All-on-4

Oral Surgery in Fayetteville, GA

The All-on-4® dental implant treatment concept is a minimally invasive solution with a fixed full-arch restoration for high patient satisfaction. This technique uses fewer implants that are placed at mechanical inclinations to maximize support. Fewer dental implants mean lower cost. The use of angled implant placement allows us to avoid anatomical areas that previously required bone grafting. Eliminating the need for bone grafting saves months in healing and thousands of dollars.

Dental implants provide a secure, permanent solution to missing teeth and thanks to the innovative All-On-4 procedure, you can get a full smile restoration with a single, minimally invasive procedure. We would love to tell you more about the benefits of All-On-4. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Collins at Premier Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at your convenience.

The All-on-4® treatment concept provides edentulous and soon-to-be edentulous patients with a fixed full-arch prosthesis on four implants on the day of surgery. This quickly leads to improved patient satisfaction – with regards to function, esthetics, sense, speech, and self-esteem.

The All-on-4® treatment concept is not only the least time-consuming treatment option, but also the least costly in comparison with conventional implant treatment modalities of the edentulous and soon-to-be edentulous jaw.

Two key elements significantly reduce treatment complexity, the number of surgeries, and the overall treatment time: tilting of the posterior implants avoids the need for time-consuming bone grafting procedures, while immediate loading shortens time to teeth.

By tilting the two posterior implants, longer implants can be used. This increases bone-to-implant contact and avoids vertical bone augmentation. In addition, the tilted implants can be anchored in better quality anterior bone, reduce cantilevers and help avoid important anatomical structures.

The All-on-4® process begins when you visit one of our surgeons for a consultation. During this appointment, your doctor will verify your eligibility for a safe and successful procedure and also answer any questions you have about the treatment.

In some cases, you may need additional procedures to prepare for All-on-4® dental implants. These procedures may include tooth extraction or bone grafting. Following the completion of these procedures, your All-on-4® appointment can be scheduled.

All-on-4® treatment is performed with full anesthesia. When you arrive, you will be warmly welcomed, escorted to a treatment room, and provided with sedation options. Your comfort and safety are top priorities throughout treatment.

All-on-4® involves the placement of a few dental implants, strategically positioned to support full dental restoration. During your appointment, your doctor may place dental prostheses, ensuring that you leave with a full, confident smile. The procedure usually takes a couple of hours, and you will subsequently be discharged to head home for recovery.

For most patients, All-on-4® recovery is fairly mild. You will likely want to spend two or three days resting, after which you can resume normal school and work activities. Abstain from vigorous exercise for a full month.

As you recover, it is normal to experience some swelling and mild discomfort. These symptoms tend to crest by day two or three and are easy to mediate with prescribed and over-the-counter medications. We also recommend adhering to a diet of soft foods and liquids until you feel able to resume a normal eating pattern.

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