If you’re facing extensive tooth loss, severe decay, or the discomfort of traditional dentures, Smile Arkansas offers a revolutionary solution: All-on four-implants. We understand the profound impact that missing teeth can have on your confidence, ability to eat, and overall quality of life. These implants are a cutting-edge dental implant technique designed to restore an entire arch of missing teeth (upper or lower jaw) with a permanent, fixed prosthesis, often in a single day. Our experienced dental team is committed to delivering life-changing results, providing you with a stable, beautiful, and fully functional smile that looks and feels like natural teeth.
All-on-four implants support an entire arch of teeth on just four strategically placed dental implants. These four titanium implants are surgically inserted into the jawbone, acting as sturdy anchors for a full set of replacement teeth. A key innovation is the angulation of the two posterior implants (at the back of the jaw). This maximizes contact with existing bone, often eliminating the need for costly and time-consuming bone grafting procedures, even in cases of significant bone loss. This makes this solution accessible to a wider range of patients who might not be candidates for traditional implants. The implants then fuse with the jawbone in a process called osseointegration, providing unmatched stability and durability. All-on-4 implants are sometimes called all-on-X implants because not every person needs 4 implants.
Dental implants offer numerous transformative benefits compared to traditional dentures or even conventional single implants:
Your implant journey begins with a comprehensive consultation. Our experienced dentists will conduct a thorough examination, including advanced imaging (like 3D CT scans), to assess your bone structure and create a precise, personalized treatment plan. The surgical placement of the four implants is typically completed in 3-4 hours, and a temporary prosthesis is immediately attached. Over the next few months, the implants integrate with your jawbone. Once fully healed, your custom-designed, permanent prosthesis is fabricated from high-quality materials like porcelain, ensuring a natural-looking, durable, and beautiful smile. With proper care and regular maintenance, your implants can provide a lifetime of confident smiles and optimal oral function.
If you are in Little Rock, AR, and need implants, contact us today.
Here are some common questions patients have about All-on-4 dental implants at Smile Arkansas, providing clarity on this revolutionary treatment option:
All-on-4 implants are a revolutionary solution for replacing a full arch of missing teeth (either upper or lower) using just four strategically placed dental implants. These implants serve as sturdy anchors to which a custom-made, permanent set of prosthetic teeth is securely attached. Unlike traditional dentures, which are removable and can slip, click, or cause gum irritation, All-on-4 implants are a fixed, permanent solution. They are screwed directly into your jawbone by the dentist and cannot be removed by the patient, offering superior stability, comfort, and a feel much closer to natural teeth. This fixed nature eliminates concerns about adhesives, slippage, and the bulkiness often associated with conventional dentures, enhancing your ability to eat, speak, and smile with confidence.
While All-on-4 is a surgical procedure, most patients report experiencing less discomfort than anticipated during and after the process. At Smile Arkansas, we prioritize your comfort. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia, and sedation options are often available to ensure you are relaxed and comfortable throughout. The surgical placement of the four implants typically takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours per arch. After the implant placement, a temporary set of teeth is usually attached the same day, so you can leave our Little Rock office with a restored smile. Any post-operative discomfort is generally manageable with typical over-the-counter pain relievers and adherence to post-care instructions, including a soft food diet during the initial healing period.
All-on-4 implants are designed to be a long-lasting, permanent solution for tooth replacement. With proper care and regular maintenance, they can last for many decades, potentially a lifetime. The titanium implants themselves are biocompatible and designed to fuse with your jawbone (osseointegration), creating a very durable foundation. Caring for your All-on-4 implants is similar to caring for natural teeth. You will need to brush them daily, twice a day, and floss regularly. Specialized cleaning tools may be recommended to clean around the implant-supported bridge. Regular dental check-ups and professional cleanings at Smile Arkansas are crucial for monitoring the health of your implants, surrounding gums, and the prosthesis, ensuring their longevity and optimal function.
One of the significant advantages of the All-on-4 technique is that it often eliminates the need for bone grafting, even in patients who have experienced some bone loss in their jaw. This is because the four implants are strategically placed and angled (up to 45 degrees) into areas of the jawbone that naturally have denser bone, maximizing the use of available bone. This innovative angulation allows for increased contact with the bone, providing stability without the need for additional bone augmentation procedures, which are often required for traditional implants. This significantly reduces treatment time, discomfort, and overall cost, making the All-on-4 accessible to a wider range of candidates in Little Rock.
Absolutely. At Smile Arkansas, our goal with All-on-4 implants is to provide you with a permanent set of teeth that not only function like natural teeth but also look incredibly realistic and feel comfortable in your mouth. The prosthetic teeth are custom-designed by skilled lab technicians to match the natural contours of your face and jawline, considering factors like tooth shape, size, and color to ensure a harmonious and aesthetically pleasing result. Since the prosthesis is fixed and doesn’t press down on your gums like traditional dentures, it feels more natural, allowing you to bite with increased force and taste food better. Many patients report that All-on-4 implants feel so natural that they forget they even have them, providing a significant boost in confidence and quality of life.
If you want to learn more about our dentistry practice - where we offer beautiful smile transformations with no prep veneers, where we offer dental implants, and where we offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee to insure you are satisfied with your visit - Smile Arkansas is here to serve you.
