All-On-4 in Black Rock

Traditional forms of implant-supported denture treatment can take up to six months from beginning to end. What if you could have dental plants in Bayside done in less than a week?

At Bayside Smiles, we offer patients all-on-4. The all-on4 treatment involves the placement of a complete denture on just four dental implants.

This modern technique involves placing the implant at a 45-degree angle to support total rehabilitation. In addition, the implants are placed at this angle to overcome the issue of insufficient bone to place the implants. What this means for patients is that, more often than not, bone grafting is unnecessary.

Dental Implants and Your Oral Health

Losing a tooth can cause a series of problems for your oral health. For instance, when you lose a tooth, the bone that holds the tooth in place starts to atrophy (shrink) and can cause problems for other teeth and gums.

You see, teeth do more than just chew your food and help you speak. Your teeth also stimulate jawbone growth and play a role in your bite. So losing just one tooth can throw your bite out and cause further problems.

Replacing Teeth with All-on-4 Dental Implants

Traditional dentures and dental bridges only replace the visible part of the tooth (the crown); the problem is that it does not always provide adequate jawbone stimulation, which can cause the bone to shrink.

With dental implants, you replace the tooth's root with the implant and then the crown with the attached restoration.

Features of All-on-4 in Moorabbin and Black Rock

There are four benefits to availing of the all-on-4 treatment. This includes the following:

• Easy to clean
• Cheaper to maintain
• Shortened treatment duration
• Can avoid bone grafting
• A new smile faster

The all-on-4 treatment is the strategic placement of four dental implants at a 45-degree angle and then, after a day or two, fitting a prosthesis to the dental implants. This is known as immediate loading.

Immediate loading allows our patients to leave the practice with a full set replacement of teeth. Then, all they need to do is stick to a soft diet for a few months to allow the bone to heal.

When you visit Bayside Smiles for an examination, we will assess your oral health and determine if you are a suitable candidate for the all-on-4 treatment. An assessment will involve x-rays and a check-up to ensure good oral health. If you are suffering from gingivitis or periodontitis, it is advised that these be treated before the all-on-4 treatment is carried out.

If you would like to know more about how Bayside Smiles can help you, or to book an appointment, contact us today.