All-on-4® by Nobel Biocare in Pikesville

How Are All-on-4 Implants Revolutionary?

Traditional dentures aren't installed into your jawbone. They rest on top of your gums, secured only by an adhesive that isn't always effective. All-on-4 dentures, however, are permanently installed into your gums using a titanium post, so you needn't worry about them slipping or falling out and embarrassing you. They look, feel, and function like your natural teeth and provide a superior alternative to traditional dentures. They do, however, require good oral hygiene, so if you lost your natural teeth due to poor hygiene habits, talk to your All-on-4 dentist about suggestions for improving your oral hygiene regimen. For more information, call our Pikesville office.

How Effective Are All-on-4 Dentures?

A titanium post will be permanently installed in the upper or lower jaw into a full bridge or denture. Your dentist will place it at a 45-degree angle, allowing it to be placed deeper into the jawbone and providing superior stability and strength.

Titanium is biocompatible, which means that it won't be rejected by your jawbone; this facilitates osseointegration and healing. We'll provide you with a temporary denture to wear until your permanent denture is ready, at which time you'll return to have it installed. It will be matched to the color and shape of your natural teeth, so it won't be obvious that you're wearing a denture.

Some of our patients are viable candidates for our Teeth in a Day procedure, so if you're interested in this, call our Pikesville office for more information or an appointment.

All-on-4 Before and After Getting the Implants Placed

During your initial consultation with your dentist, we'll thoroughly examine your mouth to ensure that the All-on-4 treatment is a good fit for you. If you need additional work before we commence your All-on-4 procedure, we'll do that first. Usually, we install the All-on-4s on either the upper or lower jaw, but we can install them on both the upper and lower jaws, so let us know if you want them on both jaws.

We'll then insert your titanium posts and provide you with a temporary denture and aftercare instructions. It's essential that you follow your aftercare instructions precisely. Otherwise, you can develop an infection or other issue that will delay your All-on-4 procedure. As always, if you have questions, call our Pikesville office, and we'll help you.

How Much Do All-on-4 Dental Implants Cost?

As with all dental procedures, your All-on-4 cost will be unique to you and will depend on any additional work you need, your insurance coverage, and the type of material used. After we examine your mouth, we'll provide you with a comprehensive estimate of your cost for the treatment. If finances are an issue, let us know, and we'll work with you so you can have the teeth you need at a cost that works for you. We recommend speaking to your insurance provider before your appointment so you know your benefits, exclusions, and limitations. Bring that information with you.

How Are All-on-4 Dental Implants And Traditional Dentures Different?

Traditional implants may require as many as 10 implants to be effective, whereas All-on-4 dental implants need only four. With fewer implants, recovery is faster, and bone grafts are usually unnecessary. If you have more questions, call our Pikesville office, and we'll help you.

Since traditional dentures aren't permanently attached to anything, they can slip or fall out and embarrass you. They also require messy adhesive and expensive soaking solutions that mean sometimes you will have a mouth that's devoid of teeth. The All-on-4 style, however, means you'll always have a mouth full of beautiful teeth that match the color and shape of your natural teeth, so no one will know you're wearing dentures. The All-on-4 teeth will also help maintain the structural integrity of your jawbone and your other teeth, which traditional dentures don't. To schedule an appointment, call us today.

Who Has All-on-4 Dental Implants Near Me?

If the All-on-4 procedure appeals to you and you never again want to experience the embarrassment of your teeth falling out or slipping, call Naylor’s Court Dental Partners at (410) 442-6785, and we'll help you. Our dentists are skilled in the procedure, and you may qualify for our teeth-in-a-day program. We're among the best in the area for this procedure, so call us today.

We look forward to speaking with you.