All-On-4 – Temple, TX

How Do All-On-4 Implants Work?

Dental implants are the greatest tooth replacement method available because they imitate the structure of natural teeth from the root to the crown. However, in order to work as intended, dental implants require that their host has sufficient jawbone density. This can be resolved with a supplemental bone graft prior to the actual dental implant placement, but this also lengthens the overall process. Thankfully, All-On-4 allows our team in Temple to place only four implants and use them to secure beautiful and lifelike dentures in place. This reduces the need for bone grafting and allows the patient to use their teeth without worrying about them slipping or falling out.

Am I a Candidate for All-On-4 Implants?

Most adults who have suffered from tooth loss are excellent candidates for All-On-4. It can easily be used to treat patients who do not have sufficient jawbone density for traditional implants. Our team will strategically place the four implants in the strongest points in the jaw, maximizing your denture’s grip while minimizing the surgical intervention needed.

A good All-On-4 candidate is in exceptional oral health and will remain committed to excellent oral hygiene after treatment. They should also take care to avoid harmful habits like smoking, using their teeth as tools, and excessive sugar consumption.

Benefits of All-On-4 Implants

All-On-4 implants come with considerable advantages over traditional dentures. These include:

• All-On-4 implant dentures are permanent, meaning you can brush and floss them like you would real teeth. This makes oral hygiene much easier.
• Implant dentures stimulate the jawbone, preventing or reversing deterioration of the bone structure.
• Patients will be able to exert greater biting force and chewing power, allowing them to enjoy their favorite foods with ease.
• Your prosthetic teeth will look and feel just like the real thing.

All-On-4 vs. Traditional Implants

All-On-4 and traditional dental implants are similar, but they differ in a few key ways, such as:

• All-On-4 only requires four implants to be placed rather than having each artificial tooth mounted on an individual implant. This can significantly reduce treatment costs.
• All-On-4 often minimizes the need for bone grafting, which can potentially extend the course of your treatment by months.
• Many patients receive their customized dentures on the same day that they receive All-On-4 surgery.