Need to replace missing teeth? Before you settle on traditional dentures, consider the benefits of All-on-4® dental implants. Read on to learn how they can help you.

These aren’t your grandmother’s dentures. 

If you’ve experienced tooth loss and need dentures, you probably have an image of traditional dentures you must remove often for cleaning, sleeping, and more. 

Here at C & C Dental in Sugar Land, Texas, though, we’re trying to change the image and function of dentures with All-on-4® dental implants. 

Here’s more about what they are, how they work, and how you can benefit from them. 

What are All-on-4 implants?

All-on-4 dental implants are a modern alternative to traditional dentures, perfect for patients who need to replace a full arch of teeth. All-on-4 involves four dental implants inserted into your jawbone, which anchor a row of prosthetic teeth.  

We place the implants in the areas of your jawbone with the highest bone density and stability for the best support. We assess your situation to determine the specific implant locations that work best for you.  

After we install the four implants, we attach a temporary set of prosthetic teeth to the implants that provide you with functional teeth while the implants fuse with your jawbone.  

Once this process is complete (it usually takes a few months), we replace the temporary teeth with a permanent, custom-made, full-arch prosthesis that matches your natural teeth in color, shape, and function. 

What are the benefits of All-on-4 implants?

All-on-4 implants provide several benefits that traditional dentures don’t: 

Functionality

All-on-4 implants are stable, functioning essentially like natural teeth. You can bite and chew as before and don’t have to worry about your teeth slipping or rubbing your gums like traditional dentures sometimes do.  

You also don’t have to remove them for cleaning, sleeping, or any other activity. You just continue your usual oral hygiene routine. 

Confidence

All-on-4 implants are the most natural-looking denture option. The prosthetic arch is customized to match the color, size, and shape of your existing teeth. Your smile looks natural, giving your self-esteem and confidence a boost you may have lacked with missing teeth. 

Durability

Implants are made of a high-quality material, often titanium, that can last many years. To get the most out of yours, care for them appropriately. Brush your teeth at least twice a day and floss at least once, removing food particles trapped around your prosthesis.  

Also, visit your dentist regularly for checkups and cleanings; we check your implants and prosthesis to address any issues or make adjustments as necessary. 

If you’re interested in further exploring the benefits of All-on-4 dental implants, our team at C & C Dental would be glad to talk with you. Call our Sugar Land office at 281-242-0241 or book your appointment online today.