Facial Rejuvenation in Wilmington, NC
Your teeth do more than shape your smile. They also help support your lips, cheeks, and lower facial profile. When teeth are missing, worn, or no longer supporting your bite properly, you may begin to notice changes that make your face look more sunken, compressed, or “aged.”
Facial rejuvenation at Omni Dental uses personalized restorative and cosmetic dentistry to rebuild your smile and restore natural-looking facial support. Dr. Michael J. Kuzma carefully considers your teeth, bite, facial proportions, and personal goals to create results that look balanced, refreshed, and still completely like you.
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What is
dental facial rejuvenation?
Sometimes described as a dental or nonsurgical facelift, facial rejuvenation focuses on restoring the teeth and bite to improve support throughout the lower portion of the face.
Your tooth roots stimulate the jawbone whenever you bite and chew. After a tooth is lost, the bone in that area can gradually change. When several teeth are missing, severely worn, or replaced by dentures that no longer fit properly, the distance between the chin and nose may become shorter. This can contribute to deeper facial folds, thinner-looking lips, hollow cheeks, and a collapsed facial profile.
By rebuilding the teeth with carefully designed restorations, facial rejuvenation can restore more natural facial proportions while improving the appearance and function of your smile.
Why should I
consider facial rejuvenation?
Facial rejuvenation is not about changing the features that make you look like you. It is about restoring the support your teeth once provided so your smile and facial profile feel more familiar.
Depending on your needs, treatment may involve custom cosmetic dentures or a more comprehensive full mouth reconstruction. Some plans can be completed without surgery, while others may include dental implants or additional restorative procedures.
Facial rejuvenation may help address:
- Thin, compressed, or wrinkled-looking lips
- Hollow or flattened cheeks
- A deep crease between the chin and lower lip
- Jowls or reduced definition along the jawline
- A shortened or sunken lower facial profile
- Worn, missing, or poorly fitting teeth
- Dentures that no longer provide proper facial support
The benefits of
facial rejuvenation dentistry
Restore natural facial support
Rebuilding worn or missing teeth can provide renewed support for the lips and cheeks while restoring more balanced proportions between the nose and chin.
Improve your smile and bite
Facial rejuvenation does more than enhance your appearance. Your treatment can also make it easier to bite, chew, speak, and smile comfortably.
Receive care designed around you
There is no one-size-fits-all facial rejuvenation treatment. Dr. Kuzma evaluates your dental health, bite, facial structure, and personal goals before recommending a plan.
Facial rejuvenation treatments in Wilmington
From routine visits to advanced restorative and cosmetic care, Omni Dental offers services designed to help you protect your health, improve your smile, and feel confident in your care.
Cosmetic dentures
Traditional dentures are often designed primarily to replace missing teeth. Cosmetic dentures take the entire smile and facial profile into consideration.
Your dentures will be custom-designed to complement your features, support your facial tissues, and create a smile that looks naturally proportioned. High-quality materials help the teeth resemble natural enamel while careful planning supports a secure, comfortable fit.
Patients who have worn dentures for many years may be especially good candidates. As the mouth changes, older dentures may begin to fit poorly or provide less support for the lips and cheeks. For qualifying patients, Dr. Kuzma may recommend Fountain of Youth® Dentures. These cosmetic dentures are designed around the proportions of your face and bite, helping restore both your smile and the support behind it.
Full mouth reconstruction
When several teeth are damaged, missing, or severely worn, Dr. Kuzma may recommend full mouth reconstruction. This personalized treatment plan combines restorative and cosmetic procedures to rebuild the health, function, and appearance of your smile.
Depending on your needs, your plan may include:
- Dental crowns
- Dental bridges
- Dental implants
- Implant-supported restorations
- Cosmetic dentures
- Other restorative or cosmetic treatments
Full mouth reconstruction also allows Dr. Kuzma to improve the way your upper and lower teeth come together. Restoring a comfortable, stable bite can help support your facial profile while making everyday activities like eating and speaking feel easier.
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What to expect from the facial rejuvenation process
Consultation and comprehensive evaluation
Your treatment begins with a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Kuzma. You will discuss what has changed, what concerns you most, and what you would like your treatment to accomplish.
Dr. Kuzma will examine your teeth, gums, jaws, bite, and facial proportions. Digital imaging, scans, impressions, or other diagnostic tools may be used to understand your oral health and plan your care accurately.
Personalized smile and facial design
Once Dr. Kuzma understands your needs, he will recommend a treatment plan tailored to your smile. Your plan will outline the services involved, what you can expect at each appointment, and the anticipated treatment timeline.
For cosmetic dentures, detailed measurements and impressions will be used to design teeth that complement your face and provide appropriate support. For a full mouth reconstruction, your treatment may be completed in phases based on the procedures you need.
Treatment and final refinements
Your treatment will be completed with close attention to comfort, function, fit, and appearance.
Patients receiving cosmetic dentures will return for a fitting once their restorations are ready. Dr. Kuzma will evaluate how the dentures fit, how your bite comes together, and how the teeth support your smile and facial profile. Additional adjustments can be made to improve comfort.
If your full mouth reconstruction includes dental implants, you may receive temporary teeth while the implants heal. Once healing is complete, Dr. Kuzma will place your final restorations and make any necessary refinements.
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