All-on-4® Dental Implants and Bridges
What Are All-on-4® Dental Implants and Bridges?
All-on-4® dental implants and bridges—also known by names such as All-on-5 or All-on-6—are designed to replace an entire arch of missing and/or failing teeth by anchoring a custom partial or full-arch restoration to approximately four to six dental implant posts. Each titanium implant post is strategically placed, acting as strong, durable roots for the new teeth. This treatment can be performed on the upper arch, lower arch, or both to restore healthy dental function and a confident smile. When placed by an experienced, qualified dentist—such as our cosmetic dentist in New Albany, Andrew E. Skasko, DDS—the All-on-4® system can provide patients with long-lasting, stable results that look and feel like natural teeth.
- What Are All-on-4® Dental Implants and Bridges?
- All-on-4® Dental Implants and Bridges Benefits
- All-on-4® Dental Implants and Bridges Procedure
- All-on-4® Dental Implants and Bridges Cost
What Are the Benefits of All-on-4® Dental Implants and Bridges?
Unlike removable dentures, which may be ill-fitting and cause discomfort, All-on-4® dental implants and bridges typically feel like a natural part of your mouth. In addition to a secure, comfortable fit, All-on-4® treatment can offer numerous other benefits, including:
- Prevention of jawbone deterioration caused by missing teeth
- Restoration of dental integrity and a proper bite
- Improved functionality for chewing and speaking
- Stability and security without “slippage”
- No messy pastes or adhesives
- Implants fuse with the jawbone and are designed to last a lifetime
Additionally, since All-on-4® is intended as a replacement for all upper and/or lower teeth, this treatment can be a more cost effective option to avoid replacing individual missing teeth with single-tooth dental implants.
What Can I Expect from the All-on-4® Procedure?
Depending on the patient, additional dental work may be needed prior to full mouth reconstruction with All-on-4® dental implants and bridges, such as tooth extractions or a deep dental cleaning for periodontal (gum) disease prevention. Once the mouth has been adequately prepared, each of the titanium implant posts will be placed in optimal positions within the jawbone. In order for the treatment to be successful and long-lasting, the implants need to completely fuse to the surrounding bone—a process called osseointegration—over a period of several months. During this time, patients receive a custom temporary restoration to wear until the fusion process is complete.
It is important to note that the precise number of implants needed for treatment may vary between patients depending on factors like jawbone density. Dr. Skasko and the surgical team will assess your unique needs in order to determine the optimal number of implants for the most stable results. In most cases, somewhere between four and six implants will be required.
To ensure the most natural fit, feel, and look, Dr. Skasko performs a facial analysis using state-of-the-art diagnostic and photographic case planning to design your new teeth. The advanced technology employed in the Skasko Smile Design Studio at Elite Dental provides patients a visualization of how their new smile will appear with a final restoration that offers the most natural-looking appearance and a comfortable fit. After the dental implants have fully fused with the jaw bone, the design is sent to our world renowned technicians to create the customized final implant bridge.
How Much Do All-on-4® Dental Implants and Bridges Cost?
Each patient’s needs are unique and the exact cost of All-on-4® dental implants and bridges will be determined after a thorough evaluation by Dr. Skasko. A personalized price estimate will be provided based on a variety of factors, such as the number of implants needed, any preemptive dental work required, the materials used to create the restoration(s), the complexities of the procedure, and more. If financial assistance is needed, our friendly and knowledgeable team is available to discuss dental financing options that can result in smaller, more manageable monthly payments.
If you would like to learn more about how All-on-4® dental implants and bridges can restore full upper and/or lower arches, please contact Elite Dental to schedule your appointment.