All-on-4 Dental Implants Procedure: Step-by-Step Guide

The All-on-4 procedure replaces an entire arch of missing or failing teeth with a fixed bridge supported by four dental implants. It’s designed to feel more stable than removable dentures and look more like natural teeth.

Here’s what the process usually looks like.

Step 1: Consultation and Treatment Planning

Your journey begins with a comprehensive evaluation:

• Exam of teeth, gums, and bite
• X-rays and scans to assess jawbone and anatomy
• Review of health history and goals

Your dentist then creates a customized plan for implant placement and the design of your new teeth.

Step 2: Removal of Failing Teeth (If Needed)

If teeth in the arch can’t be saved, they may be removed on the day of surgery to create a clean foundation.

Step 3: Implant Placement

During surgery:

• Four implants are placed strategically in the jaw
• Two are typically placed toward the front
• Two are placed toward the back at specific angles to maximize available bone

Local anesthesia and, in some cases, sedation help keep you comfortable.

Step 4: Temporary Fixed Bridge

Many patients receive a temporary fixed bridge the same day or shortly after, so you leave with teeth instead of an empty smile.

Step 5: Healing and Osseointegration

Over the next few months, implants fuse with the jawbone (osseointegration). During healing:

• Follow a softer diet as recommended
• Attend follow-ups to monitor progress
• Adjust the temporary bridge if needed

Step 6: Final Bridge Placement

Once implants are stable:

• New impressions or scans are taken
• Your final bridge is created for fit, function, and natural appearance
• The final bridge is attached to complete treatment

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