Full Mouth Reconstruction in Sylmar, CA
A phased rebuild with every key visit a short trip from Sylmar.
The short answer
Full mouth reconstruction in Sylmar can combine bonding, onlays, crowns, veneers and implants, depending on what each tooth needs. Sylmar patients head south to Los Angeles for it. Dr. Farahnik places implants himself, with a periodontist and oral surgeons on our in-house team, and the written fee follows your exam.
Faraz Farahnik, DDSDDS, USC Herman Ostrow School of DentistryCovered by ADA News, the Los Angeles Times and CBS Los AngelesPatients travel from across the country and around the world.
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Can full mouth reconstruction in Sylmar be done in stages?
Yes, and most are. Dr. Farahnik treats decay and gum disease first, establishes the new bite, and then places final restorations one section at a time.
Staging has practical benefits for Sylmar patients. It spreads the visits over a longer period, gives each phase time to settle, and can spread the fee as well. Your written plan shows each stage in order, so you always know what comes next and why.
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Who should think twice because of sensitivity?
Patients with very sensitive teeth should raise it early. Teeth prepared for crowns or onlays can be sensitive afterward, and the plan can be shaped to limit that.
Dr. Farahnik keeps as much sound tooth structure as he can, which helps protect the nerve. Where bonding or a veneer will do the job, he won't reach for a crown. Telling him at the start which teeth already bother you helps him plan the order of work.
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What happens once the final teeth are in?
You move into protection and maintenance. Dr. Farahnik checks the bite once you've lived with it, makes fine adjustments and, if you grind, fits a custom night guard.
Regular reviews
From then on, checkups focus on gum health, wear on the new surfaces and any early signs of trouble. Catching a small problem early keeps it small. The finished work is designed to last, but it lasts longest with steady care.
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How should you plan the days with surgery?
Keep the rest of the day light. If your plan includes extractions or implants, those visits ask more of you than the restorative ones, and some soreness afterward is normal.
Living in Sylmar, you're home soon after, which helps. Ask Dr. Farahnik when you book how soon he'd like you back to exercise or heavy work in your case, and stock soft foods before the appointment. Other visits in the plan are far easier to schedule around.
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Will the new restorations last the rest of your life?
Not necessarily. Restorations can chip, wear or need replacing over time, especially with grinding, sugary diets or skipped checkups.
Good care helps them last longer. Regular cleanings, a night guard if you grind, and prompt attention to small problems all help. Dr. Farahnik will explain what upkeep your particular mix of restorations needs.
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How often will you need checkups afterward?
Dr. Farahnik will set a schedule based on your gum health and the type of restorations you have. Some patients need visits more often than before treatment.
Those visits check the gums, the fit of each restoration and any signs of wear. Catching a small chip or early gum problem when it's minor keeps the repair minor too.
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Who plans and coordinates your reconstruction?
Faraz Farahnik, DDS, plans each phase and does the restorative work himself. Dr. Farahnik places implants himself, with a periodontist and oral surgeons on our in-house team. Meet Dr. Farahnik
How it works
How do you get started?
In three steps: a phone consultation, an exam at our office and a written plan.
Call us first
Start with a phone consultation at (818) 658-9285; a final plan needs an in-person exam.
An exam at our office
Treatment is planned only after an in-person exam at 16260 Ventura Blvd, Suite 730, Encino, CA 91436.
Your written plan
You'll receive a written treatment plan and fee after your exam.
Cost & financing
How do you find out what your own plan would cost?
Book the planning visit. Dr. Farahnik examines your teeth and gums, takes records and designs a plan around what you need.
The fee reflects that plan: which teeth are treated, the materials, preparation such as gum therapy, the lab work and any foundations or protective appliances. Nothing is started until you've seen it.
What affects the cost? How many teeth are treated, which materials are used, and what preparation or supporting care your plan needs.
Dr. Farahnik works with all budgets and price ranges. You'll receive a written treatment plan and fee after your exam.
Insurance: We accept all PPO insurance plans.
Financing: Cherry · CareCredit · Sunbit · In-house financing
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Getting here
How easy is the trip from Sylmar for a phased plan?
Easy enough that a series of visits stays practical. Our Encino office is south of Sylmar: about 14.5 miles by road, or about 22 minutes in light traffic.
A reconstruction brings you in more than once, and some of those visits are quick bite checks. Being close makes those short trips simple to fit into a lunch break or the start of a day. Most of the route uses I-405.
Nearby areas, measured from Sylmar
| Nearby area | Direction from Sylmar | Road distance (area center to area center) | Drive from Sylmar (estimate, light traffic) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granada Hills | southwest | 6.8 miles | about 12 minutes |
| Pacoima | southeast | 5.5 miles | about 10 minutes |
| North Hills | south | 7.7 miles | about 14 minutes |
| Panorama City | south | 7.9 miles | about 16 minutes |
| Northridge | southwest | 10.4 miles | about 19 minutes |
| Van Nuys | south | 10.3 miles | about 17 minutes |
Our only office is at 16260 Ventura Blvd, Suite 730, Encino. We measure from central Sylmar, close to Discovery Charter Preparatory and Tia Chucha's Centro Cultural.
Building note: 16260 Ventura Blvd, Suite 730, Encino, CA 91436.
For the full picture, see our main full mouth reconstruction page. Full-mouth pages for other nearby areas: Granada Hills, CA, Pacoima, CA, North Hills, CA and Panorama City, CA.
- Drive
- About 22 minutes
- Distance
- 14.5 miles
- Route
- I-405
- Main roads
- Polk Street · Rinaldi Street
From the center of Sylmar to 16260 Ventura Blvd, Suite 730, Encino, CA 91436. Light-traffic estimate from road-routing data (retrieved October 2, 2026); times vary.
Questions
Frequently asked questions from Sylmar patients about rebuilding teeth
Quick answers to skim before your planning visit. Full mouth reconstruction in depth
How long is the drive from Sylmar to the office?
It takes about 22 minutes in light traffic and covers about 14.5 miles. Allow extra time at busy hours, especially on days with longer appointments.
Can I combine visits if I'm coming from Sylmar?
Often, where it's safe. When you call (818) 658-9285, say you're coming from Sylmar and would like to group steps where possible. Healing still sets some of the pace.
Will my teeth be sensitive afterward?
Prepared teeth can be sensitive for a while, especially to cold. It usually settles. If a tooth stays sensitive or becomes painful, let Dr. Farahnik know so he can check it.
Why isn't there a set price for a full mouth reconstruction?
Because the work differs so much from person to person. The number of teeth, the materials, the preparation, the lab work and any supporting care all change the plan, so the fee is set after your exam.
Can my plan be built around my schedule in Sylmar?
Largely, yes. Tell us your preferred days when you book, and the longer visits can be placed around them as far as healing steps allow.
Begin
How do you take the first step?
One phone call: (818) 658-9285. The first visit is the exam and planning appointment, with no pressure to decide on the day.