All-on-4 and All-on-6 Treatment Options
Losing several teeth can affect much more than a smile. Eating may become difficult, speech can change, and removable dentures may feel uncomfortable or unstable. When most or all teeth in an arch are missing or cannot be saved, implant-supported full-arch treatment can offer a fixed alternative to traditional dentures. Two commonly discussed options are All-on-4 and All-on-6. Both use dental implants to support a complete arch of replacement teeth, but they differ in the number of implants used and how support is distributed. The right choice is not simply about choosing four or six implants. A detailed dental assessment is needed to consider bone condition, bite, gum health, jaw anatomy and the planned replacement teeth. Understanding All-on-4 Treatment All-on-4 is designed to replace a complete arch of teeth using four strategically positioned dental implants. The implants act as stable foundations for a fixed bridge or full-arch prosthesis. In selected patients, the rear impla...