Implants Made Easy
All on 4 treatment is a dental implant technique where the upper or lower set of teeth are extracted and replaced with typically just 4-6 dental implants. These implants act as a support mechanism for the placement of a new, complete set of teeth that is permanently fixed in place as compared to the traditional method involving removable dentures. For patients wanting the gold standard in full mouth rehabilitation and esthetics, all on 4 dental implants are the highest level of dental care you can receive!
The benefit to this approach is that all remaining teeth and any previously missing teeth can be replaced in one visit. When completely replacing a single arch of teeth, not only is biting and chewing improved by replacing any missing back teeth, but esthetics are also easily improved as well! Major changes such as getting rid of any gaps, changing the color of all teeth in the smile, and even correcting over/under bites can be accomplished.
Our office utilizes a multi-discipline approach including MD anesthesiologists for sleep dentistry during the surgical procedure of removing teeth and placing the implants as well as an on-site professionally trained lab technician who assists in the creation and delivery of the temporary and permanent sets of teeth. Our team based approach of implant placing doctors boasts over 50 years of combined experience as well as thousands of implants placed!
Benefits of Implants
Improved Appearance – Losing teeth can cause severe issues with the jawbone and facial structure. Dental implants are permanent replacements for both your teeth and their roots. Your new smile will restore what has been lost with time and improve overall bone structure so that you can look and feel like yourself again.
More Permanent than Dentures – The implants provided at Lakeview Dental are fixed and non-removable. This solution makes it possible to chew normally again and provides a much easier experience than traditional dentures. Dentures are a temporary solution that make it nearly impossible to create a set that fits and chews perfectly due to further bone loss that occurs the longer someone is without teeth. This not only results in an artificial look for your smile but it may also cause severe discomfort or pain.
Improved You, Inside and Out – The effects of All-On-4 dental implants go beyond just superficial improvements. Your new teeth will eliminate gum sensitivity and allow you to chew and smile without discomfort. This will fast track your journey to better health while making social interactions easier and more enjoyable as well.
Shorter Treatment, Smaller Cost – Since the treatment can be done all at once rather than over months or years, same day dental implants require fewer procedures for us and down time for you. The quick turnaround translates to more convenience and less cost when compared to a standard set of dentures or repairing and replacing teeth one by one.
Like most things in life, you get what you pay for. There are many competent, skilled clinicians providing similar treatment and while we are not the cheapest out there, we are also not the most expensive either.
Our team of surgeons and restorative doctors have decades of combined experience in placing and restoring dental implants which translates into:
- Less discomfort and quicker recoveries
- Minimal risk of implant failure
- Reduced complication risks
- Implants and materials that can last a lifetime
- And frankly, avoiding those issues typically means a smaller investment over the life of your All On 4 implants (which should last for your lifetime)
Above all else, our team strives to treat people the way we want to be treated and does whatever necessary to make sure our patients’ needs are met to their satisfaction!
Insurance plans unfortunately leave much to be desired when it comes to helping provide their clients with the proper support for their oral health. Annual maximums are quickly met when dealing with large, comprehensive treatment such as All on 4 dental implants.
We have several financial partners such as CareCredit and Proceed Finance that offer competitive rates for those wishing to finance some or all of their investment.
Our office also offers in-house financial arrangements over the course of treatment which typically spans 3-4 months while healing occurs. Speak to one of our team members to inquire about specifics of these options!
While every case is unique, All On 4 dental implant procedures typically range from $22,000 – 29,000, depending on the type of replacement teeth you choose per arch. Dr. Heizer and Dr. O’Grady can help you weigh the pros and cons and decide on the best option for your unique situation.
The replacement teeth can be made from acrylic resin for the basic healing denture or porcelain (Zirconia), which is the most durable and recommended material for dental implant restorations.
The All On 4 Dental implants can be made of various biomaterials, but titanium is most commonly used because it is the most compatible with human biology. Similar to the material used in other surgical procedures such as total joint replacements.
With proper care and oral hygiene routine, there is no reason that your All On 4 dental implants can’t last a lifetime!
Typically somewhere between 2-5 follow-up visits will be completed over the next 12-17 weeks to check for signs of infection, monitor wound healing, and make necessary adjustments to the bite as needed. Most follow-up appointments are brief 15-30 minutes in length.
Once sufficient healing has taken place, one of these appointments will be to make an impression for the final, permanent set of teeth that will then be delivered after being custom made at NexGen Dental Studio.
Patients electing to only purchase the Basic, healing set of acrylic teeth will have their dentures immediately attached to their implants at the day of surgery so you walk out the door with your new smile in place.
Most of our patients however elect to have a more esthetic, long lasting permanent Zirconia appliance made that is typically attached after complete gum and bone healing has occurred in 3-4 months. These patients will wear their acrylic, healing set of teeth during that entire process so they are never without a beautiful smile.
We typically recommend taking at least a couple of days off of work to recover. Not everyone needs them, but it’s best to have the option lined up.
We can typically make accommodations for individual schedules, but our typical surgery days are on Fridays which allows for several days to recover over the weekend.
As with any surgical procedure post-op swelling, discomfort, and pain are to be expected. Our pre-procedure and post-procedure protocols include various medications including antibiotics, steroids, and pain meds to properly manage your level of comfort.
Most all of our patients remark being pleasantly surprised at experiencing less pain and soreness than they had anticipated.
The complete All On 4 dental implants procedure usually takes between 3 and 4 hours but can be longer if performing both upper and lower jaws at the same time.
No. The All On Four Dental Implants can be placed using either a local anesthetic alone or in combination with “sleep dentistry.”
“Sleep dentistry” uses IV Sedation to manage the fear, anxiety and discomfort that so often accompanies a visit to the dentist.
Sleep dentistry does not require hospitalization, meaning that your procedure can be completed right here at Lakeview Dental.
When you undergo sleep dentistry, your sedation is managed by a medical doctor who monitors your condition throughout the procedure to ensure your safety and comfort.