Losing a whole arch or several teeth is a reality that many adults face, even today. Some time ago, the only solution was full-removable dentures that were inconvenient and not functional.
Fortunately, full mouth implants are now a safer and more comfortable solution for a dignified smile… Thanks to technological innovation.
Are you looking for full-mouth teeth replacements that enhance your quality of life and provide the same functionality as your original teeth? Then take a look at this complete guide on full mouth implants.
What are full mouth implants, and how do they work?
Full mouth implants are a permanent solution for several missing teeth or full-arch loss. They provide a natural smile while protecting your gums and jaw bone structure.
They work similarly to one-tooth implants.
The whole process actually consists of two parts:
- Artificial roots (the implants),
- And the denture or crown (depending on the number of teeth).
The artificial root is planted in the gum to sustain the new tooth. In the case of full-arch, several of these implants support the entire denture, fixating it to the gums.
Types of full mouth implants
Full mouth implants may use among 2 and 6 dental implants to support the full-arch:
Traditional removable prosthetics:
Can be implant retained (two implants hold it in place but are supported by gums) or implant-supported (4 or more implants attach the denture and barely touch the gums). These are the less stable.
Semi-removable all-in prosthetics
These are only removable by a professional and fixated through a set of implants. They can be:
All-in-four
Two straight implants, plus two angled implants to support the denture provide stability and force distribution without requiring so much gum and jaw structure.
All-in-six
They provide a firmer bite and support, thanks to its six implants, protecting better the bite and bone. But if the patient has not had much bone structure left, it may not be possible to apply this treatment.
Full-implants no-denture
these are less common and more expensive and require the patient to have enough gum and bone structure to support one implant per tooth. Then, a teeth bridge with no gum stimulation is fixated on top for a fully permanent restoration.
Procedure for full mouth implants and costs
While this treatment is considered invasive as several surgical interventions are needed to implant the roots, it’s an outpatient procedure:
- Diagnose appointment: your dentist will get some x-rays to determine your situation and plan the best solution.
- Implantation surgery: you’ll get as many implants as needed and the teeth adjusted. Then, within 24 hours, your dentist may re-adjust until your implants are in the right place and tightness.
- Recovery period and checkups: the next six months are the most crucial. This is where the teeth will get stable and the implants fixated. Your dentist will ask you to come back several times until you’ve healed.
The costs of full-mouth dental implants can vary considerably depending on your case. Even so, the minimum price available would start from $7,000. But the fair average would be more likely from $30,000.
We hope this complete guide for full mouth implants was helpful, and you can choose a new and bright smile! If you have any further questions related to full mouth implants, contact our experienced Hornsby dentists.
