A Permanent Alternative to Removable Dentures
Unlike traditional dentures, mini implants, or bar-retained dentures, an All-on-4 restoration is fixed in place. The full set of teeth is permanently attached to the implants, so there is nothing to take in and out at the end of the day. Many people who have found removable dentures uncomfortable or inconvenient appreciate the security and straightforward care that a permanent set of teeth provides.
Standard implant restorations place one implant anchor for every single tooth. All-on-4 takes a different approach - just four implants support an entire arch of teeth on your upper or lower jaw, making full-mouth restoration more accessible for those who have experienced significant tooth loss.
How the Procedure Generally Works
One of the qualities that sets All-on-4 apart from many other tooth-replacement options is that the majority of the transformation can happen in a single appointment. While individual implants or traditional dentures may require visits spread over weeks or months, All-on-4 can deliver a functional, beautiful smile in far fewer appointments.
Teeth that are damaged or failing can be extracted on the same day the implants are placed and the full arch is attached. You can arrive at our Rancho Mission Viejo office with compromised teeth and leave with a complete, functional smile. Before that day arrives, we meet with you one or more times during a planning process to make sure the result is as satisfying as possible - so it is worth knowing that more than one appointment is involved, even though the total number of visits is kept to a minimum.
Ongoing Care After All-on-4
Receiving an All-on-4 restoration does not mean you are finished with routine dental care. A common misconception is that implant-supported teeth require no professional attention - in fact, the health of your gums remains critically important. Gum disease can still develop even when all teeth have been replaced, and healthy gums are what allow your implants to last.
At each checkup following your procedure, we examine your teeth, assess your bite, and confirm that your home hygiene routine is serving you well. Ongoing visits to Sendero Dental Studio are an important part of protecting your investment for the long term. To learn more about what care at our practice involves, visit our services page.
What Sets All-on-4 Apart
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Permanently fixed teeth
The full arch is attached directly to the implants - nothing removable, nothing to misplace.
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Fewer implants, full results
Four implants support an entire upper or lower arch, rather than one implant per tooth.
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Condensed treatment timeline
Extractions, implant placement, and the full set of teeth can all take place in a single day's visit.
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Comprehensive planning process
We meet with you before the procedure day to ensure the outcome matches your expectations as closely as possible.