All-on-4® Dental Implants
Replace A Full Arch Of Teeth
Restore Your Smile With All-on-4 Dental Implants in Norfolk
All-on-4 dental implants in Norfolk, VA can replace a full arch of missing or failing teeth with strong, stable support. All-on-4 and All-on-X treatments provide a secure smile and better chewing using fewer implants than other full-arch implant procedures.
At Eastern Virginia OMS, advanced technology helps our oral surgeons plan and place your implants with precision. Our team uses CT/CBCT scans with Yomi robotic guidance and X-Nav GPS-style navigation for precise implant placement. Photogrammetry confirms your implants' positions to ensure your new teeth fit and function well.
Schedule an appointment with Eastern Virginia OMS to learn more about full-arch dental implants.
Explore the Benefits of All-on-4 Treatment
All-on-4 and All-on-X treatments can help you eat more foods, speak clearly, and smile with greater ease. Your replacement teeth also stay in place, so you don't have to worry about them slipping while you eat or talk. All-on-4 and All-on-X options have simple care requirements. Your new smile can provide lasting function and support with good brushing, cleaning, and regular dental visits.
Both procedures use a small number of dental implants to hold a full arch of new teeth. Often, just four implants can provide the steady foundation needed for a secure, lasting smile.
Don't let missing or failing teeth make your everyday life harder! Visit Eastern Virginia OMS to learn how All-on-4 dental implants in Norfolk, VA can help you eat, speak, and smile with confidence.
Teeth That Stay Put
Dental implants hold your replacement teeth firmly in place while eating and speaking.
Easier Eating
Strong, secure teeth can help you bite and chew many foods with greater ease.
Made for Your Smile
Your custom-made replacement teeth are designed to blend naturally with your facial features.
Efficient Full-Arch Support
As few as four implants can support an entire arch of teeth. With the special technique used for an All-on-4, you may be able to avoid a graft even if you've suffered bone loss in your jaw.
No Denture Adhesives
Implant-supported teeth stay secure without the messy creams or pastes used with removable dentures.
Protects Your Jaw
Dental implants stimulate the jawbone and can help limit bone loss after tooth loss. This better maintains your facial structure.
Frequently Asked Questions About All-on-4 Dental Implants
Q Who is a good candidate for All-on-4 dental implants?
Good candidates for All-on-4 dental implants often have many missing, failing, or badly damaged teeth. They should also be healthy enough for oral surgery. An oral surgeon will examine your jawbone and gums, review your health history, and recommend options that meet your goals.
Q How do All-on-4 dental implants support a new smile?
With All-on-4, your surgeon places implants in planned areas of the jaw to keep the replacement teeth secure. This treatment can restore a full row of teeth on the upper jaw, lower jaw, or both. Dental implants create a firm base for a full arch of new teeth.
Q How are All-on-4 dental implants different from All-on-X implants?
All-on-4 dental implants follow a treatment plan that uses four implants to hold a full row of new teeth. All-on-X implants offer more flexibility in the number of implants used. The number is based on factors such as bone structure and the support needed for the new teeth.
Q How long does All-on-4 dental implant treatment take?
All-on-4 dental implant treatment usually takes a few months from surgery through the final set of teeth. Most patients can receive temporary teeth shortly after their implants are placed. The time needed between healing and receiving the final teeth will depend on the patient's oral health and treatment plan.
Q What can I expect during and after All-on-4 dental implant surgery?
Anesthesia keeps patients comfortable during surgery while All-on-4 dental implants are placed. Sedation is often available for further relaxation. Mild swelling, tenderness, or bruising may occur as the mouth begins to heal. Following home care instructions and taking prescribed medications can help manage these effects during recovery.
Q How long can All-on-4 dental implants last?
All-on-4 dental implants can offer decades of stable support when they are cared for properly. Daily cleaning, routine dental visits, and healthy habits can help protect the implants. The attached replacement teeth may wear down with use and could need repairs or replacement at some point.
Q How do I care for All-on-4 dental implants?
All-on-4 dental implants require daily brushing and careful cleaning around and under the replacement teeth. Special brushes, floss, or a water flosser may be recommended. Regular dental visits are also important for checking the implants, gums, and replacement teeth and keeping the mouth healthy.
Q Can I eat normally with All-on-X dental implants?
All-on-X dental implants can provide strong support that makes eating many foods easier after healing is complete. Patients usually need to follow a softer diet during early healing to protect the implants. Once cleared by a surgeon, they can gradually return to a wider range of foods.
