Will My All-on-4 Teeth Function Like Natural Teeth?

The All-on-4 dental replacement procedure is a modern take on dentures. Through a relatively noninvasive surgery, an orthodontist places four anchors onto which a framework of dentures sits. With this done, patients have beautiful teeth and a gorgeous smile. However, a lot of people have questions about the All-on-4 procedure, including whether they work like real teeth.

Primary benefits of All-on-4

Because this option involves implants as opposed to dentures that people put in and take out, it is a permanent solution. That means 24/7, they have a beautiful set of teeth. The All-on-4 procedure also eliminates the hassle of cleaning and soaking and constantly spending money on products. However, there are other reasons why this has become a highly popular choice.

All-on-4 teeth not only look real but function as a person’s own teeth. As a result, they can eat virtually anything without worrying about pain, or worse, dentures falling out. Apples, steak, corn on the cob, hard candy and other difficult foods to eat are never a problem. The same goes when laughing or coughing. As a permanent implant, wearers do not have to worry about potentially embarrassing moments.

Another benefit of going with All-on-4 dental implants is that an oral surgeon can do a consultation, perform all the necessary diagnostic testing and have the inserts and teeth implanted all in one visit.

Typically, an individual can be out of surgery and on their way home in a matter of hours. The exact time depends on whether the patient had local or general anesthesia, the number of implants and any complications during surgery.

Although there is a healing period, most people can return to work and do non-strenuous activity within five to eight days. After the surgery, the patient would revisit the orthodontist for a follow-up. At that time, they can ask questions and address any concerns.

Materials for All-On-4 teeth

For people who want to keep the expense of this implant down, they can opt for “teeth” made of acrylic. These look and function extremely well. However, if they do not mind spending a little more, they can upgrade to porcelain. Although the acrylic teeth look and function like normal teeth, those made from porcelain have a somewhat more realistic appearance.

Just like natural

Because the All-on-4 procedure entails inserting the implants below the gumline, no one will know a person has them. Unlike a crown, which rests up against the gumline, this option hides everything. This method also ensures the implanted teeth remain firmly in place. For that reason, they function just like natural teeth do, sometimes better.

With the All-on-4 procedure, people can eat, smile, cough and laugh without a care in the world. Instead of living a life of embarrassment, they feel amazing about themselves.

Smile big

Are you tired of hiding your smile because of missing, cracked or decaying teeth? If so, talk to an orthodontist about the All-on-4 option. You will look amazing and feel better than ever before. Keep in mind that if you have had missing teeth for a while, the surgeon may need to do a bone graft about two weeks before the implant surgery. That way, your mouth would have a healthy bone structure to serve as the foundation.

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