FULL-ARCH TEETH REPLACEMENT

Traditional dentures are known for instability, slipping and sliding when wearers chew or speak. Implant teeth replacement, on the other hand, will never let you down because they become a real part of your smile. While traditional dentures, which need to be removed overnight for cleaning, can be inconvenient and uncomfortable, implant dentures stay in your mouth and always feel and look natural.

Another advantage of implant dentures is jawbone stimulation. Traditional dentures don’t put the right kind or amount of pressure on the wearer’s jawbone, which eventually leads to bone loss. Full-arch implants, however, place even pressure on the jawbone to prevent deterioration. This preserved bone structure both maintains a youthful facial shape and prevents further tooth loss.

All-on-4 and All-on-6

Dr. Salha will work with you to determine the exact right treatment, and the current technology affords you many options, but the most common Flushing, NY full-arch teeth replacement procedures are All-on-4 and All-on-6.

Dr. Salha is very thorough and will take all the time you need to explain each procedure step-by-step. He’ll address the treatment process, what you can expect during healing, and any questions you may have.

All-on-4

All-on-4 is the go-to treatment for a person missing all or most of the teeth on either or both dental arch(es). They may have significant bone loss due to gum disease, decay, or the amount of time that’s passed since tooth loss.

For a full mouth restoration, Dr. Salha will surgically place a total of four implants, and once they’re healed, you’ll get custom teeth replacements. If there is in fact significant bone loss, the teeth replacement will include additional height to replace the bone structure and restore the shape of your face. That additional portion will be matched to your gums and looks totally natural.

Not every All-on-4 patient needs a teeth-and-gums replacement. If bone loss is minimal, then a simple teeth replacement that either snaps or screws onto the implants will suffice. Again, the teeth replacement will look like your own teeth.

All-on-6 and All-on-x

All-on-6 starts with a total of six implants and may be a better option, depending upon bone health. Otherwise, the procedure is similar to All-on-4: Once the implants are fused to the jaw bone, you’ll get a teeth replacement that locks permanently in, by either screwing or snapping into place. The latter can be removed for cleaning, while a prosthesis that screws in will be brushed and cleaned inside your mouth just like your natural teeth and never need to be removed.

All-on-x represents custom scenarios that you and Dr. Salha will discuss at your consultation if needed. You may receive 7, 8, 9, etc. implants if your situation calls for it.