All-on-4® by Nobel Biocare in Fredericksburg

How Does All-on-4 Work?

With All-on-4, your dentist is fixing your new permanent denture to your jawbone. In addition to looking and feeling just like your real teeth, All-on-4 dentures just need to be brushed, flossed, and cared for like your own natural teeth. It's a great option whether you've lost teeth to aging, decay, or a dental injury.

During treatment, your dentist attaches four implants to a full bridge or denture on the upper or lower jaw. Posts are inserted at an angle into the jaw to allow implants to be placed deeper than traditional implants. The bonus of this is that bone grafts often aren't necessary with All-on-4. All of the titanium posts used with this treatment are made of bone-compatible material that facilitates quick healing. Our office offers sedation to make this a comfortable experience. Next, you're given a temporary denture to wear until your custom All-on-4 denture is ready. We'll make your denture to match the shape and shade of your natural teeth for a flawless final look.

There may be cases where your All-on-4 treatment can be fully done in a single office visit. We'll let you know if you're a candidate for this during your consultation.

What Happens After Getting All-on-4 Dentures?

First, let's talk about what to expect for your first visit. Your dentist will provide a full examination of your mouth to let you know if you're an ideal All-on-4 candidate. If so, we'll let you know if we think you need any other concerns addressed prior to starting treatment. This can include anything from getting an existing cavity taken care of to extracting a decaying tooth.

After you have your posts placed as part of the All-on-4 process, your dentist will provide aftercare instructions. The healing stage is important because it's when your gums and jaw are able to properly heal and accept the post. Following your dentist's care instructions and keeping the area clean will be important for preventing infection. However, care is generally very basic and easy.

What Is the Typical All-on-4 Dental Implants Cost?

All-on-4 experiences are all unique. When you visit our office, we'll give you a custom quote to help you make your decision. Something we can tell you is that All-on-4 dental implants can actually be much more affordable compared to other procedures for restoring lost teeth. It generally costs less than traditional dental implants because you can use fewer implants. We'll be happy to do a cost comparison for you between All-on-4 and other options.

How Do I Compare All-on-4 vs. Traditional Implants?

Both can leave you with a vivid, restored smile. However, All-on-4 tends to get you there much faster. All-on-4 provides a full dental arch anchored by four implants. If you chose traditional implants, you may need up to four implants per arch. You also generally don't need to deal with bone grafting with All-on-4 because the posts can go deeper into the jaw. Overall, it adds up to a less invasive process that actually goes much quicker. Recovery is also generally much faster and gentler.

How Does All-on-4 Compare to Traditional Dentures?

All-on-4 before and after results are often much more natural compared to typical removal dentures. The experience for the person wearing them is also very different. With standard dentures, the dentures are resting on the gums. They require adhesive to stay in place. They also need to be removed for brushing.

None of this is necessary with All-on-4 because they remain securely attached using posts that heal within your jawbone. There's also a long-term benefit to All-on-4 versus normal dentures. By being fixed into the jaw, All-on-4 dentures actually support and retain the shape of your jawline.

How Do I Find All-on-4 Dental Implants Near Me?

Look no further for an All-on-4 dentist offering this treatment right near you. Our treatment has helped countless patients in Fredericksburg get confident smiles they love. We also offer plenty of other restoration options if All-on-4 doesn't end up being the right choice for you. Just schedule a consultation to learn more about this comfortable, permanent denture option.