All-on-4 Dental Implants: A Full Set of Teeth in Just One Day
The All-on-4 implant technique is an innovative solution to replace an entire set of missing teeth using only four implants. Unlike traditional methods that require multiple implants or long treatment times, the All-on-4 procedure allows patients to have a full set of functional teeth fitted on the same day their implants are placed. This is why it's often referred to as "teeth in a day" or "same-day teeth". With All-on-4, patients can walk into the clinic with no teeth and leave with a complete, fully functional smile—all in just one visit.
This fast and predictable implant treatment reduces the need for costly bone grafting and the number of visits required. By using only four strategically placed implants, the procedure is more affordable and less invasive compared to traditional implant solutions.
Contact us for expert advice on All-on-4 dental implants and how they can transform your smile.
What is the All-on-4 Concept?
The All-on-4 concept is a revolutionary treatment designed to provide a full set of fixed teeth in a single day. This option is ideal for patients who have lost all their teeth or whose remaining teeth are failing and need removal.
What sets All-on-4 apart from other implant options?
- Only four implants are used, with two placed at the front and two tilted at 45 degrees towards the back. This reduces the need for bone grafting, lowering both cost and treatment time.
- A temporary bridge is fitted on the same day, providing immediate functionality and aesthetics.
- The goal is to achieve faster results, reduce treatment costs, and maintain a high success rate, making it a predictable and efficient solution for replacing missing teeth.
What Does All-on-4 Treatment Involve?
- Initial Assessment - Your journey starts with a thorough examination, including X-rays, photographs, and impressions of your teeth. A CT scan is often required to evaluate your jawbone structure. You’ll receive a treatment plan and a cost estimate based on your individual needs.
- Diagnostic Planning - During this stage, measurements of your bite and models of your jaws are taken. This ensures that your new teeth are designed with precise fitting and alignment.
- Implant Stage - On the day of your treatment, any remaining teeth are removed, and four implants are placed—two at the front and two tilted towards the back at a 45-degree angle. If your implants are stable, a temporary bridge will be placed later in the day, allowing you to leave with functional teeth.
- Post-Operative and Healing Phase - After your implants are placed, you will receive detailed aftercare instructions. This includes maintaining a soft food diet, and avoiding smoking, alcohol, and excessive exercise, as these can interfere with the osseointegration process, where bone tissue fuses to the implants. Most patients experience minimal discomfort, but follow-up visits will be necessary to monitor healing and make adjustments as needed.
- Permanent Restorative Phase - After three to six months, once the implants have fully integrated with the bone, the final bridge will be crafted and fitted. You will have a choice of materials for your final bridge, ensuring durability and natural aesthetics.
- Maintenance and Care - Once your final bridge is in place, ongoing care is essential. Regular visits to the dentist and hygienist are required to monitor and maintain your implants and bridge. Proper home care, including brushing and flossing, is crucial to ensuring the longevity of your All-on-4 restoration.
- Post-Operative and Healing Phase - After your implants are placed, you will receive detailed aftercare instructions. This includes maintaining a soft food diet, and avoiding smoking, alcohol, and excessive exercise, as these can interfere with the osseointegration process, where bone tissue fuses to the implants. Most patients experience minimal discomfort, but follow-up visits will be necessary to monitor healing and make adjustments as needed.
- Permanent Restorative Phase - After three to six months, once the implants have fully integrated with the bone, the final bridge will be crafted and fitted. You will have a choice of materials for your final bridge, ensuring durability and natural aesthetics.
- Maintenance and Care - Once your final bridge is in place, ongoing care is essential. Regular visits to the dentist and hygienist are required to monitor and maintain your implants and bridge. Proper home care, including brushing and flossing, is crucial to ensuring the longevity of your All-on-4 restoration.
Alternative Treatment Options to All-on-4
For patients without teeth in a jaw, alternatives to the All-on-4 technique include:
- Implant-Retained Dentures: Several implants are placed, and a denture is designed to clip onto these implants. The denture is removable for cleaning and is typically worn during the day.
- Standard Dentures: Removable dentures, which can be loose and uncomfortable, are an option but do not offer the stability or functionality of implant-supported solutions.
Why Choose All-on-4?
The All-on-4 procedure provides a faster, more cost-effective solution for patients needing full teeth restoration. It eliminates the need for bone grafts, reduces treatment time, and offers immediate aesthetic and functional benefits. Whether you’re looking for a permanent solution for missing teeth or a way to restore your smile in a single visit, All-on-4 implants can provide a long-lasting, life-changing result.
Dr Nesbitt
Dr. Nesbitt has been involved in implant dentistry for over 25 years and has placed and restored in excess of 3000 implants.
He is a registered specialist in Oral Surgery and holds a Master’s degree in implant dentistry. He is also an examiner at the Royal College of Surgeons, assessing other dentists in their postgraduate training. Dr. Nesbitt is an accredited mentor and spends a significant amount of time teaching and training other dentists in implant dentistry techniques.
Dr. Nesbitt provides all aspects of dental implant treatment, from simple single tooth replacement to complex rehabilitations.
Click below for examples of cases treated at the practice. Dr Nesbitt has treated all of these cases at the practice in Shenstone and all of the laboratory work is by Mr Adrian Rollings.
