All-on-Four

All-on-4 Dental Implants in India - Restore Your Smile with Fewer Implants

This short explains the All-on-4 dental implant procedure. It is a method for replacing a full arch of missing teeth using four titanium implants as a foundation.

What is the All-on-4 concept

This technique is designed to provide a full-arch restoration with as few implants as possible.

• A full-arch solution. It replaces all the teeth in your upper or lower jaw with a fixed, non-removable bridge.
• Four titanium implants. The bridge is supported by four strategically placed implants. The two at the back are often angled to make better use of available bone.
• Avoiding bone grafts. By angling the rear implants, the procedure can sometimes avoid the need for a separate bone grafting operation.
• Immediate teeth. In many cases, a temporary set of teeth can be attached to the implants on the same day as the surgery.

The treatment process

Treatment is typically staged over several months to allow for proper healing.

• Assessment and planning. An implantologist will assess your jaw with X-rays and a CT scan to plan the placement of the implants.
• Implant surgery. The four titanium implants are placed into the jawbone during a surgical procedure, usually under local anaesthetic or sedation.
• Healing period. The implants need several months to fuse with the bone, a process called osseointegration. You would wear a temporary bridge during this time.
• Final bridge fitting. Once healing is complete, your final, permanent bridge is custom-made and secured to the implants.

Who is a candidate for this treatment

• You may be a candidate if you have lost, or are about to lose, all teeth in one or both jaws.
• Sufficient bone quantity and quality in the jaw is needed to secure the implants.
• Good oral and general health is important. Conditions like uncontrolled diabetes can affect healing.
• The treatment is most successful for non-smokers, as smoking can increase the risk of implant failure.

Whether All-on-4 is the right option for you depends on your specific clinical situation. A final recommendation can only be made by a specialist after a full examination and review of your dental scans.