The term All-on-4 refers to "all" teeth being supported "on four" dental implants per jaw.

This surgical procedure is reserved for patients with no teeth, or for patients with badly broken down teeth, decayed teeth or compromised teeth due to gum disease.

Four implants are placed in the bone to support a prosthesis with 10 to 14 teeth, placed usually within 24 hours of surgery.

PROS:
* Full-arch restoration
* Shorter installation times than other implants
* Prevents further bone loss
* Decreases the need for a bone graft
* avoid complex operations such as Sinus Lifting
* simpler and less traumatising surgery

CONS: Costly procedure, but you go back home with a brand new set of teeth that will last you a life time.

AFTER: Brush your teeth carefully, avoid biting really hard stuff, and follow your doctor's advice.

RISKS: There is no specific risk attached to this procedure. Just bear in mind that any surgical intervention can have undesirable side effects (pain, infection,...). Such an occurrence is unpredictable, and varies from patient to patient.

LIMITATIONS: Recommended for edentulous patients (no teeth left in the mouth), or well on their way. As you will need several implants, the bone density factor is important. Refer to the implant section.