All on 4

All-on-4®

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If you are missing multiple teeth, have failing dental work, or are ready to have permanent teeth instead of removable dentures, you may benefit from All-on-4®. This treatment method can restore an entire arch of teeth in a single visit, giving you full functionality along with a natural appearance.

All-on-4® can transform the smile and bite for patients who have been limited by the health of their teeth. These cases are common when the replacement of the full arch of teeth is a more effective approach than individual tooth replacement.

The Purpose of All-on-4®

Purpose

All-on-4® replaces all of your existing teeth within a given jaw/arch with a prosthesis that is screwed into the dental implants. A set of dental implants—man-made tooth roots placed in the gums—secure the new teeth in place. As a result of the procedure, you will have new, permanent teeth that look and work like your original teeth. The most common reasons patients choose All-on-4^® is that they:

Our surgeons will secure the teeth in place with 4-6 dental implants in each arch. You won’t require an implant for each tooth because of the strategic positioning and angle of the implants. Because the procedure restores the teeth from the roots up, you can use them as you would your own teeth, and unlike dentures, they do not require as frequent ongoing maintenance beyond normal oral hygiene.

Our Approach to All-on-4®

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You can schedule an initial consultation with our office to learn more about All-on-4®. During your visit, your doctor will conduct an examination and may take X-rays and photos for evaluation purposes. The doctor will assess your needs and prepare a personalized plan for your care.

All-on-4® treatment depends on skill in two separate areas: placing implants and fabricating and attaching replacement teeth. Our surgeons have spent years in practice conducting implant procedures, and their ability to set them securely is what gives the new teeth stability.

Similarly, a well-crafted set of replacement teeth provides aesthetic value to the outcome. For this reason, we will coordinate your care between our surgeons and your own restorative dentist and dental labs as necessary. Our office will handle all of your appointments and provide you with a single point of contact for questions. This coordination will offer you excellent care and greater convenience.

Expect

What to Expect with All-on-4®

Once your doctor determines that you are a good candidate for All-on-4®, our practice will use 3D imaging to plan your procedure. This technology will allow the doctor to place the implants precisely and securely, giving you a more aesthetically appealing and durable result.

On the day of the All-on-4® procedure your doctor will:

As a result, everything will happen on the same day with All-on-4®, and you will never have to be without teeth. In a few cases, patients may require more extensive bone grafts to sustain dental implants and may need 4-6 months of healing before a separate implant procedure.