Dental Rehabilitation in West Hills
If chewing has started to feel like a negotiation, if you've been avoiding certain foods, or if you're juggling several dental problems at once, a patch-by-patch approach may no longer serve you. At 805 Dentistry, we help West Hills patients step back and look at the whole mouth, then build one coordinated plan to restore how their teeth look, feel, and function. Our office is in Thousand Oaks, and we're glad to welcome neighbors from West Hills who want comprehensive care under one roof.
Dental rehabilitation is a coordinated treatment plan that addresses multiple dental problems together rather than one tooth at a time. It brings restorative, periodontal, surgical, and sometimes cosmetic treatment into a single sequence designed around your goals. Depending on your needs, a plan might include crowns, bridges, inlays or onlays, root canal therapy, gum disease treatment, dental implants, or dentures.
The range of situations is wide. One patient may have worn, cracked teeth and several aging fillings. Another may be missing teeth and dealing with gum problems at the same time. Someone else may be ready to replace failing teeth with a full arch solution such as All-on-4, All-on-6, or implant-supported dentures. Because our team includes a board-certified periodontist and a board-certified endodontist alongside Dr. Dar Radfar, we can coordinate these pieces in-house instead of sending you across town for each step.
Patients who come to us for rehabilitation often notice the biggest change in everyday comfort and confidence. Treating everything as one connected plan also means each step supports the next, so a new crown is placed on healthy gums and an implant is placed where bone has been properly prepared.
Common benefits include:
- Chewing and speaking more comfortably
- Replacing missing teeth with implants, bridges, or dentures
- Addressing gum disease, decay, and damaged teeth in a logical order
- A more consistent, natural-looking smile
- Fewer separate referrals, since many specialties work within our practice
Our on-site dental lab helps us keep restorations closely matched to your plan, and tools like Digital Smile Design let us talk through the look of your finished smile before treatment begins.
Am I a good candidate for dental rehabilitation?
You may be a good candidate if you have several dental concerns that affect function, comfort, or appearance. That can include multiple missing or broken teeth, advanced wear, gum disease, failing restorations, or bite issues that cause jaw discomfort.
The only way to know for sure is a thorough evaluation. We start with an exam and imaging, including CBCT 3D imaging read by our board-certified oral and maxillofacial radiologist when it's needed. If bone support is limited, we can discuss options such as bone grafting or sinus lift surgery. If jaw pain or clicking is part of the picture, our focus on TMJ treatment helps us factor your bite into the plan.
What does the treatment process look like?
Treatment moves in planned phases, starting with your health and ending with your final restorations. After your evaluation, we walk you through a written plan, the order of each step, and the options available to you.
Early phases often address infection and gum health, such as scaling and root planing, root canal therapy, or extractions. Next may come implant placement, grafting, or crown lengthening. The final phase is placing crowns, bridges, veneers, or dentures. For patients who feel anxious, we offer nitrous oxide, oral sedation, IV sedation, and general anesthesia with a board-certified dental anesthesiologist on staff. Many West Hills patients find it easier to plan fewer, longer visits when sedation is part of their care.
How do I care for my teeth after rehabilitation?
Aftercare centers on daily home care plus regular professional visits. Brush and floss thoroughly, clean carefully around implants and bridges, and follow the specific instructions we give you for each restoration.
We'll schedule ongoing cleanings and exams, and patients with gum disease history or implants may need periodontal maintenance or implant maintenance visits. If you clench or grind, a night guard can help protect your new work. And if something feels off between visits, we offer emergency dental appointments.
How can I pay for dental rehabilitation?
We accept all major PPO insurance plans, welcome self-pay patients, and offer financing. Because rehabilitation is often completed in phases, we can review your coverage and discuss how to schedule treatment in a way that fits your budget.
Before anything begins, our team explains the plan and what your insurance is expected to cover. If you live in West Hills and want a clear picture of your options, we'd be glad to schedule a consultation.