All-on-4 Implants
Thinking of dentures to replace missing teeth? All-on-4 implants in Newcastle offer a permanent solution!
What Are All-on-4 Implants?
It’s a dental implant prosthesis that restores an entire arch of teeth by supporting it on just four implants. Instead of screwing a post into your jawbone for every missing tooth, our Newcastle cosmetic dentist will strategically place four posts across the arch.
Then, they’ll take scans of your mouth to customise a set of prosthetic teeth that are secured to the implants. The result is a restoration that mimics your natural teeth without needing several implants.
Who Should Get All-on-4 Implants
Wondering if all-on-4 implants are a good choice for you? You’re a good candidate if you:
- Are missing several teeth in the same dental arch, with remaining teeth in good condition
- Have a completely empty dental arch at the top or bottom of your mouth
- Aren’t eligible for other types of tooth restoration treatments
- Have enough jawbone density to hold the implants in place or undergo a bone graft if needed
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Benefits of All-on-4 Implants
It’s Quick
Many patients describe getting all-on-4 implants as being similar to getting custom dentures. Although there will be a brief waiting period to allow the implant sites to heal, it’s still quick considering you’re getting a complete arch of teeth. The procedure is also streamlined, so you’ll be done in two visits: the first is to insert the implants and the second is to secure the prosthesis.
Eat and Speak With Comfort
Missing teeth do more than just take a toll on your self-esteem – they also make it harder to eat and speak. Sure, dentures can help, but you’ll still deal with the issue of dentures sliding around, making it harder to eat certain foods. With all-on-4 implants, you will have some trouble speaking and eating during the first few weeks. But once the implant sites heal, you can go back to speaking naturally and eating your favorite foods.
Little Downtime
Although getting all-on-4 implants requires oral surgery, it involves a less intense healing process. The implants start fusing to your jawbone quickly, and while you’ll feel some tenderness and discomfort, it subsides in a few days. As long as you follow your dentist’s instructions on how to take care of the implant site and what to avoid, you can get back to your daily routine in no time.
Protect Your Jawbone Density
Having a missing tooth is hard enough, but leaving it unaddressed can affect your jawbone density. All-on-4 implants mimic the actions of real teeth, protecting the jawbone’s volume in the process. Without implants or anything to hold it in place, you risk facing bone resorption, which contributes to facial aging.
What To Expect From the All-on-4 Procedure in Newcastle
When you visit our Newcastle cosmetic dental clinic for all-on-4 implants, here’s what you can expect from the procedure:
Examination and Consultation:
We begin each patient’s treatment process with a complimentary consultation. This is where you meet with our expert cosmetic dentist, who will conduct an examination to assess your dental health. They’ll also discuss your oral health goals before recommending treatment solutions.
Implant Surgery
At your second visit to the clinic, you’ll undergo the all-on-4 implant surgery and other preparatory processes involved. This means removing any teeth that need to be extracted, addressing infections, and performing bone grafts before placing the implants. Don’t worry, you’ll be sedated, so you won’t feel any pain. After the surgery, you’ll need to rest for a few weeks so the implant sites heal. Meanwhile, the lab will prepare your custom-made teeth.
Teeth Placement
Once your teeth are ready, you’ll visit the clinic for a third time. That’s when your custom-made teeth will be secured to the implants permanently. This doesn’t involve any pain and you’ll be leaving the clinic with a brand new smile.
Why Choose Us For All-on-4 Implants in Newcastle
Certified Professionals
Our restorative and cosmetic dentists have years of experience in performing the all-on-four procedure, including several complex cases.
Family Friendly Dentistry
We specialise in family friendly dentistry and treating patients with dental fear. We take care to provide personalized care that’s tailored to your needs, looking after your comfort and safety, each step of the way.
Premium Dental Implants
At our cosmetic dentistry clinic, we only use Nobel Bio-Care dental implants that are backed by decades of research. Each implant is strategically placed to ensure a perfect fit and long lasting performance.
Complimentary Consultation
We offer a free initial consultation with an expert cosmetic dentist, where they perform an assessment and determine your eligibility for the procedure. They’ll also walk you through other treatment options.
FAQs
How are all-on-4 implants different from dentures?
All-on-4 implants are a permanent, non-removable solution to having missing teeth, while dentures are removable, so they don’t fit in your mouth properly. This makes them an uncomfortable option that’s harder to eat and talk with. All-on-4 implants also look more natural than dentures, so they’re an aesthetically pleasing option, too.
Does it hurt to get all-on-4 implants?
Though you can expect some discomfort after the All-on-4 implant procedure, the surgery itself isn’t painful because you’ll receive anesthesia. Once the implants are inserted, it takes some time for the implant sites to heal. After that, you won’t have to deal with any pain or discomfort.
How long do all-on-4 implants last?
The all-on-4 procedure involves inserting highly durable titanium implants into the jawbone. This durability makes implants a long-lasting solution to missing teeth, so you can expect them to last for about 20 years. With the right care, it’s possible that your implants can last a lifetime. Meanwhile, the dental prosthesis (dentures) may need early replacement due to daily wear and tear.
What can I eat after getting all-on-4 implants?
After your all-on-4 implant surgery, you’ll be advised to avoid having hard, sticky, and spicy foods that can impair the healing process. Foods like yogurt, soup, smoothies, and other soft foods are recommended because they don’t strain the implant site and encourage healing.