The Implant Supported Denture is widely known as “All On 4” and “All On 6” as it refers to having all teeth on 4 implants or all teeth on 6 implants depending on the case.
The recommendation is to place 6 implants on the uppers (maxilla) and 4 implants on the bottom (mandible) to hold the dentures in place. The dentures can be “Hybrid” or “Full Zirconia”.
Hybrid Denture
The “Hybrid Denture” is made out of 2 different materials that work together. It has a metal core (gold and palladium) that holds all the forces applied while chewing and has an acrylic top that has the gum part and the teeth. This core preserves the acrylic from being fractured or broken when chewing a beef steak, for instance.
Full Zirconium Denture
The “Full Zirconium Denture” is a one-piece solid zirconium denture milled to perfection to fit in your mouth. It is digitally designed with the help of 3D software and then milled in a Precision Milling Machine. This process brings a great-looking denture that has no metal, but more than enough strength to hold the pressure generated while chewing.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Dental Implant?
A Dental Implant is a prosthetic root made out of titanium that is placed to support or hold a crown replacing a missing tooth. In other words, a dental implant is a titanium screw that is surgically placed in the patient’s mouth that serves as a base to attach an abutment and then the crown. It takes about 4 months for the implant to bond with the bone in a process called osseointegration.
How much does All-on-4 cost?
Every case is different, so we don’t publish one-size-fits-all pricing. Send us your X-rays or a few photos and our International Patients Coordinator will get back to you with a personalized quote — most patients traveling from the U.S. and Canada save a significant amount versus prices back home.
Can the implants be placed under sedation?
Absolutely. Any patient who wants to have the implants placed under I.V. sedation can do so. Ask us for details when we prepare your personalized plan.
Is there any information I should give the doctor beforehand?
Yes. The doctor needs to know about any medical condition and all the medications you take — blood thinners are the first ones that need to be mentioned. It is also vitally important to inform the doctor about your allergies.
How do I keep the denture clean?
The denture can be brushed like normal teeth and also cleaned with floss between the denture and the gum. A waterpik can also be used to clean food debris between the denture and the gum.