All-on-4® uses four strategically placed and angled dental implants to support an entire arch of replacement teeth. By doing this, it offers more stability than a removable denture with fewer dental implants to replace a full arch than individual implants would require.
Fewer Implants for a Full Arch
Traditional implant treatment involves placing an individual implant to restore each missing tooth. This would mean eight or more for a full arch. All-on-4 takes a different approach, using four precisely placed implants to anchor a full, fixed arch of teeth. This reduces both the number of implant procedures needed and, as a result (usually), overall treatment time.
More Stability Than Traditional Dentures
Unlike a traditional denture that rests on the gums and relies on suction or adhesive, All-on-4 is fixed in place, anchored directly to the implants. This eliminates the slipping, shifting, and adhesive dependency that come with removable dentures, while also restoring significantly more chewing power.
Jawbone Preservation
Because the implants integrate with the jawbone (via osseointegration), All-on-4 stimulates the jawbone like a natural tooth and helps preserve its density, something a traditional denture can't do. Over time, this helps maintain facial structure that might otherwise change as the jawbone deteriorates.
Are You a Candidate for All-on-4 in Huntsville, AL?
The best way to confirm whether All-on-4 is the right smile restoration option for you is a full, professional evaluation of your remaining teeth, gums, and jawbone.
So, if missing teeth or failing dentures are affecting your daily quality of life, don’t wait any longer! Contact Dr. Brian Cook and the caring, professional Twickenham Family Dentistry team today to schedule a consultation.