All On 4 Dentures
Reclaim Your Smile with All On 4 Dentures in Frisco, TX
Embrace a new natural, radiant, and healthy smile with an All-on-4 implant supported denture . Stonebriar Facial & Oral Surgery is proud to offer a permanent alternative to traditional dentures with all on 4 dentures. This implant solution allows you to reclaim the form and function of your smile that you were used to with natural teeth.
The Importance of Dental Restorations
Missing or severely compromised teeth are more than a cosmetic concern. Decayed, damaged and missing teeth can impact your ability to speak and eat. Moreover, compromised, infected and decayed teeth can also affect adjacent, otherwise healthy teeth. Loss of teeth without timely replacement often results in bone atrophy, loss of bone and decreased bone density. Replacing problematic teeth in a timely manner can reduce or eliminate many of these problems.
Exploring Restoration Options
All on 4 dentures are a contemporary restoration that has revolutionized how surgeons and dentists view replacing a full set of teeth. Traditional dentures are prostheses that rely on suction for stability which offers limited success and predictability. In contrast, all on 4 dentures are a modern alternative that securely replaces the upper and lower teeth with a full dental bridge supported by only four dental implants.
Understanding All On 4 Dentures
The all on 4 procedure involves placing four dental implants to support a full arch dental prosthesis. Typically, the teeth are extracted, the bone is smoothed, implants are placed and a fixed implant supported temporary prosthesis is secured to the implants on the same day. A short healing period follows to allow osseointegration of the implants to the bone. Once appropriate implant healing has been confirmed after approximately 3mo, you will be released to your dentist to start the process for fabrication of the final all-on-4 permanent prosthesis. The benefit of this solution is the ability to attach a fixed temporary set of denture teeth to the implants on the SAME DAY. TEETH IN A DAY! There is no need to worry about a mobile or loose prosthesis while the implants heal to the bone. We only ask that you follow a soft diet and avoid hard, crunchy and chewy foods to allow the implants to heal undisturbed.
Restore the Form & Function of Your Smile
Traditional dentures are often uncomfortable, unstable and frustrating. They are only secured with suction and, when this suction fails, they require a sticky denture adhesive to stay in place. Obviously, this makes chewing and speaking challenging, unpredictable and worrisome for the patient that is concerned the denture may slip or fall out in public. In contrast, all on 4 dentures are secured to the bone with dental implants completely restoring the form, function and stability of the smile and the bite. Because implants are placed in the jawbone, this bone is stimulated during function preserving the density and volume of the bone over time.
The Benefits of All On 4 Dentures
All on 4 dentures provide patients with a refreshed smile in more ways than one. The leading benefits include:
- Natural look and feel
- THE ROOF OF THE MOUTH IS NOT COVERED WITH ACRYLIC. Traditional dentures are secured with suction which necessitates full palatal coverage with acrylic. Patients with traditional dentures cannot feel the TEXTURE of food when they eat. The All-on-4 prosthesis is slim and allows the palate to be completely exposed allowing the patient to chew, taste and appreciate the feel and texture of food when they eat!
- Ability to immediately load the implants with a fixed prosthesis IN THE SAME DAY!
- Even bite distribution. The All-on-4 replaces teeth from molar to molar.
- Improved oral function, far superior to traditional dentures.
- Cost-effective and permanent
- Timely results and recovery
- Often the All-on-4 solution allows the patient to avoid bone grafting.
- Preserves jawbone integrity over time.
All On 4 Dentures Consultation
This procedure begins with a comprehensive evaluation of the patient’s oral health and jawbone structure to ensure they are a candidate for an all on 4 implant dentures. Our team at Stonebriar Facial & Oral Surgery will conduct a visual assessment, review your medical history and take a 3D cone beam CT scan to fully evaluate the dimensions of the maxillary and mandibular bone. We will then discuss the best course of action for you.
Placement of All On 4 Implant Dentures
The first step in the all on 4 procedure involves removal of the problematic teeth and placement of the dental implants. Patients are typically administered an IV sedation so they are comfortably asleep during the procedure. Once asleep, the patient is given a local anesthetic and the teeth are extracted, bone is smoothed and implants are placed. If all the implants achieve a minimum torque value, the patients denture is modified by removing the palate and excess acrylic and secured to the newly placed dental implants.
Placement of All On 4 Dentures Implant Dentures
The fixed temporary prosthesis that is secured to the implants on the day of surgery allows the patient to chew with a stable prosthesis during their recovery. While most patients experience minimal discomfort, we allow the implants to heal for 3 months. During this time, we are simply waiting for the dental implants fuse with the surrounding bone in a process called osseointegration. Osseointegration ensures the implants offer maximum stability for years of successful function.
Final All On 4 Dentures Appointment
After the implant healing period, patients will return to Stonebriar Facial & Oral Surgery to confirm osseointegration of the dental implants. Once we confirm appropriate implant healing, we will release the patient to their restorative dentist for fabrication of the final all-on-4 prosthesis. This process takes a few appointments and allows the patient to design the final set of teeth with their dentist. The patient can keep what they like (tooth shade or tooth shape) and change what they don’t like so the FINAL set of teeth is exactly what they want!
All On 4 Denture Implant Candidates
All on 4 implant dentures are an excellent option for individuals who have lost most or all of the teeth in an arch (upper or lower teeth). The oral and maxillofacial surgeons at Stonebriar Facial and Oral Surgery will review your medical history, 3D cone beam CT scan and determine whether you are a candidate for an all-on-4 implant solution.
All On 4 Implant Dentures Recovery
The all on 4 implant dentures recovery is fast and comfortable. Because the temporary prosthesis is secured to the newly placed dental implants, there is little to no pressure on the tissue. Patients often experience minimal swelling and tenderness which is easily managed with prescription pain medications. Your surgeon will provide you with detailed aftercare guidelines to ensure your recovery is as easy as possible.
Choose Stonebriar Facial & Oral Surgery
Our surgeons have an unparalleled expertise with dental implant placement. We have offered the All-on-4 to our patients for many years and perform the procedure regularly. We have actually watched the all-on-4 process evolve over the years as new imaging technology and laboratory techniques have been introduced. You can be assured that we know what works and what doesn’t when it comes to all-on-4 and dental implants. Our patient-centric approach and years of experience should instill confidence that our board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeons will deliver exceptional results.
Get Started with All On 4 Permanent Dentures
If you’re ready for a renewed smile, you’ve come to the right place. Stonebriar Facial & Oral Surgery is your source for all on 4 dentures in Frisco. To get started or learn more, fill out a contact form or give us a call to speak with our professionals today.