in a clear order and with one team.
What your plan is made of
What a rehabilitation plan can include
Every plan is built from the pieces your case needs. Some repair what can still be saved; others replace what is missing. Each one has its own page with the detail.
At Clínica Be Dharma the full plan is defined before anything starts, so you know from day one how many phases it has and what each one solves.
- Composite fillings: repair a tooth with decay or a small fracture while keeping the natural structure.
- Dental crowns: cover a badly damaged or root-canal-treated tooth, or sit on an implant.
- Dentures and bridges: replace several teeth or a full arch, fixed or removable.
- Temporary teeth and flipper dentures: restore looks and function while the definitive piece is made. And dental implants, when the root has to be replaced and not just the crown.
Which of these your plan includes is decided at the consultation, based on your imaging, the condition of bone and gums and how your bite closes. There is no single answer for everyone.
Book a consultation
See how we plan a full mouth reconstruction, step by step.
How your plan is built, step by step
1. Consultation with imaging
We start from your panoramic X-ray and, when the case calls for it, a CBCT scan. Without imaging there is no plan, only guesswork.
2. Bite assessment
We check how the remaining teeth meet, the condition of bone and gums, and which teeth can be saved.
3. Treatment sequence
Anything that compromises health comes first: active decay, gum disease, roots that cannot be kept. Replacement comes after.
4. Temporary phase
While the site heals or the definitive piece is made, you wear a temporary: it protects the prepared tooth and lets you speak and eat.
5. Definitive pieces and follow-up
They are fitted and the bite is adjusted. After that, regular check-ups, which is what makes the work last.
How much full mouth reconstruction costs
There is no single price, because no two mouths are alike. The figure is set after the consultation with imaging and is given to you in writing, with the detail of what each phase includes.
How many teeth
Those that must be replaced and those that can be saved.
What each area needs
A filling, a crown, a denture or an implant.
The material
For the crowns or for the denture.
Treatment needed first
Gum therapy, root canals, extractions or a bone graft.
Whether it runs in phases
Or is done in one go.
At the consultation we explain which alternatives exist for your case and what changes between them, so you decide with the information in front of you.
Specialists in full mouth reconstruction
1
/
3
Full mouth reconstruction for patients traveling from abroad
Get your case reviewed before you fly to Medellín
Traveling from another city or country? We start with a virtual pre-consultation to assess your case before you travel. We review your photos and any imaging you have, and explain which options could apply.
From there we give you an approximate investment range and set the dates, so the time you spend in Medellín goes into treatment and not into logistics.
Be Dharma at Torre Médica Oviedo We are in El Poblado, a central area of Medellín that is easy to reach for visitors.
How we work remotely
Four steps to understand your case and plan the trip with clear dates.
-
01
You send your details
You fill in the form with your city or country, what you would like solved and the dates you could travel.
-
02
Virtual pre-consultation
We talk through your expectations and medical history and review your photos and any panoramic X-ray or CBCT scan you have.
-
03
Guidance and approximate figure
We outline a preliminary option, the phases of treatment and an initial investment range so you can arrange flights and accommodation.
-
04
In-person consultation in Medellín
At the clinic we carry out the clinical examination, confirm the plan and set the final price in writing.
A note on pricing
The figure given at the pre-consultation is preliminary and is not a firm quote. It can change after the in-person consultation, depending on the condition of your bone, how many teeth need treatment, the material chosen and any additional procedures required, such as a bone graft.
Flights
Compare fares by departure city, dates and season.
Accommodation
We advise on places to stay near El Poblado and how many nights to plan for.
Follow-up
We coordinate check-ups and aftercare once you are back home.
Questions
Frequently asked questions about full mouth reconstruction
How long does a full mouth reconstruction take?
It depends on how many phases your plan has. A case with few teeth can be solved in weeks; one that includes gum treatment, extractions or implants is measured in months, because healing times cannot be shortened.
Can it be done in stages?
Yes, and that is the usual route. The plan is ordered by clinical priority and moves forward in phases.
Does it hurt?
Procedures are done under local anesthesia. Afterwards you may feel the discomfort normal to each procedure, managed with the medication your dentist prescribes.
What are the risks, and when is it not advisable?
A full plan runs in phases and takes time. Some teeth cannot be saved and have to be extracted. If there is gum disease or active decay, that comes first and lengthens the schedule. The result depends on follow-up and on your daily hygiene as much as on the work done in the chair. Each procedure also has its own contraindications, reviewed at the consultation.
What if I have gum disease?
It is treated first. Replacing teeth over diseased gums compromises the result.
Do I necessarily need implants?
No. An implant is one option, not the only one. It depends on how many teeth are missing, the bone available and the condition of the neighboring teeth.
What follow-up care is needed?
Careful hygiene, regular check-ups and, if your dentist recommends it, a night guard.
Contact
Book a consultation and get your plan in writing
If you already have a panoramic X-ray or a CBCT scan, bring it; if not, we will tell you where to get one in Medellín.
Torre Médica Oviedo · Calle 6 Sur #43A-227, floor 7, suite 776 · El Poblado, Medellín. Monday to Friday 8:00–17:00 and Saturday 8:00–12:00.