There’s nothing quite like the feeling of riding on a motorcycle. The wind in your hair and on your face is simultaneously exciting and relaxing. However, your ride could abruptly be interrupted by an accident at any time. With an accident, you may run the risk of experiencing trauma to your face and mouth, even with the correct protective gear on.
After addressing any other pertinent medical concerns, you may be in the business for a dentist that possesses the compassion and skillset necessary to help with your dental reconstruction. The severity of your injuries can greatly vary, ranging anywhere from chipped teeth to needing a full dental reconstruction. Journal Square Dental is here to help with any of your problem areas, whether it be a couple of implants or a series of scheduled procedures.
Dr. Rickerby has proudly served the Jersey City community for over 25 years now and has helped many victims of bicycle and motorcycle accidents recover from their facial trauma. The team at Journal Square Dental can help with every single part of the process, including the following steps:
Before any procedures or healing treatments can begin, your dentist will first need to conduct a full consultation and examination. This can include X-rays and moldings to get a better idea of what can be restored naturally and what needs to be replaced synthetically. If you have any avulsed teeth that were able to be saved or kept in water or milk, your dentist can attempt to place them in the socket and encourage healing with a periodontal splint.
If you are in need of a dental implant, this takes a couple of visits to shape the cap and allow the implant area to heal.
Facial trauma as a direct result of a motorcycle accident can include avulsed teeth, luxated teeth, fractured teeth, and the puncturing of the soft tissue of the mouth. Depending on the overall status of your injury and your oral health, the restorative work may need to first address the sturdiness of your gums. For example, if you are a good candidate for a dental implant, it is pertinent that your gums are able to support them.
Gum grafts, bone grafts, dental implants, dental bridges, and the All-on-4 procedure are all common procedures used to help restore the natural function of your mouth and smile. The main priority of your dentist is to make sure that you speak, chew, and bite regularly. Depending on how many teeth you need to have replaced, there are a variety of options available when it comes to implants or missing teeth replacements. Your dentist will discuss the options with you and make you aware of the benefits and cons of each option with your specific situation.
Another large part of the reconstruction process is the aesthetics of your smile and mouth. The functionality is very important, but so is your overall confidence. Your smile should bring you joy and not be something you are self-conscious of due to your accident. Journal Square Dental provides a multitude of cosmetic dentistry options, and even offers a Smile Makeover package to encompass all possible routes in one.
Dr. Rickerby can help you with the straightening of your teeth, the whiteness of your teeth, and even help cover any discoloration, chipping, or cracks with a set of porcelain veneers.
Reconstructive surgery does not end with the final surgical procedure. It will also involve a series of checkups to ensure everything is healing properly and correctly and that there were no hiccups along the way. Your dentist will also likely want to establish a series of professional cleanings to maintain the look and health of your reconstructive treatment. If you take care of your new implants and healed treatments, they can last you a lifetime and be a permanent addition to your smile.
Don’t navigate the aftermath of your motorcycle accident with a dentist you don’t trust. Dr. Rickerby and his team of community-oriented dental professionals at Journal Square Dental are here to provide you with patient-first service, which means you will have access to us from the very first consultation all the way through your regularly scheduled cleanings. We understand how overwhelming dental work can be and feel, especially if you require a full mouth reconstruction, and are here to alleviate some of the stress for you.
Your smile is our top priority. To speak to an actual dental professional and schedule your first consultation today, please call our Jersey City office at (201) 431-0288 or fill out our online contact form.
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Dr. Haig Rickerby, DMD
Dr. Rickerby is currently an assistant professor at NYU’s School of Dentistry and has been a member of the American Academy of General Dentistry, National Dental Association, Commonwealth Dental Society, and the New Jersey Dental Association since 1987.
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