Losing teeth compromises your ability to bite and chew normally or even smile with total confidence. Even if you have lost several teeth or require a number of extractions, full restoration is still possible. At Southwest Oral Surgical Arts (SWOSA), we are pleased to offer comprehensive treatment in St. George and Cedar City via All-on-4® dental implants.
With this treatment method, we can replace entire rows of teeth using as few as four strategically placed implants. All-on-4 dental implants give you a second chance at a full smile, no matter the extent of your tooth loss.
Ideal Candidates for All-on-4 Dental Implants
During your initial consultation, your surgeon will evaluate your teeth and jaw, confirming your eligibility for All-on-4 dental implant care. The best candidates are missing multiple teeth, if not entire dental arches, and have sufficient jawbone to accommodate four or more implants. It is also important to have good health overall, without any untreated periodontal disease.
What Are the Benefits of All-On-4® Dental Implants?
All-on-4 dental implants are widely considered to be the gold standard for replacing entire dental arches. Some of the primary benefits of this treatment method include:
- You can enjoy a seamless smile, with custom replacement teeth that look and behave just like your natural ones.
- With the All-on-4 treatment concept, there is no need to extract or compromise the remaining healthy teeth that you have.
- All-on-4 treatment provides ongoing support for jaw health, allowing you to avoid unwanted changes to your facial structure.
- Once your dental implants have healed, you can enjoy your favorite foods as normal, with a strong and secure bite.
What Our Patients Have To Say
Our Advanced Technology
SWOSA is a trusted provider of All-on-4 care for patients throughout the area. One thing that sets us apart is our use of cutting-edge, research-backed technology. Through virtual surgery planning, we can carefully map out your dental implant placement in advance, allowing us to place implants with maximum precision. Not only can this abbreviate surgical times, but it also often leads to a higher implant success rate.
What Is Involved with the All-on-4 Dental Implant Process?
During an initial consultation, your surgeon will not only qualify you for surgery but also explain the details of your personal treatment plan. It is also a good time to ask any questions you might have about the procedure, recovery, and aftercare.
For your surgery, you will receive a warm welcome and be led back to a private treatment area. We will administer anesthesia to promote your comfort, and to ensure you have no memory of the surgery itself.
Your doctor will carefully place implants as needed, securing them to your jawbone. A dental prosthesis will be added, ensuring a seamless smile that looks completely natural. The total timeline for surgery varies according to the number of implants you need but is typically around two to three hours.
Recovery and Aftercare
For most patients, dental implant recovery is very well-tolerated. You can expect some discomfort and swelling for the first few days, but these symptoms are easily mediated with over-the-counter medications. Most patients feel ready to resume their normal school or work activities in just two or three days.
During your recovery from All-on-4 dental implants, you will initially need to stick with liquids, and with foods that do not require any chewing. You can transition back to your normal diet as you feel able. Full dietary guidelines will be provided before you are discharged.
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You’re in Good Hands with Our Doctors
No matter the extent of your tooth loss, you can still enjoy robust oral health, thanks to advanced treatments like All-on-4 dental implants. At SWOSA, we are pleased to provide full dental restoration to patients throughout St. George and Cedar City. Contact us to schedule your consultation today.
