Instead of waiting for several months to get false teeth attached to the implants, patients can get them attached the same day. The process takes a shorter amount of time because it does not require bone grafts or a large number of implants. The All-on-4 implant process gives the patient natural-looking teeth and helps them feel at ease chewing, speaking, and socializing.
"The All-on-4 implant process gives the patient natural-looking teeth and helps them feel at ease chewing, speaking, and socializing."
When patients are missing only a few teeth, treatments such as partial dentures, bridges, or traditional implants may be a better fit. However, people who come to our office for All-on-4 implants either have no teeth, or their teeth are failing. Also, if a patient has certain health conditions, a bone graft may not be recommended and this treatment may be a safer choice.
All-on-4 implants are available at myDentist El Monte in El Monte and the surrounding area. You can restore your smile and once again enjoy the proper function of your mouth.
According to WebMD, tooth loss is a common but not inevitable part of aging.
Tooth loss can occur from an accident, such as a slip or fall that knocks out one or more teeth. Injuries such as hard blows to the face from playing sports or being involved in a vehicle accident could dislodge teeth as well. Over time, excessive decay or gum disease can compromise a tooth's structure and effectiveness. Teeth may wear down, fall out, or a dental professional may have to pull them.
"According to WebMD, tooth loss is a common but not inevitable part of aging."
Extreme tooth decay can cause severe pain and irritation. Aesthetically, a toothless smile can have emotional implications on a patient.
When a patient has large cavities or failing teeth, it can be challenging to consume hot or cold food and drinks.
Patients who have no teeth may have trouble eating and speaking. Some may find wearing a complete set of dentures less comfortable.
Patients who are missing teeth may avoid smiling or even being out in social settings.
All of these effects can significantly impact a person's quality of life. Luckily, there are many tooth replacement options. Our team can help patients determine if All-on-4 is the right solution for them.
Replacing the top or bottom arch of teeth with standard dental implants would require an implant for each tooth. Alternatively, All-on-4 uses just four implants to replace the top or bottom row of teeth. The treatment works even if the patient has no teeth at all. As explained in this article by the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, the four implants support the entire arch of replacement teeth. Also, this treatment does not require bone grafting. The implants will fuse with the existing bone and become part of the jaw. Because some of the implants are set at an angle, they are longer and offer more support.
"All-on-4 implant treatment is similar to getting regular implants. However, the procedure and recovery time is faster."
All-on-4 implant treatment is similar to getting regular implants. However, the procedure and recovery time is faster.
First, the doctor will take impressions and X-rays and send those to a lab.
At a subsequent appointment, our staff will use a local anesthetic to numb the patient and may have to remove any remaining damaged teeth.
Then, the dental professional will insert screws into four places in the upper and lower jaw. These titanium anchors will help support the artificial teeth throughout the mouth.
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Our team will send you home with specific aftercare instructions that you should follow exactly for proper healing and prevention of infection. Instructions commonly include brushing with a soft bristle toothbrush, sleeping with your head elevated and eating only soft foods. Immediately following the procedure you may be sore, have swelling and light bleeding. As always, call our office immediately if these symptoms get worse rather than subside.
"Patients should maintain proper care of the implants and their oral health. Just as with natural teeth, patients need to continue brushing and flossing daily."
Patients should maintain proper care of the implants and their oral health. Just as with natural teeth, patients need to continue brushing and flossing daily.
Continue brushing and flossing daily, just as with natural teeth.
Regular dental checkups are essential. A dentist should routinely examine the implants and artificial teeth to ensure that everything looks the way it should.
Call our office immediately if symptoms get worse rather than subside.
People who come to our office for All-on-4 implants either have no teeth, or their teeth are failing. Also, if a patient has certain health conditions, a bone graft may not be recommended and this treatment may be a safer choice. When patients are missing only a few teeth, treatments such as partial dentures, bridges, or traditional implants may be a better fit.
Tooth loss can occur from an accident, such as a slip or fall that knocks out one or more teeth. Injuries such as hard blows to the face from playing sports or being involved in a vehicle accident could dislodge teeth as well. Over time, excessive decay or gum disease can compromise a tooth's structure and effectiveness. Teeth may wear down, fall out, or a dental professional may have to pull them.
The All-on-4 implant treatment involves mounting all replacement teeth to four dental implants on the top and bottom of your mouth. The process includes taking impressions and X-rays, using local anesthetic to numb the patient, removing any remaining damaged teeth, and inserting titanium screws into four places in the upper and lower jaw to support the artificial teeth.
Follow specific aftercare instructions exactly for proper healing and prevention of infection. This includes brushing with a soft bristle toothbrush, sleeping with your head elevated, eating only soft foods initially, and continuing daily brushing and flossing. Regular dental checkups are essential to ensure the implants and artificial teeth look and function properly.
Good candidates for all teeth replacement typically have lost most or all of their teeth, or have teeth that are failing and cannot be saved. They should have adequate bone structure to support implants, be in good general health, and have realistic expectations about the procedure and results. Patients with certain health conditions may need special consideration.
Implant-supported dentures are permanently fixed in place and provide better stability, comfort, and chewing function. They don't require adhesives and won't slip or move. Removable dentures can be taken out for cleaning but may be less stable, require adhesives, and can cause discomfort or difficulty with eating and speaking.
The dental implant process typically involves consultation and planning, taking impressions and X-rays, preparing the jawbone if needed, surgically placing the titanium implant posts, allowing time for osseointegration (bone fusion), and finally attaching the artificial teeth or dentures. The entire process can take several months but provides a permanent solution for missing teeth.
The alveolar bone is the bone surrounding the root of the tooth that keeps the tooth in place.
A clasp is a device that holds a removable partial denture prosthesis to the teeth.
The denture base is the part of the denture that connects the artificial teeth with the soft tissue of the gums.
Edentulous is a term that applies to people who do not have any teeth.
A fixed full arch restoration is a common treatment option for edentulous patients who are missing either all or at least an entire arch of their teeth.
A fixed provisional bridge is a dental bridge that a dentist cements in place for a temporary amount of time to see if it works properly before making the bridge permanent.
Full arch rehabilitation involves using the All-on-4 to help patients maintain and use a new set of teeth that look natural.
Full arch treatment is the treatment process of replacing an entire arch of missing teeth and ensuring that everything fits properly.
A graftless procedure is a dental implant procedure that does not require the use of a bone graft prior to placing the dental implants.
Nobel Biocare is a company that manufactures dental implants and continues to innovate the market with new products and designs.
Periodontal disease is a condition that causes inflammation of the gingival tissues and membrane of the teeth, leading to tooth loss without professional treatment.
Pontic is another term for an artificial tooth on a fixed partial denture.
Resin and Acrylic are resinous materials that can be components in a denture base.
Stomatitis is the inflammation of the tissue that is underlying a denture that does not fit properly. It can also result from other oral health factors.
If you are missing teeth, consider All-on-4 implant surgery. Call us today at (626) 443-1000 to discuss your oral health needs. Join other patients in El Monte and rediscover your smile and ability to eat the foods you love. You may also finally feel good about your overall appearance.