All-On-Four Dental Implants

With proper care, All-on-4 implants typically last 20+ years, with many patients enjoying them for life. The implants themselves are permanent, though the prosthetic teeth may need replacing after 10-15 years due to normal wear. This far exceeds dentures, which need replacing every 5-7 years.

Initially, stick to soft foods like soups and mashed vegetables while healing. Once your permanent teeth are fitted and you're fully healed (3-6 months), you can eat anything you enjoyed with natural teeth – including steak, apples, and corn on the cob. No food restrictions!

All-on-4 implants are permanently fixed and feel like natural teeth – no removal for cleaning, no adhesives, no slipping or clicking. They preserve your jawbone, maintain facial structure, and restore full bite strength. You care for them like natural teeth with regular brushing and flossing.

Yes! Many All-on-4 patients transition from dentures. Long-term denture wear often causes bone loss, but our comprehensive assessment includes bone grafting if needed. Even patients with significant bone loss can usually receive All-on-4 implants with proper preparation.

Your journey begins with comprehensive planning using CBCT scans. On treatment day, we extract any remaining teeth, place four implants at precise angles, and attach temporary teeth. You leave with a functional smile the same day! After healing, we create and fit your custom permanent teeth.