All-on-4 Dental Implants — Springfield, MO
A New Smile in a Single Appointment
The idea of dental implants appeals to many people who have suffered extensive tooth loss. However, they may hold back from scheduling a consultation with our dental team because they have heard that the dental implant process is long and expensive. They may not even believe they are a candidate for dental implants. If you can relate to such individuals, we invite you to talk to us about All-on-4 dental implants. This remarkable procedure may be able to provide you with a new smile in a single appointment!
How Do All-on-4 Implants Work?
After you complete your dental implant tooth replacement consultation and any necessary preliminary treatment, you’ll undergo your implant placement surgery. Dr. Tolliver will place two implants toward the back of your jawbone and two at the front, in places where the bone is naturally strong and thick. They will act as substitute tooth roots. Then, you’ll get a provisional denture to go on top of your implants right away. After you have healed sufficiently, you’ll receive a permanent denture to replace the provisional one.
Am I A Candidate for All-on-4 Dental Implants?
Most patients who have lost all or most of their teeth are candidates for All-on-4 — including many who have already suffered bone loss in their jaw. Such individuals might not even need a bone graft prior to their implant placement surgery.
Of course, the best way to find out whether you are a candidate for All-on-4 is by scheduling a consultation with Dr. Tolliver. In general, candidates for the procedure:
- Do not wish to put up with the inconveniences of traditional dentures
- Are free of active gum disease
- Are in fair overall health
- Have excellent oral hygiene habits and are committed to their treatment’s long-term success
What Are the Benefits of All-on-4 Dental Implants?
Some noteworthy benefits of the All-on-4 treatment include:
- The dentures are permanently attached to the implants that support them, so you can care for them much like you would care for natural teeth.
- They look beautiful.
- They provide a strong bite force that can stand up to most foods.
- Dental implants help to prevent bone loss in the jaw.
- Your new teeth will not slip out of place while you are eating or speaking.
All-on-4 vs. Traditional Dental Implants
Some key differences between All-on-4 and traditional implants include:
- The number of implants. Traditional implant treatments for full-arch replacement may require six or more implants, but All-on-4 typically requires just four.
- The number of surgeries. Most All-on-4 patients need only one surgery, whereas traditional treatment typically necessitates at least two.
- The streamlined nature of All-on-4 usually makes it more affordable than traditional treatments.
- All-on-4 usually comes with a shorter overall treatment timeline.
With all of that being said, there are some cases in which traditional treatment is better suited for a patient. Dr. Tolliver will help you compare all of your treatment options and settle on the one that best fits your circumstances.