What Are All-on-4® Dental Implants?
If you’re missing most or all of your teeth, you may feel overwhelmed by the options for restoring your smile. One revolutionary solution is all-on-4® dental implants. This advanced dental procedure provides a permanent, natural-looking solution for full-arch tooth replacement. At our practice, our dental implant dentists in Greater Grand Rapids, MI, specialize in this life-changing treatment to help you regain both functionality and confidence in your smile.
What Makes All-on-4 Different?
Unlike traditional dentures, which rest on the gums, all-on-4 dental implants are a fixed option that offers superior stability and comfort. This method uses four strategically placed dental implants to support an entire arch of teeth.
These implants are embedded into the jawbone, acting as secure anchors for a custom dental prosthesis. This innovative approach eliminates the need for individual implants for each missing tooth, making it a more efficient and cost-effective solution.
The All-on-4 Dental Implant Procedure: What to Expect
The all-on-4 process typically involves a few key steps:
- Consultation and Planning: During your initial visit, one of our dental implant dentists will take detailed scans and X-rays to assess your oral health and bone structure.
- Implant Placement: On the day of surgery, four dental implants are precisely positioned in your jaw. The posterior implants are often placed at an angle to maximize contact with the bone for added stability.
- Temporary Prosthesis: A temporary set of teeth is attached to the implants, allowing you to leave the office with a functional and attractive smile.
- Final Restoration: Once the implants have fully integrated with your jawbone, a permanent prosthesis is created and secured to the implants, completing your smile.
Benefits of All-on-4 Dental Implants
- Natural Appearance: The fixed prosthesis is designed to look and feel like real teeth, enhancing your smile and restoring your confidence.
- Improved Functionality: You can eat your favorite foods without worrying about your teeth slipping or shifting.
- Preserves Bone Health: stimulate the jawbone, preventing the bone loss that often occurs with missing teeth.
- Faster Results: Unlike traditional that may take months to complete, all-on-4 often allows you to have a new smile in just one day.
- Cost-Effective: By using only four implants per arch, the procedure is more affordable than individual implants for every missing tooth.
Are All-on-4 Implants Right for You?
All-on-4 dental implants are an excellent option for patients who have lost most or all of their teeth and want a permanent, stable solution. However, candidates need to have sufficient jawbone density to support the implants or may require bone grafting. A consultation with our skilled dental implant dentists in Greater Grand Rapids, MI, can determine if this treatment is right for you.
Book a Dental Implant Consultation
44 West Dental Professionals is proud to be serving Greater Grand Rapids with two convenient locations in Grandville and Cascade.If you’re ready to rediscover your smile and regain your quality of life, contact our dental implant dentists in Greater Grand Rapids, MI, today. Let us help you take the first step toward a healthier, more confident smile. Call (616) 530-2200 or fill out our online contact form.