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Full-Arch Implant Restorations

If you’re missing most or all of your teeth in the upper or lower jaw, full arch implant restorations offer a permanent and highly functional solution. At Foundation Dental Specialists in Pasadena, we specialize in restoring smiles with advanced full arch dental implants—providing unmatched stability, aesthetics, and confidence. It’s about time you got back to eating your favorite foods and smiling with confidence.
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At Foundation Dental Specialists, our team of implant specialists will create a personalized treatment plan to restore your smile and improve your quality of life. Schedule a consultation today to explore the possibilities of full-arch implant restorations!

What Are Full Arch Implant Restorations?

Full arch implant restorations—also known as All-on-4 or All-on-6 dental implants—are a modern alternative to traditional dentures. They replace an entire arch of teeth using four to six dental implants strategically placed in the jawbone to support a fixed, natural-looking prosthetic.

These implant-supported restorations are ideal for patients who have lost most or all of their teeth due to injury, gum disease, or decay. Unlike removable dentures, full arch implants are secured in place, offering long-term durability, improved oral health, and a more natural feel.

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Why Choose Full Arch Dental Implants Over Dentures?

Dental implants act as artificial tooth roots, surgically placed in your jawbone to support a fixed bridge or denture. This offers numerous advantages over traditional dentures:

At Foundation Dental Specialists, our team of implant specialists will create a personalized treatment plan to restore your smile and improve your quality of life. Schedule a consultation today to explore the possibilities of full-arch implant restorations!

Unmatched Stability
Implant-supported restorations are securely anchored in your jaw, eliminating the slipping, clicking, and discomfort associated with loose dentures. Enjoy your favorite foods with confidence!
Natural Feel and Function
Full-arch implant restorations mimic the natural function of teeth, allowing you to chew effectively and speak clearly. The custom-made bridge or denture feels natural in your mouth, restoring a sense of normalcy.
Long-Lasting Results
Dental implants are a durable solution known to last for decades with proper care. They eliminate the need for messy adhesives and frequent denture replacements, making them a cost-effective option in the long run.
Enhanced Confidence
A complete and stable smile can dramatically boost your self-esteem. Full-arch implant restorations allow you to smile, laugh, and eat freely without worry.

We Offer Two Popular Options for Full Arch Implant Restorations

For patients seeking alternatives that offer greater comfort, stability, and performance than traditional dentures, these two implant-based solutions are considered our “better than denture” options and provide exceptional improvements in function, appearance, and overall oral health.

Fixed Full Arch Implant-Supported Bridge

Often considered the superior solution, this treatment restores up to 90% of natural chewing function and offers the closest experience to natural teeth. The bridge is securely attached to the implants, delivering unmatched comfort, stability, and aesthetics. It helps preserve bone, maintains facial structure, and eliminates the need for adhesives or nightly removal. Patients benefit from improved speech, long-term oral health, and a significant boost in self-confidence.

Alternatively, implant overdentures are removable dentures anchored to dental implants placed in the jawbone, offering about 50% of natural chewing function—an enhanced solution over traditional dentures. Because they are supported by implants, these dentures provide greater stability and comfort, with less shifting and gum irritation. They also help prevent bone loss, although they still need to be removed at night.

The Full-Arch Implant Restoration Process

At Foundation Dental Specialists, we use cutting-edge technology and personalized care to ensure your implant journey is smooth and successful. Here’s what you can expect from our full arch implant restoration process in Pasadena:

Consultation & Digital Work Up
Our periodontal specialist will see you for a full work up, including a CBCT scan and digital impressions of your teeth, and then coordinate with your general dentist to create a surgical plan.
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Extractions & Implant Placement
At the next appointment, your periodontist will extract your remaining teeth and place your dental implants. Bone grafting will likely be performed during this appointment if it is indicated.
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Healing & Building Your Restoration
Once your implants are placed, you’ll be sent home with a set of temporary implant supported dentures. The initial healing process just takes a couple of weeks, but it will take up to 3-6 months for your implants to fully heal and bond with your jaw bone. During this time, you’ll come to our office for some follow-ups, and your dentist will start building your permanent restoration.
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Permanent Implant Restoration Placement
Once your mouth is fully healed and our specialists have tested that your implants are strong, you will return to your restorative dentist to deliver your implant supported dentures. Your dentist will attach them to your implants.
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Ongoing Maintenance
Our office will work together with you and your dentist to help you to maintain the health and integrity of your implants and restoration. Even though you no longer have natural teeth, the implants need to be cleaned and examined regularly.
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The Benefits Of Full-Arch Implant Restorations

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Improve Your Quality Of Life
Compared to traditional dentures, full-arch implant restorations can help you to restore your quality of life. Natural looking teeth can be fixed onto the denture, no longer requiring you to take out your teeth at night. They can also restore your chewing function so you can comfortably eat salads, steak, or other hard, chewy delicious foods again. The ability to eat a wide variety of foods will impact your overall health and wellness.
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Better Oral Health
Unlike dentures, full-arch implant restorations help protect your jaw bone and your appearance. Over time, tooth loss can cause your appearance to look “sunken,” since your jaw bone will begin to weaken. Dentures can’t stop this from happening, but full-arch implant restorations can. Your dental implant will stimulate and protect your bone, and help preserve both your oral health and your appearance.
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Improved Fit, Comfort, And Functionality
Even the best dentures sometimes shift, move, or slip. This can make it harder to eat, chew, smile, and speak confidently. But this isn’t the case with full-arch implant restorations. They’re fixed to dental implants that won’t ever move or shift. That means you can enjoy a better fit, more natural appearance, and improved performance compared to traditional dentures.

Advanced Technology for Healthier Smiles

At our Pasadena practice, we use cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) for high-resolution 3D imaging. This allows for more accurate planning and safer, faster procedures. From digital impressions to surgical guides, every step is optimized for precision and comfort.

Computer-Guided Implant Surgeries
Using the DTX Studio suite of imaging technology, we can precisely plan your treatment and create customized surgical guides. This ensures your dental implant is placed in the optimal position for long-term stability, function, and aesthetic results—all with greater efficiency and fewer surprises during surgery.
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Schedule a Consultation for Full Arch Implant Restorations in Pasadena

At Foundation Dental Specialists, we believe everyone deserves to smile with confidence. If you’re considering full arch implant restorations in Pasadena, trust our experienced team to guide you through every step of the process with care and precision.

Call us today at (626) 796-5361 or schedule your consultation online to learn how full arch dental implants can restore your health, function, and confidence—permanently.

Frequently Asked Questions

Am I a good candidate for a full-arch implant restoration?

Full-arch implant rehabilitation can be an excellent option for patients who have lost all or most of their natural teeth due to gum disease, tooth decay, or dental trauma. However, it is important to note that your mouth and jaw must be in relatively good health, with adequate bone density for successful treatment. Get in touch with your dentist today to schedule a consultation and find out if full-arch implants are the right choice for you.

Yes! Made of durable, high-quality materials, one of the biggest advantages of full-arch implant restorations is that they look and feel just like the real thing. Full-arch implant restorations allow you to speak, laugh, and smile with confidence, and enjoy all of your favorite foods without any specialized care or maintenance. By staying on top of your oral hygiene habits, you can prolong the look, feel, and function of your restoration for years to come.

It is important to note that a full-arch implant restoration consists of the placement of two separate elements: the implants themselves and the implant-supported denture. While the dental implants can last a lifetime for most patients, the denture may wear down over time due to regular forces like chewing and speaking. It is very important to see your dentist and periodontist for routine visits afterwards to maintain the health of the implants and catch minor repairs before they turn into larger repairs.

Although your new smile won’t be susceptible to cavities or other forms of decay, it is still vital that you follow good oral hygiene practices to avoid developing gum disease. We recommend using a water flosser in addition to brushing your teeth. You will also need to see your dentist for regular cleanings, exams, and x-rays to keep the gum tissue healthy around the implants.

In some cases, we are able to perform extractions, place implants, and deliver teeth onto the implants all in one visit. However, in more complex cases, additional healing time may be required in between surgeries to ensure success.

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