When you have missing teeth, dental implants can permanently restore your smile. Among the varieties of this cosmetic dentistry solution, one popular and effective choice is the all-on-four prosthesis. Learn more about this type of dental procedure before scheduling a consultation with your dentist. 

What’s Different About an All-on-Four Dental Prosthesis?

Dental implants are titanium screws surgically placed in your lower or upper jaw with a crown attached for a natural look. Unlike traditional implants that require bone grafting and up to eight individual pieces, the all-on-four prosthesis uses four screws per arch placed at a specific angle to harness your jaw’s support. With fewer implants needed, the procedure is faster, recovery is shorter, and the treatment as a whole is less expensive because bone grafting is unnecessary and fewer custom devices are created. 

Who Is the Right Candidate for This Option?

All-on-four is ideal for patients who are missing a majority of their teeth and wish to find a permanent solution as opposed to removable dentures. While the right candidate should be in excellent health, having lower bone volume may not be an issue since this procedure may eliminate the need for bone grafting. The best way to determine if all-on-four will work for you is to schedule a consultation with a cosmetic dentist.

If you’re interested in an all-on-four dental prosthesis, consult Brian S. Kubo, DDS, an experienced Honolulu-born dentist who has helped residents across the Big Island maintain beautiful, healthy smiles since 1993. In addition to cosmetic dentistry expertise, he offers preventative care and periodontal disease diagnosis and treatment. Call (808) 885-8465 to schedule an appointment today. For more information on Dr. Kubo and his commitment to providing cutting-edge cosmetic dentistry in a welcoming environment, visit the dental clinic online.