If you need to replace a full arch of teeth, you are probably looking at removable dentures. While dentures are a common choice, you’ll need to make many lifestyle changes with them – including more complicated oral hygiene and dietary limitations. You owe it to yourself to consider implant dentures instead.
Dr. Patel is a Fellow in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, which means he has advanced expertise with dental implants. He can advise you on the best solution for your smile. Schedule a consultation with him today by calling 845-582-3985.
One of the most affordable and easiest ways to replace a full mouth of teeth with implants is with an All-on-4 treatment. This procedure takes its name from the number of implants used to keep your teeth in place. Dr. Patel can perform it in your upper jaw, lower jaw, or both jaws. If more implants are needed to stabilize your teeth, he will use six implants.
Two of the four dental implants are inserted at a vertical angle to maximize their contact with your jawbone. Careful placement is the key to All-on-4 implants. So Dr. Patel uses 3-D imaging and computer-guided technology to plan and perform your procedure.
An All-on-4 offers many advantages:
- You’ll Get Your Teeth in Less Time – With an All-on-4, you may be able to get your implants and teeth in a single appointment. After placing four (or sometimes six) implants, your dentist will attach a full arch of teeth to them. You’ll wear it while your implants heal. Once they have, you’ll return to our office for your more permanent replacement teeth. The good news is, you can show off a full smile and eat many foods during your healing period.
- You’ll Likely Pay Less – Eight implants are typically used for implant dentures. Since only half that many are used for All-on-4, your treatment will likely cost less.
- It’s Easier on Your Jawbone – Another advantage to fewer implants: it’s easier on your jaw. Your procedure will go more quickly, and you’ll heal in less time too.
- Maintaining Your Replacement Teeth Is Easy – Removable dentures require a new cleaning routine with tablets and soaking. But the teeth you receive with an All-on-4 stay fixed in place. You just brush and floss like you always have to keep your teeth clean. If any extra maintenance is ever needed, your dentist can take care of it.Â
- You’ll Enjoy a Superior Feel and Function – Since your new teeth are attached to implants, you won’t have to worry about embarrassing slips or shifts. Your teeth won’t move around or feel loose, and you’ll never need adhesive. You’ll find it easier to eat and speak.
- You’ll Look Younger – Once embedded in your jaw, implants function like natural tooth roots. That means they stimulate new bone growth. This keeps your jaw from shrinking, so you’ll look younger. Plus, your teeth won’t loosen as your jaw changes. So you won’t need any relining procedures to maintain a snug fit.
Need to replace a full arch of teeth? Call Warwick Valley Dental at 845-582-3985 to visit our Warwick, NY office for a consultation. See if All-on-4 implants are right for you.