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!
Full arch dental implants, often referred as all-on-4 or all-on-6 dental implants, are a better alternative to dentures. They are more expensive, but they last much longer, require less special care, and look and feel more natural. Importantly, they will also significantly improve your ability to chew up your food compared to a traditional denture. If you’ve lost most or all of your teeth, full-arch implant restorations may be the best way to get your smile back permanently.
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!
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.
