Are you ready for an entirely new smile? The All-on-X and All-on-4® treatment replace a full arch of teeth long-term, providing you with extra comfort and increased function.
These treatment plans are better built for your smile and facial structure than traditional dental products. If you need more information, feel free to schedule an initial visit with Bridge Creek Dental in Billings, MT. Our experienced oral health team is ready to help!
All-on-4 Treatment Plan
All-on-4 is a dental implant technique where the upper and lower set of teeth are replaced with just four implants each. These four implants act as a support mechanism for the placement of a new set of fixed teeth.
The dental implant itself is a small titanium screw that is positioned into the jawbone and then supports either a single tooth or a bridge of teeth. The titanium implant forms the foundation by which the replacement teeth are attached.
For the conventional dental implant procedure, a full arch rehabilitation required 6-8 implants to support a full fixed bridge. However, with the All-on-4 approach, only four implants are needed to provide support for the full arch. Just two implants are placed at the front of the mouth and two angled implants can be placed in the back.
All-On-X Treatment Plan
Similar to the All-on-4 plan, All-on-X restores your smile the day your implants are placed. This treatment offers flexibility with the number of implants attached to your permanent arch restoration, perfect for those who have bone loss or other oral health issues.
All-on-X treatment utilizes modern technology to pinpoint exactly the amount of implants you will need to fulfill your needs. This useful new dental tool saves you time placing dental implants individually while still maintaining focus on long-term care and practicality.
Which One is Right for Me?
Our dental team will pinpoint which treatment process will produce the best results during your initial appointment. As a general rule of thumb, we suggest the All-On-4 for patients with conventional bone density for tooth restoration treatments. All-On-X treatments are primarily for patients with less than sufficient bone density or who require more extensive dental treatment. Innovative options from the All-on-4 treatment can circumvent the need for invasive bone grafting procedures altogether.
Who Needs Reconstructive Dentistry?
The All-On-X and All-On-4® approaches are tailored for patients who need advanced dental treatments. Drs. Wassmer and Taylor are highly trained to provide effective results for our patients with these concerns. Listed below are some circumstances that can quickly be reversed with the help of reconstructive treatment.
The Benefits of a Fully New Smile
Whether you’ve recently damaged your teeth or find that your neglected damage is hard to ignore, we understand that making the decision to schedule dental work can sometimes bring trepidation.
However, All-on-X and All-on-4 can make the process easy. Here is what has kept our patients satisfied with their full arch replacement. Don’t hesitate to reach out to our office with any concerns!
Enhance Your Health
A healthy smile is an important place to start when focusing on your overall health and well-being. Fixing substantial tooth trauma simplifies every days tasks such as biting into healthy foods.
On top of this, your immune system can be overburdened when it is trying to fight infection or decay in the mouth. When we treat your smile, your immune system can focus on more spontaneous infections and diseases that come from living life. You can think of your dental procedure as a way to redirect your energy to the things that matter most.
Anchor Your Teeth
Underneath your gums, your tooth roots act as a support system to sustain your teeth. When one tooth root is missing or severely deteriorated, it often affects your entire jawline’s ability to properly secure your tooth roots. Through prompt dental treatment, you can help your teeth go back to normal— which reduces gum or tooth disease.
Reduce the risk of additional dental treatment by handling any tooth trauma today. Your future self will be glad you did!
Maximize Comfort and Confidence
You never know the positive impact something is having until it’s gone. Will All-on-X, patients love being able to wake up in the morning without having to manage pain from chipped or missing teeth. Some self-conscious patients have noticed that making a deliberate effort to improve their appearance can go a long way for their self-confidence.
Investing in yourself is never a bad idea. With the help of the Bridge Creek Dental team, we can provide exceptional results that can help you go about your day with your best smile.
The Benefits of the All-on-4 System
Here at Bridge Creek Dental, we have seen a lot of success in using the All-on-4 and All-On-X approach for dental implants. You get to walk away with an entirely new smile on the day your implants are placed. Here are a few other benefits that make our patients smile.
Minimally Invasive Procedure
The less invasive nature of the All-on-4® approach also means the healing and rehabilitation process is considerably shorter, and since fewer implant fixtures are used, there is more flexibility to design and fit customized replacement teeth.
In conventional treatment, fully reconstructing your teeth can often require the dentist to place each implant individually. This process can feel time-consuming and take a toll while you are recovering. The All-On-4 treatment process makes the service much shorter, often allowing you to receive the service you need in a single procedure.
Ignite Your Smile with a Simple Procedure
The All-on-4® and All-On-X treatment concepts have given patients with bone health issues an easier choice. In the past, a lack of upper jaw bone was a big problem for implant candidates, requiring bone grafting to build the jaw up enough to support the 6-8 implants that other methods required. Bone grafting is a separate dental procedure that can often require a long recovery.
Receiving these dental procedures can also support patients dealing with jaw bone deterioration. The implants that support All-On-X and the All-On-4 treatment method are built to substitute your natural tooth roots. With the anchor of dental implants, your jaw bone is less susceptible to decay over time.
Don’t let weakened teeth keep you from eating, drinking, and smiling brightly. Invest in the results you need with All-On-X and All-On-4 treatment!
Longevity Is Our Goal
Traditional restorative dentistry, such as dentures, can be a flexible and cost-effective option to address significant tooth damage. The All-on-4 and the All-on-X approaches enhance this standard form of care by offering a more permanent nature with dental implants.
The permanent nature of these treatment methods almost doubles the lifespan of tools such as removable dentures. Providing these treatments is one of the many ways we are able to put our patients first— in and out of a dentist’s chair.
Learn More About Our Treatment Process
This specialized service can often come with a lot of questions. Learn more about what to expect from our section below. If you have any other questions, feel free to reach out!
After The Dental Procedure
Be sure to follow all of our dental team’s instructions following the service. There may be slight discomfort for most people for a few days after the service has been completed. The discomfort you might feel is because your jawbone is adjusting to the new dental implants. Most patients find themselves being able to continue their daily habits after a week.
Bridge Creek Dental offers sedation dentistry to help patients experience little to no pain as the service takes place— so there’s no need for concern during the appointment. Sedation dentistry is medical techniques that help people feel at ease while the dental procedure takes place.
How Do These Treatments Affect My Smile?
The All-On-4® and All-on-X treatment plans are built to function almost identically to your natural smile. These dental techniques will not hinder your speech or daily habits but rather blend in with your natural smile. You’ll hardly even notice they are there once your gums and jaw have adjusted.
Taking Care Of Dental Prosthetics
There may be some special dietary or cleaning instructions from the dentist for the first couple of days after the treatment is completed. Following this, our patients are able to use conventional brushing and flossing habits to maintain their results.
Though reconstructive dentistry is powerful, it is essential for patients to do their part to help these tools last as long as possible. Helpful tips to increase these tools’ lifespan include:
- Don’t Risk Discoloration: Soda, smoking, and alcohol can easily cause tooth stains.
- Limit Hard Foods: Try to avoid tough foods and snacks while preparing meals.
- No Teeth Grinding: Teeth grinding can turn into a bad habit that can damage your teeth.
- Protecting Your Teeth: Use mouthguards to reduce the risk of accidental tooth injury.
Don’t Hide Your Smile Anymore, Get Your All-on-4® Treatment Today!
There are many reasons why patients in the Billings, MT area love the All-on-4® and All-on-X implants! Schedule your implant consultation to speak with our highly-trained dentists and get a personalized treatment plan just for you.