Full-Arch Implants
Eat Anything You Want Again
Rebuild Your Smile With Full-Arch Implants in Norfolk
You deserve a fully functional set of teeth. Langan Dental Health & Implant Center offers full-arch implants in Norfolk. This option for replacing teeth can:
- Address widespread tooth loss with one coordinated plan
- Anchor replacement teeth to your jaw so they aren't just resting on your gums
- Help you return to a broader and more satisfying diet
- Give you renewed confidence in social settings
- Provide stimulation that helps protect your jawbone from weakening
- Restore dependable oral function for a return to normal routines
What Happens During Full-Arch Implant Treatment
Full-arch implant treatment begins with a detailed exam and digital planning. Your dentist needs to understand the condition of your remaining teeth, gums, jawbone, bite, and facial structure before designing your restoration. You can expect:
- Design Your Treatment - Your dentist determines how many dental implants you need and their ideal placement.
- Prepare Your Mouth. Teeth that cannot be saved may need to be removed before or during implant treatment. Some patients may also require bone grafting or another preparatory procedure.
- Place Your Implants - Your dentist positions the implants in carefully planned areas of the jaw. You may be a candidate for All-on-4 implants, which use only four implants to support your teeth.
- Complete Your New Smile - You'll leave with a temporary set of teeth after implant placement. Then, after appropriate healing, your dentist removes the temporary denture and attaches your full arch of new teeth to your implants. We'll check your bite, comfort, and appearance.
Full-arch treatment is only one way to replace multiple missing teeth. Depending on your goals, your dentist may suggest implant-supported bridges, partial dentures, implant-supported dentures, or full-mouth reconstruction. You can trust our implant expertise!
Call (888) 503-4723 to start your journey to a complete smile with full-arch implants in Norfolk.
Common Questions About Full-Arch Implants
What are full-arch dental implants?
Full-arch dental implants replace a complete upper or lower row of missing or failing teeth. Several strategically positioned implants support one connected restoration rather than requiring an individual implant beneath every replacement tooth. The treatment provides greater stability than a traditional removable denture.
Who is a good candidate for full-arch implants?
Full-arch implants may be appropriate when you have lost most or all the teeth in one arch or when your remaining teeth have a poor long-term prognosis. You also need adequate health for implant surgery and enough bone to support the planned implants. Grafting may give you more options in some cases.
Are full-arch implants the same as All-on-4?
All-on-4 is one approach to full-arch implant treatment. Full-arch implants are part of a broader category of using implants to support an entire row of replacement teeth. All-on-4 specifically refers to a treatment concept that uses four strategically positioned implants, with two of them inserted at an angle.
Can I receive teeth on the same day as my implants?
Some patients can receive a temporary set of teeth during the same treatment phase as implant placement. However, receiving teeth quickly does not mean the implants have finished healing. They still require time to integrate with your jawbone. Same-day treatment depends on bone quality, implant stability, bite forces, health, and other clinical factors.
Can full-arch implants help me eat better?
Yes, full-arch implants help you eat better. They provide a more stable foundation for chewing than missing teeth or an unstable removable denture. This increased support may help you enjoy a wider variety of foods. However, you will have temporary dietary restrictions while implants heal, especially if you receive temporary teeth shortly after surgery.
