Common Questions About All On 4 Dental Implants Las Vegas

For many, the fear of the unknown keeps them from making decisions that can improve their lives. The same holds true when it comes to our smiles and dental health. A well educated patient makes informed, smart choices that can have dramatic effects on their overall well being. Below you will find some common questions about the all on 4 dental implants procedure.

What Appointments are Needed for All On 4 Dental Implants?

The All on 4 Dental Implants procedure consists of the following visits:

Initial Visit(s) 

The initial visit(s) for the all on 4 dental implants procedure is necessary for the dentist to do a proper treatment plan for you. These visits will include gathering pertinent medical history, needed X-rays, dental impressions, photos, and a CAT Scan. The dentist will then be able to review all the information with the patient and develop the proper course of treatment.

Actual All On 4 Dental Implants Procedure Visit

At this visit the patient will undergo the procedure for placement of the 4 dental implants. Following placement of the dental implants, the dentist will place the denture in and the patient will leave in the afternoon with a beautiful set of fixed, functional teeth.

Follow-up Appointments

The patient will need to return to the dentist for occasional dental examinations over the next several days, weeks, and months to ensure comfort and fit. In about 6 months, the patient will return for a final set of dentures. The reason for the 6 month wait is to give the tissues in the mouth time to heal properly, correct anything the patient wishes to change, allow the implants to properly integrate into the bone, and to fabricate a titanium bar to fully support the teeth.

Common All On 4 Dental Implants Questions

What is the difference between traditional dental implants and all on 4 dental implants?

The dental implants used in the all on 4 procedure are specially designed to use as few dental implants as possible while giving proper support and stability. Traditionally, 6-8 dental implants would need to be placed to give similar support to a traditional denture. By placing the dental implants at slight angles it is possible to use fewer dental implants (generally 4-5) which decreases cost and healing time. This also has the advantage of not needing bone grafts prior to surgery.

How Do I Know If I Am A Good Candidate?

The ideal candidate for the All-on-4 dental implant procedure is someone who is currently wearing dentures or who is headed in that direction. Age does not matter but all dental implant candidates should be in good health and be a non smoker.

What is the success rate with All on 4 Dental Implants? It is very similar to traditional dental implants. Long term studies show that all on 4 dental implants have a success rate over 98%. Published studies show a 98% success rate using All-on-4 dental implants.

How long is the All-on-4 dental implant surgery? The surgery itself takes approximately 2-3 hours per arch.

Will I leave the dentist with new teeth on day of surgery?

Yes! On the day of surgery a temporary set of dentures will be placed. The reason the dentures are temporary is to give your dental implants a chance to heal properly. Once the healing is complete a new set of dentures will be fixed in place. Sometimes the denture can not be secured to the new implants immediately. In this case, the bone is not strong enough and needs to heal for a few months while a traditional denture is worn.

Will my results look natural? Yes! The All-on-4 dental implant procedure gives you permanent teeth that look, feel and function much like real teeth. No one should ever know but you and your dentist.

Can All On 4 Dental Implants be used on both arches?

Yes! The procedure can be used for either an upper or lower denture or both at same time.

How Are My New Teeth Maintained? Dental implants should be treated like your natural teeth, daily brushing and flossing is required to maintain your new smile. There is also still a need for regular dental visits to have the implants and teeth cleaned and screws changed  to ensure the dental implants are solid, clean and free of infection.

All On 4 Dental Implants Conclusion

All on 4 dental implants have revolutionized dental care for many. To have secure, strong teeth made in a day removes many of the barriers that prevented treatment in the past.  Your dentist will let you know if all on 4 dental implants is a viable option for your oral condition.

If you are ready to replace lost or missing teeth with dental implants in Las Vegas, contact Marielaina Perrone DDS at (702) 458-2929 to schedule a no cost dental implant consultation appointment. We cannot wait to help you with your smile makeover to create the smile of your dreams.