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D3 Dental
Family Dentistry & Cosmetic Dentistry located in Horsham, PA
Missing teeth can make you feel bad about the way you look and can also have a negative impact on your dental health. At D3 Dental in Horsham, Pennsylvania, the skilled team offers All-on-4 dental implants, a tooth replacement option that can give you the smile of your dreams. Dental implants are a big decision, and finding the right specialist to guide you through the process is critical to reaching an outcome you will be proud to smile about. Schedule a consultation with the team today by calling the office or booking online.
All-On-4 Q&A
What are All-on-4 dental implants?
All-on-4 dental implants are a method of replacing multiple missing teeth using only four to six dental implants for each of your two arches. The result is a fully restored smile without the need for a complete set of individual dental implants.
Developed by Nobel Biocare, All-on-4 dental implants are a relatively new option in restorative dentistry. It involves placing your back implants at an angle, which requires less bone tissue to support the implants. The front implants are positioned vertically because there is usually more healthy bone tissue near the front of your mouth.
What are the advantages of All-on-4 dental implants?
All-on-4 dental implants create an immediate positive change in your life. As soon as your implants are in place, you’ll be able to eat a varied diet that supports optimal overall health. You’ll also feel great about your smile and enjoy a confidence boost every day.
Additional benefits include:
- A relatively short treatment process
- Improved bite force as compared with dentures
- No need for bone grafting
- Stopping progressive bone loss
- Permanent tooth replacement
All-on-4 implants are a great alternative to fixed, removable, partial, and full dentures. Another benefit is that they can be a great solution even for patients with reduced bone volume in their jaw. The process is usually less invasive than regular dental implants and has a much shorter treatment period.
What are the steps for getting All-on-4 dental implants?
The process for All-on-4 implants depends on your current dental health and how quickly your bone and gum tissue respond to the treatment. The first step is a consultation at D3 Dental to evaluate your needs and remove any decayed or damaged teeth.
The implant dentistry team at D3 Dental takes a digital X-ray of your jawbone to determine where your implants should be positioned. They also create impressions to guide the crafting of your new teeth. Advanced software allows you to see a visual representation of what your restored smile will look like.
Next, your dentist at D3 Dental administers either a local or general anesthetic to keep you comfortable while she places the implants directly into your bone tissue. They create a tiny pilot hole, which is the space where they position the implants. They also attach a small abutment to each implant. That’s what anchors the visible portion of the implant to the post.
Then your dentist attaches a temporary set of teeth to the abutments. You’ll walk out of this appointment with a brand new smile, and you’ll wear your temporaries until your permanent teeth are created in the dental lab.
Once your gums heal and your bone tissue fuses to the implants, you return to D3 Dental to replace your temporary teeth with the permanent set. From that point forward, you can eat a normal diet, and your teeth will look and function just like healthy, natural teeth.
If you’re ready to learn more about All-on-4 implants and see if you’re a candidate, contact D3 Dental today to schedule your initial consultation or book online.
