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All-on-Four Dental Implant

All-on-Four™ Dental implant concept is a revolution in dental implant dentistry in this decade. If you have no teeth left and suffering with dentures or have been told you are not a candidate for traditional implants, All-on-Four™ may be for you. Unlike traditional implant procedure, patient will receive implants and a full set of non-removable, replacement teeth during a single trip to Pattaya. With the concept of "immediate loading", you can have your new permanent teeth in only 3-5 days after implant surgery. In conclusion, it takes around 7-10 days to complete all works.

 

The “All-on-Four” technique has been developed to maximise the use of the available bone and changes the original conception with regard to immediate loading for the edentulous patient. “All-on-Four” is a flapless and painless procedure. From the surgical perspective, it is a simple and predictable procedure and it permits the patient to get the same teeth function as they would have with their natural teeth.

All-on-Four Procedure is innovative aesthetic dental solutions beginning of the 1990´s, in order to rehabilitate the edentulous maxilla and mandible with fixed prostheses.In this technique, 4 implants are placed in the anterior region of the jaw, which has the highest bone density because this also represents the highest success rate, thus allowing the fitting of a fixed prosthesis with 12 to 14 teeth immediately on a few of surgery.

Through this technique, the rehabilitation of aesthetics and dental function can be achieved. Furthermore, the use of fewer implants simplifies and speeds up the surgical and prosthetic procedures. Hygienic maintenance is also favoured, thus increasing the longevity of the rehabilitation.

The “All-on-Four” technique allows doctors to place implants in patients with poor bone levels, who would normally require a bone graft prior to implant placement. The use of the “All-on-Four” technique makes it possible for a dentist to achieve the complete reconstruction of a patient’s mouth, by fitting a dental prosthesis attached onto four points on implants.

 

 

Benefits of All-on-Four Dental Implant

  • No need 2nd trip to Thailand. Patient have whole new teeth within a few days.
  • Requires minimal recovery time comparing traditional implant
  • Reduces overall cost when compared to single implants
  • Eliminates the need for bone grafting, in most cases
  • Allows for easy maintenance through proper oral hygiene
  • Restores the ability to eat all types of foods
  • Relieves the many frustrations of removable appliances
  • Ensures long-term results with the potential to last a lifetime
  • Renews a youthful appearance through bone level stabilization

FAQs about All-On-Four Dental Implant

How do All-On-Four Dental Implants compare to traditional implants?
All-On-Four Dental Implant procedures utilize only 4 implants, whereas traditional implants utilize anywhere from 5 to 8 implants in one arch. Because the posterior implants of the All-On-Four procedure are placed at an angle, it allows for increased support by using the natural support of your bone.

Also, traditional implants often require bone grafting, a process that can take 6 months or more. The All-On-Four Dental protocol requires no bone grafting for most patients, with a success rate that is equal to or better than traditional implants. All-On-Four Dental Implants save you from unnecessary surgery and discomfort, as well as time and money.

What is the success rate of All-On-Four Dental Implant?
Published studies show a 98.2% success rate using All-On-Four Dental Implants on the lower arch, and a 97 - 98% success rate using them on the upper arch.

Will my new teeth look natural?
We uses the latest concepts in smile design to create your new smile and takes your facial features, skin tone, age, and personality into consideration when creating your new permanent set of teeth to ensure that they are congruent with your features. It is important that they are the right size, shape, color, and proportion. A common mistake made by dentists inexperienced with the subtleties of the prosthetic demands, is to show a line, when smiling, where the artificial gums meet your natural gums. This is evaluated by our team during the surgical planning to ensure that this junction is not visible during smiling or speech and you have the most natural outcome possible.

Prior to the fabrication of your final set of new teeth, we makes sure that you are pleased with the size, shape, color, proportion, and comfort of your new teeth. Many patients comment that their new teeth are more beautiful than their permanent teeth ever were. You can be confident in your new smile.

What is All-On-Four Dental Implant procedure?
Each patient is different, and therefore, can expect different timelines, but a general guideline for the All-On-Four Dental Implant Procedure is:

  • 1st visit: initial consultation and treatment plan
  • 2nd visit: take impressions for study model
  • 3rd visit: implant surgery including tooth extracted (if required)
  • 4th-5th visit: permanent teeth placement
  • 6 visit: suture removal and post examination

Why don't I get my permanent set of teeth the day my implants are placed?
As with any surgery, you need time to heal. So, once the implants are placed, you are given a temporary set of teeth or long-term provisional prosthesis made of acrylic resin, which places less stress on your gums and implants. With this set of teeth, you take it easy. You can eat solid foods, but we ask you to only eat foods that can be cut with a fork or that you do not have to tear with your front teeth (like apples).

Once your gums have healed and the implants have stabilized, we will place your permanent set of teeth, which will be made of acrylic or porcelain and will have a titanium frame that allows you to enjoy all of your favorite foods.

What if I just need implants on my bottom arch? What do I need to do have All-On-Four
Dental Implants on both arches?
It is perfectly fine to have All-On-Four Dental Implants on only the lower or upper arch. However, if you feel you might need dentures on both eventually, it is typically best to perform the procedure at the same time to achieve better results, and save you time and money. But in certain cases, we can schedule separate procedures to meet your financial and health needs.

Those who replace their dentures with All-on-Four dental implants will never have to remove their replacement teeth again for cleaning because their new teeth can be cleaned and maintained just like a natural set of teeth.

If you are looking at the possibility of having to wear dentures but choose All-on-Four dental implants, you will never have to experience the crippling effects of loose dentures, being unable to eat the foods you enjoy, messy adhesives, removing teeth at night, the embarrassment of dentures slipping during speech or smiling or the bad breath associated with wearing dentures

What is recovery time of All-on-Four dental implant?

Depending on the patient’s general health condition, recovery time for an “All-on-Four” surgery varies from 5 to 10 days. From a systemic point of view, one day is usually all that is necessary for surgery recovery. Aesthetically, because bruising and swelling may appear, the full recovery period ranges can be a little more prolonged - going from 5 up to 10 days. Usually, the patient is aesthetically recovered by the time that the stitches are removed during an appointment, 10 to 15 days after surgery.

Who is the ideal candidate for All-On-Four?
The ideal candidate for the All-On-Four Dental Implant procedure is someone who is currently wearing dentures or will need dentures in the future and is in good health with little bone deterioration. If you are concerned about any health issues, he will contact your physician to discuss your medical condition and determine if this procedure is right for you. We will obtain medical clearance from your doctor, if your doctor feels that it is acceptable to proceed with the procedure. It is rare for a medical condition to interfere with your ability to have this procedure.

However, because of his expertise, we has been able to work with all types of bone conditions and those who might have been turned away from other dentists. In this instance, we might have to place additional implants to counteract the bone loss or perhaps help you to grow more bone.

 

Risks, complications and side effects of All-On-Four

The “All-on-Four” surgical technique does not have any risks associated with it, apart from the usual risks associated with any kind of oral surgery. As long as pre- and post-operative instructions are followed precisely, it is highly unlikely that any complications will occur.

Because it is necessary to prevent infections, the patient must always takes proper medication including antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs. This medication is selected according to the patient’s general health condition and allergies. Any other medication that the patient might be taking must also be taken into consideration when establishing the patient’s medication protocol. By correctly following the medication protocol, it will prevent pain from occurring. Side effects associated with this procedure are: bruises and swelling - which disappear after 5 to 10 days depending on the patient’s health conditions.

Patients receiving anti-clotting medication will tend to have a longer recovery time. Temporary numbness may occur in some cases. The Malo Clinic gives every patient: an appropriate medication, oral hygiene and a maintenance protocol before the surgery.

 

Post-operative care, Convalescence: The post-operative experience of an “All-on-Four” surgery does not compromise “normal” life. However, some precautions are recommended, such as: apply ice on the post-operative area and eat soft and cold food during the first 48 hours after surgery.

It is also recommended to avoid exposure to sunlight and to adjust the sleeping position so that the patient’s head is kept higher than the body. The post-operative medication protocol must be followed because this has been planned to ensure a quicker healing process and a better control of pain and bruising.

Zygoma Dental implant

One solution for patients with lack of bone quantity in the upper posterior segments is bi-lateral sinus grafting. This grafting will produce enough bone volume for the placement of implants, however the implants are not ready to restore for nine to twelve months.

The placement of Zygoma dental implants bypasses the need to undergo bi-lateral sinus grafting and, because they provide excellent fixation, they can be loaded with a fixed bridge immediately following surgery. Zygoma implants offer patients an alternative to lateral sinus grafting with drastically reduced waiting times.

 

 

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