At Gables Exceptional Dentistry, we offer the All-on-4 procedure for patients who are looking for a convenient way to replace missing teeth. If you live in the Coral Gables area and have experienced tooth loss, we encourage you to visit our office to discuss the options available to you.
All-on-4® Dental Implants
You Do Not Have to Live With Tooth Loss
According to the Periodontic Association of America, roughly 175 million people of all ages have lost one or more teeth, and this number is actually expected to increase over time. This has spurred growth in the tooth replacement industry and the revolution of dental implants. Implants are a way to get the most natural-looking and behaving replacement teeth. However, the standard implant procedure is not always physically viable or convenient. In this situation, the All-on-4 procedure can be a better solution.
What is All-on-4®?
All-on-4 is a minimally invasive method that uses only four dental implants to support a full arch (upper or lower) of fixed replacement teeth. It allows a patient to have a full set of teeth without having to undergo multiple surgeries to place a full set of implants.
The best thing about All-on-4 is that we can typically complete treatment in our office during one appointment under local anesthesia. For our patients who have lost all their teeth or may need to have their remaining teeth extracted due to decay, this is an amazing advancement that allows them to have a full set of teeth without undergoing multiple procedures. All-on-4 gives patients teeth that look real and act like their original teeth.
Who Should Get All-on-4®?
The ideal candidate for All-on-4 implants is someone who already wears dentures or is missing most of their teeth. We also recommend All-on-4 for someone who does not have the bone density to support a full set of individual implants, the time to have individual implants placed, or the budget to pay for them.
All-on-4 is faster and more affordable than conventional dental implants and offers patients a chance to improve their quality of life by replacing teeth with fixed implants instead of removable dentures.
Why Choose All-on-4®
There are several reasons All-on-4 implants are better than dentures.
The Success of All-on-4® Implants at Our Coral Gables Dental Office
The Oral and Maxillofacial Associates state that All-on-4 implants have a success rate of 98%. With All-on-4 implants, patients have a 98% probability of leaving our Coral Gables dental office with a perfect set of teeth that are permanently attached to their jawbone. To discuss how successful the procedure could be for you, call (305) 614-2438.
The Process of Getting All-on-4® at Gables Exceptional Dentistry
Typically, the surgery takes approximately two hours and 30 minutes per arch. We can place your All-on-4 implants in your upper arch, your lower arch, or both at the same time. The process of getting All-on-4 implants can be described in four steps:
Step 1
We perform a detailed examination where we consider your dental records, existing health conditions, whether you currently have a denture, what your facial structure needs are, and any other factors that may come into play when placing your implants.
Step 2
We take CT scans — which are 3D pictures — of the jawbone to gather critical information about where the bone, sinuses, and nerves are located so we can determine the optimal positions for the replacement teeth.
Step 3
We create a computer simulation of the implants, which we digitally position into the jawbone at the appropriate locations to give you the most support for your dental prosthetic — adjusting as needed to fabricate your perfect set of replacement teeth.
Step 4
We will perform oral surgery to place the implants directly into your jawbone and secure your new set of teeth in place.
Schedule a Consultation
At Gables Exceptional Dentistry, we can replace your teeth with All-on-4 implants, a convenient and innovative procedure. To discuss the many benefits of All-on-4 implants or to get started, call and schedule an examination and consultation with our Coral Gables, FL dental office.