What are All-on-4 dental implants?

Whole Dental Wellness utilizes dental implants that offer the ability to replace missing teeth with only four implants.

All-on-4 dental implants provide patients with a secure fit and natural feel compared to traditional dentures. These innovative implants use only four implants (depending on bone density), whereas other implant methods require eight to ten implants per jaw.

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Advantages of All-on-4

Your All-on-4 dental implants include:

Graftless procedure

Bone grafting is avoidable because the posterior implants are tilted and use your available bone.

Four implants, full-arch restoration

You receive two straight anterior implants and two titled posterior implants.

Immediate results and full function

For patients who qualify for immediate loading of implants, you will have a fixed provisional bridge, so there is no need to remove it for cleaning.

How do I know if All-on-4 is right for me?

The most significant benefit of All-on-4 dental implants is that there is no waiting to be fitted.

You will receive your implants, be fitted on the same day, and walk out with a new smile. Hence the nickname, "same day teeth" or "smile in a day implants". All-on-4 dental implants even work for patients who suffer from jaw bone loss.

Benefits All-on-4 dental implants

You will discover that All-on-4 dental implants provide more comfort, convenience, and functionality than traditional dentures. Other All-on-4 dental implants benefits include:

Will not stain - Your All-on-4® implants are made of porcelain or zirconia and will not stain from food or drinks.
Fends off periodontal disease - Your implants guard against bacteria, which helps to eliminate health issues
Better taste function - Unlike traditional dentures, the All-on-4® implants expose more area of the roof of your mouth, enabling you to taste your food better.

Your dental specialist will work with you to ensure a proper fit. All-on-4 dental implants offer you peace of mind knowing your implants will stay in place and make it easier to clean.

All-on-4 Procedure

During your consultation, our specialist dentist will provide a thorough examination and do a CT scan. The scan informs the doctor how much bone density you have and where the implants should be implanted.

Your next step is to have dental impressions taken, which are then sent to a lab to create your new dental bridge. On the day of your surgery, your dentist will drill two holes in the front and two holes in the back of your jaw at a 45-degree angle to provide greater support. Once the implants are placed, any incisions made are sutured. At this point, you are then fitted with your new teeth.

All-on-4 Recovery

For a couple of weeks, you can expect some sensitivity in your mouth.

It’s imperative not to rinse or touch your incisions for up to two days after your surgery. We recommended a soft-food diet for the next six weeks for optimal healing. Use an ice pack as needed to combat swelling, and it is normal to see minor bleeding, which is stopped by placing a gauze pad on the area. If you could not be fitted with your new teeth, your Birmingham and Roseville dentists will create a temporary denture in its place. In six to nine months, you are ready to support your permanent denture, which is often made with porcelain. It is lightweight and provides less pressure on your implants while your mouth heals. Your new teeth will last up to 20 years or longer, provided you take care of your teeth and gums.

All-on-4Results

Current denture wearers will have less adjustment time to their new All-on-4 implants, but adjustment time will vary for each patient.

If you have had prolonged tooth loss without dentures, there may be a more extended adjustment period, though this is not always the case. Once your dental implants are in place, it takes about four to six months for your bones to heal fully. However, with the All-on-4® dental implants, you can enjoy food the same day - albeit soft foods for a few weeks.

Schedule your All-on-4 dental implant consultation with Whole Dental Wellness Today

You deserve your smile and your confidence back. At Whole Dental Wellness, we can offer our patients both with some of the best All-on-4 dental implants Birmingham and Roseville have to offer. Rediscover your joy of eating, laughing, and speaking without difficulty. Learn more about the innovative All-on-4 dental implants at our Birmingham and Roseville locations. Schedule your consultation today.

FAQs

How much do All-on-4 dental implants cost?

The procedure cost will vary for each patient. On average, the All-on-4 dental implant surgery costs between $12k to $25k. The price for All-on-4 is considerably less than traditional implants, which start at $40k for a complete set.

How long do All-on-4 dental implants last?

With proper care, your All-on-4 implants can last a lifetime, but they are made to last 20 years. The cost-benefit is considerable. If you think about it, most people do not get the same wear and tear on a vehicle. You use your teeth every day, and having the ability to chew food, speak clearly, and other oral functions make All-on-4 dental implants an excellent investment.

Does my insurance cover it?

We will work with your insurance and discuss your coverage options. If there is a difference between your insurance provider’s coverage and what you owe, we will relay this information to you before your surgery.

What's the difference between All-on-4 dental implants vs. dentures?

Dentures or "false teeth" have a gum-colored base made out of acrylic with teeth made from resin or porcelain. Dentures are removable and fit over the gums by suctioning in place. Over time, the gum shrinks because there is no bone to hold it into place, which causes dentures to slip or cause problems when eating. The All-on-4 dental implants are fixed in place and act as your natural teeth. They are unable to slip because they are drilled into your jaw bone. You can treat and care for your implants like your natural teeth.