{"id":10173,"date":"2022-03-09T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-03-09T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.familydentistry.com\/blog\/what-is-all-on-4-and-how-does-it-replace-missing-teeth\/"},"modified":"2022-03-09T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2022-03-09T00:00:00","slug":"what-is-all-on-4-and-how-does-it-replace-missing-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.familydentistry.com\/blog\/what-is-all-on-4-and-how-does-it-replace-missing-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is All-on-4\u00ae and How Does It Replace Missing Teeth?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a title=\"All On 4 Agoura Hills, CA\" href=https:\/\/www.familydentistry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/All-On-4-2203.jpg class=\"ILBC\" id=\"BPI-All-On-4-2203\">\n   <img src=https:\/\/www.familydentistry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/All-On-4-2203.jpg width=\"300\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"All On 4 Agoura Hills, CA\" \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>The <a class=\"TLBC\" href=https:\/\/www.familydentistry.com\/agoura-hills-ca\/all-on-4\/ id=\"BPI-All-on-4-Dental-Implants-2203\" title=\"Visit our All-on-4 Dental Implants page\">All-on-4<\/a>&reg; procedure is a popular choice for those looking to undergo a hybrid method of tooth replacement. Implant-supported dentures combine dental implants and dentures into one restoration, which allows patients to smile confidently, speak comfortably and eat naturally. While the <strong>All-on-4<\/strong>&reg; procedure is relatively popular, it is still rather new to dentistry, which is why it is important to carefully review how everything works. This allows patients to know exactly what to expect when considering their tooth replacement options. Ready to learn more?<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>The All-on-4 procedure<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>The following information outlines what the <i>All-on-4<\/i>&reg; procedure is, how it works and what to expect.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>What is the All-on-4&reg; procedure?<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>The All-on-4&reg; procedure is a popular dental implant placement process that involves the use of just four dental implants for one arch. The artificial teeth that are used in the All-on-4 procedure are implant-supported dentures. Implant-supported dentures are typically made of a flexible plastic material and a porcelain-based material, both of which are durable and strong.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>How does it work?<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>The All-on-4 procedure involves a couple of appointments in order to complete the replacement process. After the dental implants are placed, the patient will follow up with their general dentist for a few things. The first appointment will be for the dentist to take impressions of the patient&#39;s mouth. The impressions will be sent to a dental lab where the dentures will be made. After a few months of required healing, the patient will return to their general dentist to have the dentures attached. The dentures are attached by small metal pieces that connect to the tops of the implants. Once attached, the All-on-4 process will be complete!&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Any type of procedure involving dental implants will require a lengthy recovery time. The process is not complete overnight and patients should expect to regularly visit their general dentist for follow up appointments. General dentists can closely monitor how the healing process is going, which will allow for any red flags to be caught early on. Additionally, oral hygiene can be difficult to maintain while healing, which is why seeing a general dentist frequently can be helpful. They can provide special care for the mouth to avoid irritation or sensitivity.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>The All-on-4 procedure is advantageous for those looking to replace an entire arch of teeth. Instead of having to undergo multiple replacement procedures, patients can undergo one in which all four implants are placed. This can be easier on the mouth during recovery because there are only four sensitive areas, as opposed to every other tooth. Additionally, having dentures that are secured in place by dental implants ensures that there is no sliding or looseness that people often experience with traditional dentures.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Reach out today!<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>Interested in learning more about the All-on-4 procedure? The dental implant process can significantly improve oral health and appearance. To learn more or to get started with the process, reach out to our office.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><em>Request an appointment here: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.familydentistry.com\"> https:\/\/www.familydentistry.com<\/a> or call SoCal Dental of Agoura at <a href=\"tel:(818) 597-0100\">(818) 597-0100<\/a> for an appointment in our Agoura Hills office.<\/em><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Check out what others are saying about our dental services on Yelp: <a class=\"TLBC\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yelp.com\/biz\/socal-dental-of-agoura-agoura-hills\" id=\"CLYP-All-on-4-Dental-Implants-2203\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Search Yelp for All-on-4 Dental Implants in Agoura Hills, CA\">All-on-4 Dental Implants in Agoura Hills, CA<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"divider divider-thin\"><\/div>\n\n                    <div class=\"recent-blogs-wrapper horizontal\">\n                        <h2 class=\"text-center\">Recent Posts<\/h2>\n\n                        <div class=\"flexed\">\n                            <div class=\"recent-posts matchHeight  bg-body-complement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.familydentistry.com\/blog\/what-is-all-on-4-and-how-does-it-replace-missing-teeth\/\" title=\"Visit our What Is All-on-4\u00ae and How Does It Replace Missing Teeth? blog post\"><div class='image-wrapper '><div class=\"image-container\" style=\"background-image: url(\/wp-content\/uploads\/All-On-4-2203.jpg);\" ><\/div><\/div><\/a>\n    <div class=\"recent-post-body\">\n\n        <!--<span class=\"time\">\n              <small>\n                              <\/small>\n            <\/span><!-- \/time -->\n\n        <h4 class=\"blog-title text-contrast\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.familydentistry.com\/blog\/what-is-all-on-4-and-how-does-it-replace-missing-teeth\/\" class=\"subtle-link\" title=\"Visit Our What Is All-on-4\u00ae and How Does It Replace Missing Teeth? blog post\">\n                What Is All-on-4\u00ae And How Does It Replace Missing Teeth?            <\/a>\n        <\/h4><!-- \/title -->\n\n                    <div class=\"excerpt small\">\n                <p>The All-on-4&reg; procedure is a popular choice for those looking to undergo a hybrid method of tooth replacement. 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