All On 4 Dental Implants

All-On-4 Dental Implants

Rebuild Your Smile After Tooth Loss

When you have multiple damaged or missing teeth, it can feel isolating. The idea of having to see a dentist and start the process to replace all of them can feel like an impossibly daunting, drawn-out and expensive task. Luckily, all-on-4 dental implants can give you a natural-looking, fully functional smile in one procedure! Dr. Morales can give your smile back to you, so you can eat your favorite foods and smile confidently again.

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What are All on 4 Dental Implants?

All on 4 dental implants are a state-of-the-art solution for individuals who have lost most or all of their teeth. This innovative technique involves strategically placing four dental implants in the upper or lower jaw, which serve as a stable foundation for a full arch of replacement teeth. Unlike traditional dentures, these implants are permanently anchored in your jawbone, providing a secure and natural-looking restoration.

What All-On-4 Implants Can Give You

Improved Oral Health: By preserving the jawbone and reducing the risk of bone loss, these implants contribute to better overall oral health.
Enhanced Comfort and Functionality: Enjoy the comfort of a stable and secure fit that allows you to eat, speak, and smile with confidence.
Aesthetic Appeal: All on 4 implants provide a natural and aesthetically pleasing appearance, enhancing your smile and facial structure.
Long-Lasting Solution: With proper care, these implants can last a lifetime, making them a worthwhile investment in your oral health.
Convenience: Say goodbye to the hassle of removable dentures and the need for adhesives.

The All-On-4 Implant Process

Consultation: An initial examination and discussion with our Coral Gables dentists to determine your suitability for the procedure.
Planning: Utilizing advanced imaging techniques to plan the precise placement of the implants.
Surgery: The placement of the four implants in a minimally invasive procedure.
Healing: A period of healing and osseointegration, where the implants fuse with the jawbone.
Final Restoration: Attaching your custom-made, permanent teeth to the implants.

The Ideal All-On-4 Candidate

A good candidate is typically someone who:

Has lost most or all of their teeth
Struggles with traditional dentures
Has insufficient bone density for individual dental implants
Doesn’t smoke or chew tobacco
Wants a permanent solution to their tooth loss so they can eat, talk, and laugh confidently again

A consultation with Dr. Morales is the best way to find out if all-on-4 implants can work for you.

Take The First Step Toward Your Dream Smile

Are you tired of living with missing teeth? Of having to hide your smile behind closed lips in photos or having to choose your meals based on chewability rather than taste? All-on-4 dental implants can transform your smile in one simple procedure, and with the proper care they will last you a lifetime. Dr. Morales has years of clinical experience and the assistance of the latest dental technology, so your smile is in capable hands.

Give us a call and start smiling confidently again!

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How long do all-on-4 dental implants last?

All-on-4 dental implants are designed to be a long-term solution for tooth loss. With diligent oral hygiene and regular dental check-ups, these implants can last for many decades, often a lifetime. It’s important to follow post-operative care instructions, maintain good oral hygiene, and regularly visit your dentist for check-ups to give your implants the best chance of succeeding.

2. Are immediate-load implants painful?

Like any surgical procedure, the all-on 4-implant surgery can result in some discomfort in the recovery stage, but our anesthesia and sedation options ensure that you don’t feel any pain during the procedure. Post-surgical pain is usually manageable with prescribed or over-the-counter pain medications, and most of our patients report a quick and relatively comfortable recovery period.

3. How do I care for my all-on-4 implants?

Caring for your all-on-4 dental implants involves brushing, flossing, and regular dental check-ups and cleanings just like caring for your natural teeth. With any implants, regular dental visits are crucial to ensure the health of your implants and surrounding tissues. Dr. Morales and our team will give you all the care instructions and information you need to keep your new smile in tip top shape.

4. Is the procedure covered by insurance?

Dental insurance coverage for all-on-4 dental implants varies by provider and plan. Many insurance plans may cover a portion of the procedure, especially if it’s deemed medically necessary. Our friendly front desk team can assist you in understanding and maximizing your insurance benefits, as well as exploring financing options to make the procedure work for you.

5. Are all-on-4 implants the same as “teeth in a day”?

Yes, all-on-4 dental implants allow you to walk out of our office with a brand-new, fully functional smile on the same day. Due to the load-bearing design of placing four implants in the areas where they’ll be most stable, we are able to attach a set of temporary teeth on the same day as your implant surgery. These temporary teeth serve as a provisional solution while you heal and the implants integrate with your jawbone – a process known as osseointegration. After this healing period, your temporary teeth are replaced with permanent, custom-made teeth, completing the transformation of your smile. Throughout this process, you won’t have to deal with removable teeth and you will never be without a functioning smile.

6. Are implant-supported dentures the same thing as all-on-4 implants?

Implant-supported dentures differ from all-on-4 dental implants primarily in the implant count and attachment method. These dentures may use more than four implants and are often designed to be removable, unlike the fixed all-on-4 implants.