All-on-4 dental implants are a full-arch approach in which four implants support replacement teeth in an upper or lower jaw. It may be considered when most or all teeth in that arch are missing or cannot be retained. The number and arrangement of implants must be selected for the individual patient.
At Mackenzie Smiles Dentistry in Richmond Hill, Ontario, an assessment can help you understand whether full-arch implant treatment may fit your needs. Planning considers your health history, gums, available jawbone, bite, cleaning needs and treatment goals. Imaging, extractions or additional procedures may be recommended when clinically needed.
This page focuses on full-arch replacement. Visit our dental implants page for broader implant options, or compare dentures and dental bridges with your dentist before deciding.
Full-arch treatment is planned in stages. Your dentist will discuss the proposed implant positions, the condition of remaining teeth, healing, and replacement teeth. A temporary bridge on the day of surgery may be possible in selected cases, but is not appropriate for everyone. The final restoration and its timing depend on healing and the treatment plan.
Implant-supported teeth need daily cleaning and ongoing professional care. Your dental team can demonstrate how to clean under the bridge and recommend suitable aids. Attend follow-up visits and report discomfort, swelling, bleeding or a change in the fit of your replacement teeth.
Prepare for your discussion with the CDA dental implant guide, ODA oral health resources and RCDSO consent guidance. To discuss full-arch treatment in Richmond Hill, request a dental assessment.
Common Questions
No. A dentist must assess your oral health, jawbone, bite, medical history and ability to keep the area clean. The assessment may identify a different implant arrangement or a removable option that better suits your needs. Ask about the benefits, limitations and alternatives before deciding.
Some patients may receive temporary teeth on the day of surgery, but this depends on the treatment plan and the stability of the implants. It is not guaranteed. Healing and follow-up assessments determine when the final restoration can be fitted.
A full-arch implant bridge is attached to implants and is removed by a dental professional when needed. A conventional removable denture is taken out by the patient for cleaning. Both require maintenance. Compare denture options and other alternatives with your dentist.
Clean around the implants and beneath the bridge every day using the methods your dental team demonstrates. Keep professional maintenance appointments so the tissues, implants and bridge can be checked. Report a loose restoration, bleeding, swelling or persistent discomfort to the clinic.
All-on-4 implant treatment is not covered under current CDCP rules. The Government of Canada Dental Benefits Guide excludes implants and implant-related procedures. Visit our CDCP information page and ask the clinic to check any proposed non-implant services separately.
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