Pros and Cons of All-on-4 Dental Implants

Have you suffered from extensive tooth loss? If you are missing all of the teeth in one or both arches, you may be a good candidate for all-on-4 dental implants. They can replace all of your teeth at once, sometimes in a single day. As you are choosing your tooth replacement option, it’s important to be well-informed about your options. Here are some of the pros and cons of all-on-4 that you should know.

The Pros of All-on-4 Dental Implants

All-on-4 dental implants have all sorts of unique benefits you can’t find from other tooth replacement options. Here are some of the most prominent ones.

Quick Procedure

Sedation is usually administered and it takes approximately two hours to place each arch. Often times, All-on-4 implant surgery and the delivery of the restoration can be placed on the same day.

Fast Healing Time

Most patients are able to return to work after just a few days without taking any strong medication. The fusion process between your implants and jawbone begins as soon as your implants are placed.

Few Dietary Restrictions

You might need to be careful to avoid chewy foods and stick to a soft-food diet for the first few weeks after your treatment. After this, you don’t need to limit yourself. You can enjoy pretty much all of your favorite foods without having to worry about your dental implants.

High Success Rate

All-on-4 dental implants have a success rate of approximately 94% after 10 years. The prosthesis survival rate is about 98.8% after 18 years!

The Cons of All-on-4 Dental Implants

Cost

The initial cost of all-on-4 dental implants is higher than the cost of traditional dentures. However, when you consider their impact on your oral health, longevity, and success rate, you may find that you can save money in the long run by avoiding the need for restorative treatment and frequent replace and replacements.

Risk of Failure

Dental implants have an incredible success rate, but they aren’t completely indestructible. By maintaining an excellent oral hygiene routine and keeping up healthy lifestyle habits, you can reduce your risk of dental implant failure.

Adjustment Period

Immediately after getting all-on-4, some patients experience tender gum tissue and difficulty pronouncing certain sounds. Fortunately, after a few weeks of adjustment, these issues usually go away.

All-on-4 dental implants are a great way to get your smile back. To find out if you are a good candidate, schedule a consultation with your dentist. You will have your smile back in just a matter of time!

About the Practice

At The DFW Dental Implant Center, Dr. Steven Branberg and Dr. Eric Cancemi work together to treat patients in the Colleyville community. They complete the entire dental implant process at their practice. To learn more about all-on-4 dental implants or to schedule a consultation, visit their website or call (817) 440-7133.