All-On-4 Dental Implants Richardson

How Do All-On-4 Dental Implants Work?

The unique distinguishing factor of this dental implant technique is that only four dental implants are used to restore an entire row of teeth. In some situations, this means that the implants as well as the denture can be placed in a single visit so you can enjoy immediate results. Dr. Ahn will also secure the four implant posts into the thickest, most supportive areas of the jawbone to minimize the need for a bone graft.

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

A good candidate for All-On-4 dental implants is one who has generally good oral health, enough jawbone to support the four dental implants, and who is missing an entire row of teeth. At your initial consultation, Dr. Ahn will discuss these factors with you after conducting a thorough examination of your oral and facial structure. He’ll then put together a treatment plan so you know exactly what the process will entail if you’re a good candidate.

Benefits of All-On-4 Dental Implants

The reason patients opt for All-On-4 dental implants is typically because of the two biggest benefits they offer: that one or two rows of teeth can be restored within a single or couple of appointments, and that it reduces your need for additional surgical procedures like bone grafting. This is because All-On-4 dental implants are slightly shorter and require less bone to fuse with, allowing them to be placed in bone that may otherwise be inadequate to support traditional dental implants. Of course, you’ll still be able to enjoy all of the regular benefits of getting implants as well, like results that look and feel completely natural and a long lifespan!

All-On-4 vs. Traditional Dental Implants

Some patients hear about All-On-4 dental implants and wonder, “What’s the catch?” There is none! This technique and the materials used are designed to harness the strength of dental implants, all while being more accommodating for patients who have sustained tooth loss for a longer period of time.

After years of having gaps in your smile, your jawbone will erode due to a lack of stimulation from tooth roots. This is often what requires patients to need bone grafting before being able to undergo dental implant placement. All-On-4 dental implants are long enough to still fuse with the bone, but they’re shorter, allowing them to be supported by less jawbone. Plus, since the denture will be anchored to only four dental implants, they can be secured in the densest parts of the bone for maximum support.