What Are All-on-4 Implants?
The All-On-4 procedure, also known as "Teeth in a Day," offers patients the opportunity to have their remaining teeth removed, implants placed, and a fully functional smile all in a single day. This procedure not only enhances the appearance of patients' smiles but also rejuvenates their outlook on life. Many individuals struggle with issues such as severe tooth decay, deteriorating dental work, and broken teeth. For these people, the All-On-4, "Teeth in a Day" procedure provides an ideal solution to achieve a new smile and address ongoing dental issues.
Natural-Looking, Permanent Dental Implants for Enhanced Functionality
- Natural-looking and aesthetically pleasing dental implants that resemble natural teeth in appearance and texture.
- Permanent solution that stays in the mouth without the need for removal like dentures.
- No long healing times required before you can start using your dental implants.
- Does not cover the roof of the mouth.
- Offers the best chewing ability compared to other options for replacing a full arch or full mouth of teeth.
- Ideal for individuals with limited bone, perfect for those with insufficient bone for traditional implants.
- Enhances your food tasting experience.
How it Works
Our dentist at Indiana Dentures and Implants has enhanced the traditional All-On-4 procedure by customizing it based on their expertise, resulting in improved outcomes for patients. Each case is carefully assessed and treatment is tailored to fit the patient's unique anatomy. Between four and six implants are placed per arch, with temporary fixed bridges put in place during the healing process. Once healing is complete, final teeth are created using zirconia, a stronger and more natural-looking material than acrylic denture teeth. Zirconia is also more hygienic and resistant to staining, ensuring longer-lasting and better-looking teeth compared to traditional acrylic/titanium bridges.
Am I a Candidate?
Your doctor can assess your eligibility for All-On-4, also known as "Teeth in a Day," during a complimentary consultation, even if you have been previously informed that you lack sufficient bone for dental implants. By strategically positioning a mix of straight and angled implants to steer clear of the sinuses and make use of the sturdiest bone available, your doctor may be able to bypass the necessity for expensive and lengthy sinus augmentation bone grafts.
All-On-4 Procedure Timeline
1
Mouth Impressions
The lab uses these tools to make your temporary implant bridge(s). If you are missing most or all of the teeth in the treated arch, the doctor might suggest a wax try-in. This includes a model of your temporary implant bridge to check bite alignment, appearance, and other aspects.
2
Procedure
The process includes removing teeth if needed, placing implants, and fitting temporary implant bridges. This procedure usually takes 4-7 hours to finish.
3
Post Op #1
Please monitor the healing progress after the procedure and don't hesitate to ask any questions you may have.
4
Post Op #2
At the appointment 3 weeks after the procedure, the sutures will be removed and the healing will be checked. Typically, patients are cleared to start using a water flosser/WaterPik at this time.
5
Impressions for Final Teeth
It has been 4 months since the procedure.
6
Try In
We will create a mock-up of your final teeth within 5-10 days of impressions. In certain situations, multiple wax try-ins may be required. It is crucial that you are completely satisfied with your wax try-ins before we move forward with processing them. Once the try-ins are processed, no changes can be made. If you choose to make alterations to your bridge(s) after approval and fabrication, a full-cost remake charge will be applied.
7
Seat Final Teeth
Once the wax try-in(s) are approved, it usually takes 4-6 weeks for your bridge or bridges to be prepared for seating.
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