Our Seattle Oral Surgeons Can Transform Your Smile
Are you struggling with multiple missing teeth or ill-fitting dentures? All-on-4® dental implants offer a life-changing solution for those seeking a permanent, natural-looking smile. At Maring & Johnson Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in downtown Seattle, we specialize in this innovative implant dentistry technique that can restore your entire arch of teeth in just one day.
Our team of experienced professionals, led by Dr. Thomas Maring, Dr. Robert Johnson, and Dr. Susan Maring, combines oral surgery and periodontal expertise to provide comprehensive care that’s rare to find under one roof. Call our oral surgeons in Seattle today at 206-343-7500 to discover how All-on-4 implants can transform your smile and improve your quality of life.
What Are All-on-4® Dental Implants?
All-on-4® dental implants represent a groundbreaking approach to full-arch tooth replacement. This technique uses just four strategically placed implants to support an entire arch of prosthetic teeth. Unlike traditional dentures, All-on-4 implants are permanently fixed in your mouth, offering stability and functionality that closely mimics natural teeth.
The All-on-4 system is designed to maximize the use of available bone, often eliminating the need for bone grafting. This makes it an excellent option for patients with reduced bone density who might not be candidates for traditional implant methods.
Benefits of All-on-4 Dental Implants
All-on-4 dental implants offer numerous advantages over traditional dentures and other tooth replacement options:
- Immediate Results: You can leave our office with a full set of fixed, functional teeth on the day of surgery.
- Improved Oral Function: Enjoy eating your favorite foods without restrictions.
- Enhanced Aesthetics: The prosthetic teeth look and feel natural, boosting your confidence.
- Bone Preservation: Implants stimulate the jawbone, preventing bone loss and maintaining facial structure.
- Easy Maintenance: Care for your All-on-4 implants much like natural teeth with regular brushing and flossing.
- Long-lasting Solution: With proper care, All-on-4 implants can last a lifetime.
- Cost-Effective: While the initial investment may be higher, the long-term benefits often make All-on-4 implants more cost-effective than other options.
Discover how dental implants in Seattle can benefit your oral health by contacting our oral surgeons at 206-343-7500.
The All-on-4 Implant Process
Initial Consultation
Your journey to a new smile begins with a comprehensive consultation at our downtown Seattle dental office. During this visit, our team will:
- Evaluate your oral health
- Take detailed 3D scans of your jaw
- Discuss your smile goals and expectations
- Explain the All-on-4 procedure in detail
- Answer any questions you may have
Implant Treatment Planning
Based on your consultation, our oral surgeons will develop a personalized treatment plan. This plan takes into account the condition of your remaining teeth, your jawbone density and structure, overall oral health, and your aesthetic preferences. We’ll review this plan with you, ensuring you understand each step of the process.
Dental Implant Surgery
On the day of your All-on-4 procedure, you’ll be comfortably sedated to ensure a pain-free experience. Any remaining teeth will be extracted if necessary. Four dental implants will be strategically placed in your jaw, and a temporary set of teeth will be attached to the implants. The All-On-4 dental implant procedure involves tilting the two posterior implants towards the rear of the mouth and placing them into the anterior maxilla, an area of the jaw with higher bone density.
You’ll leave our dental office the same day with a functional, natural-looking set of teeth!
Recovery and Final Prosthesis
Over the next few months, your implants will integrate with your jawbone during a process known as osseointegration. During this time, you’ll follow a soft food diet to allow for proper healing. We’ll monitor your progress with follow-up appointments. Once healing is complete, we’ll replace your temporary prosthesis with a permanent, custom-made set of teeth.
Caring for Your All-on-4 Implants
Maintaining your All-on-4 implants is similar to caring for natural teeth:
- Brush twice daily with a soft-bristled toothbrush
- Floss daily using specialized floss or water flossers
- Attend regular check-ups and professional cleanings
With proper care, your All-on-4 implants can provide a lifetime of beautiful smiles and improved oral function.
Advanced Technology for Precise Implant Placement
At Maring & Johnson, our Seattle oral surgeons leverage state-of-the-art technology to enhance the precision and success of your dental implant procedure. Our practice is equipped with a Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) scanner, which provides high-resolution 3D images of your oral structures. This advanced imaging allows us to plan and execute implant placements with incredible accuracy, ensuring optimal positioning and reducing the risk of complications.
We also utilize an intraoral scanner, eliminating the need for uncomfortable traditional impressions. This digital scanning technology creates highly detailed, instant 3D models of your teeth and gums, allowing for more precise treatment planning and custom-fitted restorations. The combination of CBCT and intraoral scanning technologies enables us to offer computer-guided implant surgeries, resulting in more predictable outcomes, shorter treatment times, and improved patient comfort.
All-on-4 vs. Traditional Dental Implants
While both All-on-4 and traditional implants offer excellent tooth replacement solutions, they have some key differences:
- Number of Implants: All-on-4 uses just four implants per arch, while traditional methods may require six to eight implants.
- Bone Grafting: All-on-4 often eliminates the need for bone grafting, making it suitable for patients with lower bone density.
- Treatment Time: All-on-4 typically allows for immediate loading of teeth, while traditional implants may require several months before the final teeth are placed.
Cost: All-on-4 can be more cost-effective due to fewer implants and potentially avoiding bone grafts.
