All-on-4 Dental Implants

All-on-4 implants can last 20+ years with proper care and maintenance. The titanium implants themselves can last a lifetime if they integrate successfully with your jawbone. The prosthetic teeth may need replacing after 10-15 years due to normal wear, but the implants remain in place.

Most patients report minimal discomfort during the procedure thanks to local anesthetic or sedation options. After surgery, you may experience some swelling and tenderness for a few days, which can be managed with prescribed pain medication. Most patients find the recovery much easier than expected.

Yes! Once healed, you can eat almost anything you could with natural teeth. During the initial healing phase (3-6 months), we recommend sticking to softer foods. After the permanent prosthesis is placed, you'll have full biting and chewing function. Most patients enjoy foods they haven't been able to eat in years.

All-on-4 costs vary based on your specific needs, materials chosen, and whether you need one or both arches replaced. During your consultation, we'll provide a detailed cost breakdown. We offer flexible finance options from 0% APR to make treatment affordable, and All-on-4 is more cost-effective than replacing multiple individual teeth with implants.

There's no upper age limit for All-on-4 implants. As long as you're in reasonable health and have adequate bone density, you can be a candidate. We've successfully treated patients in their 70s and 80s. Good overall health is more important than age.

The All-on-4 technique was specifically designed for patients with bone loss. The angled placement of the rear implants maximizes use of available bone, eliminating the need for bone grafting in most cases. A 3D CT scan during your consultation will determine if you have sufficient bone.

All-on-4 uses 4 implants per arch, while All-on-6 uses 6 implants. All-on-4 is less invasive, more affordable, and suitable for most patients. All-on-6 may be recommended if you have excellent bone density and want maximum support, but the difference in long-term success rates is minimal.

Yes. If your remaining teeth are failing, diseased, or severely damaged, they can be extracted during the All-on-4 procedure. We'll assess your individual situation during your consultation to determine if extraction and immediate implant placement is appropriate for you.