All-on-4 Dentures – Jonesboro, AR

How Do All-On-4 Implants Work?

Traditional dental implant supported dentures use four to six implant posts positioned along the jawline to support a full denture. The All-on-4 method makes the most of the naturally denser parts of the jawbone. For a bottom denture, two implants are placed vertically into the front of the jaw and two are placed diagonally from the back of the jaw to the front, implanting into the denser bone tissue in the front of the mouth. This means the entire denture is supported by the densest portion of the jaw, minimizing the need for bone grafting prior to implant placement.

Am I A Candidate for All-On-4 Implants?

Thanks to the innovative placement method, almost any patient can be a great candidate for All-on-4 implants. You will still need to have relatively good oral and overall health and/or the go ahead from a medical professional. Otherwise, we can work with almost any patient to receive an All-on-4 implant denture.

What Are the Benefits of All-On-4 Implants?

There are many tooth replacement options available in our Jonesboro dental office for patients who need to replace a full row of teeth. In order to make sure you are choosing the best tooth replacement option for your smile, we’ll want to review the advantages and disadvantages of each solution. Some of the benefits of All-on-4 dentures include the following:

• Longevity – traditional removable dentures need to be replaced every five to ten years, but your All-on-4 denture can last two decades or longer.
• Stability – removable dentures only replace a bout 20% of chewing ability, but like traditional implant dentures, All-on-4 dental implants renew 70% or more of healthy chewing function.
• Oral health – the dental implant posts hold the entire denture in place without putting excessive pressure on healthy oral structures. Additionally, the implant posts provide the necessary stimulus to help patients maintain healthy bone and gum tissue.

All-On-4 VS Traditional Dental Implants

Traditional dental implants and All-on-4 dentures both offer advanced stability and increased longevity. However, the method of placing All-on-4 dentures means fewer patients need potentially invasive preparatory treatments like bone and soft tissue grafts before they can receive their implant denture. This has opened up implant supported denture replacement to

All-On-4 FAQs

We understand that dental implants may be a relatively new concept to you already, let alone implants that are specifically designed to make a denture fit more effectively and protect your natural bone tissue. With that said, Dr. Yarnell is here for you and ready to answer all of your questions regarding All-On-4 treatment. Below, you can even read some questions we often hear at the practice, so you can get a better idea of what to expect prior to your visit! If your question is not mentioned or you need additional clarification, please don’t hesitate to call us directly or request an appointment.

Will my smile look natural after All-On-4 treatment?

Dr. Yarnell always takes your overall facial features into account when performing treatment, not just the look of your smile. For example, she’ll pay close attention to your skin tone, age, and other aspects when creating your permanent denture. This way, your new smile blends in with the rest of your face and looks natural. When creating the permanent denture, she’ll make sure the color, size, shape and proportions are measured correctly. She’ll also make sure to get your approval of the permanent denture before sending you on your way, ensuring that you’re happy with the final result. After all, we want you to feel confident about your new smile.

What does the overall treatment process look like in detail?

Each patient is going to have their own unique needs, which is why the treatment process you go through may look differently than someone else’s. With that said, you can typically expect:

• 1-2 visits dedicated to a thorough consultation and exam as well as X-rays, CT cone beam scans, and impressions.
• 1 visit for extracting problematic teeth and placing implants
• Post-op visits to confirm the health of your smile (often happens twice)
• An additional visit after four months of healing has occurred (gives us time to create new impressions for the permanent denture)
• 1 final visit to place the permanent denture

Why can I not get my permanent denture the same day my implants are placed?

All oral surgeries require a certain amount of healing time before the procedure can be considered complete. This is why we give you a temporary set of teeth after the implants are initially placed. This will create far less stress and pressure for your gums and implants compared to a permanent denture. As you heal, you’ll need to make sure that you only eat semi-solid foods or foods that you can cut into smaller pieces with a knife and fork, rather than tearing them apart with your temporary teeth.

Can I get dental implants for only one of my arches?

You do not have to receive All-On-4 treatment for both of your arches if you do not want to. However, if we determine during your exam that both of your arches are likely going to need a denture anyway, we will point this out so you can keep it in mind moving forward. We can schedule separate treatments for each of your arches if needed, but often recommend you get All-On-4 for both arches at the same time as it makes the process easier, saves time, and makes it more cost-effective.