What You Should Know About All-on-4

You've likely heard about dental implants and how they can restore a person's smile, but you might not know about All-On-4® dental implants and how they have revolutionized the way that people get implants to replace their lost teeth. We know that getting implants can feel like a scary process, but that's why we've prepared this post to tell you everything you need to know about All-on-4 dental implants and how you can get your smile back and start enjoying life, including eating the foods you love once.

What type of implants are they?

For those that have never had implants and are considering it, it's important to know that these aren't your typical dental implants. Instead, patients are given four fixed position dental implants used as support structures for dentures.

One of the main benefits of this type of approach is that patients don't need to get a separate dental implant for each missing tooth. This improves patients' options for tooth restoration and allows for more flexibility.

Also, unlike dental applications like traditional dentures, braces, and retainers, once the installation and healing are complete, there are no special restrictions or instructions to follow to use your teeth. Simply go about your day eating the foods you love and smiling again.

They are permanent

Because the implants and dentures are fused to the jawbone, patients are able to get a permanent solution to tooth loss that doesn't require dental applications or multiple visits to get the desired results. The implants secure the dentures in place, which then fuse to the bone creating a solid set of teeth that allow patients to eat and drink the way they used to.

Compared to traditional dentures, which are not fixed to the mouth and require denture adhesive, the implant and denture combination requires no adhesive or extra work. Additionally, there is the risk of movement or even the denture falling out with traditional dentures, but with implants, you won't have to ever worry about your dentures becoming loose or falling out.

The process is faster than standard implants

Because the patient only receives four implants, the entire procedure can be completed in one day of surgery versus several with traditional implants. Not only that, but the recovery time is also much lower than individual implants, with recovery time being just a few days once the final installation has been completed.

For those that don't have time for multiple surgeries and dental office visits, this makes them an excellent alternative to whole mouth tooth restoration. Even those anxious about undergoing surgery can feel more comfortable with only having to be put under once to have the procedure done. This means that more people than ever can find a permanent solution to tooth loss. 

From the first examination to the final installation, the entire process is relatively quick. Depending on whether existing teeth need to be removed, the healing time before the surgery, and your overall oral health, the entire process can take from as little as three months up to 8 months to complete. In less than a year, you can have an entire mouth full of teeth ready to smile and enjoy life the way you used to again.

Maintaining them is easy

You might be worried that having dental implants will require a lot of extra care and special instructions. Fear not; once the surgery is complete, you're advised to rinse with salt water until the healing process is complete. 

After that, you maintain your implants the same way you do your natural teeth. Brush and floss daily, use mouthwash or oral rinse and visit your dentist for regular checkups. The implants themselves are stronger than natural teeth, so you'll be able to eat all the foods you love without worrying about breaking or damaging a tooth, and with no extra maintenance required, it will be as though you have your natural teeth again.

Contact your dentist about All-on-4 today!

Now that we've given you all the information you need to know about these fantastic dental implants, we hope you're ready to restore your smile and start living your life the way you want to again. 

Contact your local dentist to see if you are a candidate for the implants and get started on your smile restoration journey today. No one should have to live without their smile, and now you have a great way to get your smile back!

Request an appointment here: https://thechesterfielddentist.com or call Chesterfield Dentist at (804) 412-0867 for an appointment in our Chester office.

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