All on 4 Implants by Dental Smile Pattaya

All on 4 Implants

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 a few days after implant surgery. In conclusion, it takes around 10 -14 days to complete all works but we need to check your bone conditions by x-ray to confirm case by case.

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All on 4 dental implants

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-4 Procedure is innovative solutions of the last decade. It was created to rehabilitate the edentulous maxilla and mandible with fixed prostheses. The technique use 4 implants placing in the anterior of patient’s jaw which possesses the highest bone density. Because of this, it will have the higher success rate and allowing dentist to place a fixed prosthesis with 12 to 14 teeth immediately after surgery. By this method, the rehabilitation of esthetics and function purpose will be achieved. Moreover, the use of fewer implants simplifies and speeds up the surgical and prosthetic procedures. It is also easier for hygienic maintenance for less implants. Patients with poor bone levels will get benefit from All-on-4. It can be performed without bone grafting. The use of the “All-on-4” method will make it possible for dentist to perform the complete reconstruction of a patient full arch. If you need stronger and last long teeth, dentist may advise All-on-5 or All-on-6 implant. This is better choice for patients who less bone quality.

Benefits of All-on-Four Immediate 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 one by one implants
  • Eliminates the need for bone grafting for almost cases
  • Easy for maintenance through proper oral hygiene
  • You can eat your favorite foods again
  • No frustrations from removable appliances
  • Better long-term results may last a upto lifetime
  • Youthful appearance from bone level stabilization
Dr. cherry Dental Smile Pattaya

 

About Our Implantologist

Working in Bangkok as a dentist after graduating with honors of Mahidol University in 2001. In 2007, Dr. Cherry established Dental Smile Pattaya and has been providing gentle dental care in Pattaya. With over 20 years of experience and over 1,000 dental implant cases, she is trusted by Thai and International patients in Pattaya for careful and comfortable treatments. She specializes in Dental Implant, Cosmetic and Prosthodontic restoration fields.

Dr. Patcharin Nanthaekaphong (Dr. Cherry) DDS. MSC., Prosthodontics

  • Master of Sciences in Prosthodontic Dentistry, Mahidol University
  • Certificate of Surgical & Prosthetic in Implant Dentistry in affiliated with Bern University Swiss
  • Certificate of Implantology, Apsun Dental Implant Research & Education/AIC
  • Completion of Implant Course Training ITI Straumann system, 3i System and Osstem system

 

all on 4 dental implants by Dr cherry Dental smile Pattaya

All on 4 implants for upper and bottom jaws 

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All on 5 implants for upper jaw and traditional 4 implants on bottom

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All on 6 implants on upper jaw 

 

All-on-4 Dental Implants in Pattaya FAQs

What is All-On-Four Dental Implants in Pattaya 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 placement including tooth extracted (if required)
  • 4th to 5th visit: permanent teeth placement (if implant placement is strong enough and ready to load permenent teeth).
  • 6th to 7th visit: Post examination and may suture removal.

Why don’t I get my permanent set of teeth the day my implants are placed?

For any surgery, patient need time to heal. So, once the implants are installed, you wil have a temporary set of teeth or long-term provisional prosthesis. It is made by acrylic resin, which places less stress on your gums and implants. With this set of teeth, you can eat some foods, but do not have to tear with your front teeth like apples. Once your implant wound recovery, we will install the permanent set of teeth, which will be made of acrylic or porcelaindepending your choice.

If you are wearing a denture but think about 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 denture at night, dentures slipping during speaking or smiling or the bad breath from wearing dentures

What is recovery time of All-on-4 dental implant?

Depending on the patient’s general health condition, recovery time for an “All-on-Four” surgery varies from 5 to 10 days. Because bruising and swelling may appear, the full recovery period can be a little longer from 5 to 10 days. Usually, the patient will be aesthetically recovered by the time that the stitches are removed during an appointment around ten to fifteen days after the surgery date.

All-On-Four Dental Implant procedures by using only 4 implants where conventional implants use upto 5 to 8 implants per arch. Because the posterior implants of the All-On-Four procedure are placed at an angle, it allows increasing support of your jaw bone. Conventional implants often require bone grafting the process that require at least 6 months healing time. The All-On-Four Dental protocol need no bone grafting for most cases. It alsohave a success rate equal to or better than traditional implants. All-On-4 Implants save time and money.

Researchs show a 98.2% success rate by using All-on-4 Dental Implants on the lower arch, and a 97 – 98% success rate on the upper arch.

We apply the latest technique in smile design to create your new smile results, skin tone, age, and personality into consideration when creating your new permanent set of teeth to ensure it will congruent with your features. It is also important the teeth will have the right size, shape, color, and proportion. A common mistake made by inexperienced dentists with the subtleties of the prosthetic demands is to show a line when patient smile where the artificial gums meet your natural gums. This will be 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 results possible.

The ideal candidate for the All-On-Four Implant 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.

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.

If traditional bone graft is not possible. 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.