What are All-on-4 Dental Implants?
All-on-4 is a special type of dental implant treatment in which all the teeth in the upper or lower arch are restored with a hybrid prosthesis permanently attached to just four implants. Each implant is strategically placed to ensure maximum integrity and function.
From there, a custom-designed, streamlined restoration is permanently attached on top of the implants. You could almost think of it like a bridge-denture hybrid that follows the natural shape of your mouth.
Since there is no bulky “plate” across the roof of your mouth, All-on-4 feels more like your natural smile than any other modern tooth replacement. The U-shaped prosthesis covers the natural curve of your smile, making it both comfortable and functional for anyone with missing teeth.
Benefits of All-on-4 Implants
An All-on-4 treatment is as close as you can get to having natural teeth all over again. These hybrid implants are attractive and comfortable, giving you the confidence you need, no matter what the day throws your way.
Choosing All-on-4 over other types of tooth replacement brings added advantages like:
- No removable prosthetics to take out at night
- Streamlined shape, for a natural look and feel
- Easier to eat and speak with
- Improved bone health for a fuller, more youthful facial profile
- No need for uncomfortable dentures or adhesives
All-on-4 implants are the preferred treatment option for anyone who needs to replace all their missing teeth at once. As a permanent alternative to removable dentures or snap-on dentures, All-on-4 is the most functional and comfortable smile solution that implant experts can provide.
With missing teeth comes naturally shrinking bone. But implants stimulate the osseointegration process, which promotes healthy bone and reduces resorption (shrinking) of the jawline. In turn, the implants and fixed All-on-4 prosthesis help add natural fullness to sunken-in tissues that would otherwise cause premature aging in your face.
For our patients who may need additional support, we can add two more implants and convert the treatment into an All-on-6 system.
Living with All-on-4 Dental Implants
Since All-on-4 implants are permanent, you’ll never need to worry about anyone seeing you with missing teeth or taking your appliance out at night. Just like a fixed dental bridge, the appliance is securely anchored in place and can only be removed by a dentist.
With All-on-4, you’re able to enjoy full biting and chewing capabilities, enabling you to eat anything you like. Since implants are capable of withstanding even more force than anatomical teeth, All-on-4 restores full oral function and the chance to enjoy all of your favorite foods again.
Daily maintenance is just as simple as caring for natural teeth:
- Brush your teeth twice a day along the gumline and around the implants.
- Clean beneath your implants daily using floss or a water flosser.
- Schedule regular checkups and professional cleanings with your dentist to keep your smile healthy.
All-on-4 vs. Snap-on Dentures
All-on-4 implants and snap-on dentures can both replace a full arch of missing teeth, but they do not offer the same experience:
All-on-4 implants are a fixed, permanent prosthesis that stays in place at all times. Their streamlined design follows the natural curve of your jaw, so there’s no “plate” covering the roof of your mouth. This U-shaped contour helps them feel more like natural teeth when you’re eating or speaking.
Snap-on dentures, on the other hand, are removable, so you take them in and out like a traditional denture. They are an economically priced, mid-range alternative for patients who currently wear dentures but want a more secure solution. In some cases, patients choose overdentures with the plan of upgrading to fixed All-on-4 implants in the future.
For people who want a permanent full-arch tooth replacement, All-on-4 minimizes the total number of implants you need without compromising function or long-term results.
Cost of All-on-4 Treatment
Investing in any type of dental implant treatment provides you with a lifelong solution for your missing teeth. All-on-4 implants are no different.
The cost of All-on-4 implants can vary from person to person, depending on the circumstances behind their oral health. Different factors can play a part in the total cost of your implant therapy, including steps like:
- Tooth removal
- Bone grafting
- Sedation
- Additional implants
ARCHPOINT provides every prospective patient with clear, detailed care plans to ensure that every part of your treatment is planned with your health, comfort, and long-term investment in mind.
Our treatment coordinators will work to maximize your insurance benefits. We also offer flexible payment options to make the treatment more manageable for our patients.
All-on-4 implants maximize your investment by reducing the total number of implants needed while restoring an entire arch of teeth. These treatments are meant to last a lifetime, providing you with the best long-term return on investment of any popular tooth replacement on the market.
Why Choose ARCHPOINT Implant Dentistry
ARCHPOINT Implant Dentistry provides advanced implant care through a highly skilled and sought-after team of specialists in Dallas, Fort Worth, and Southlake. Our patients receive comprehensive implant therapy and smile rehabilitation in one place, without the need for outside referrals.
Same Team Of Experienced Doctors
One Office Faster Healing Process Using Platelet Rich Fibrin (PRF)
New Smile In One Day
State-of-the-Art Lab
Other
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Providers
A Variety of Doctors
Often Multiple Offices and Multiple Office Visits
Not Standard Treatment
Can be up to 2 years for Final Smile
Outsourced Lab Often Used
Thanks to state-of-the-art technology and extensive training, each of our implant experts can make your new smile a comfortable reality.
We work side by side with you to explain the benefits of different treatment options, answer your questions, and help you make an informed decision about your oral health. Our specialists have extensive experience in all aspects of dental implant therapy, including complex cases and sedation options for patients who need additional comfort during treatment.
From your first consultation to your final restoration, our goal is to provide expert-level care through a comfortable, efficient oral restoration process.
A Full Team Of Experts In Making You Smile Again
Tom Draper, DMD, MD
Founding Member, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
Reed Gibbins, DDS, MD
Board-Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
Michelle Newby, DDS, MS
Prosthodontist
Khalid A. Azzouz, DDS, MS
Surgical Prosthodontist
Three Locations At Your Service!
Your one-stop shop in Southlake, Dallas, and Fort Worth for advanced dental implant services.
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