All-on-4 Dental Implants in Albuquerque, NM
If you're missing most or all of your teeth in an arch, All-on-4 implants offer a fixed, full-arch solution supported by just four implants. Our Albuquerque team can often provide a temporary smile the same day as your surgery.
What Happens During All-on-4 Treatment
Your dentist starts with a thorough evaluation, including imaging to map your jawbone and plan the precise placement of four implants. These implants are positioned at angles that take advantage of your available bone, which is part of what makes All-on-4 possible for many patients who might not qualify for traditional implants.
On the day of surgery, the implants are placed, and many patients receive a temporary set of teeth attached the same day. After a healing period of a few months, your final, custom-made restoration is attached to complete your new smile.
Benefits of All-on-4 Implants
Fixed, Stable Smile
A permanently attached restoration that functions much like natural teeth.
Temporary Teeth at Surgery
Many patients leave surgery with a temporary set of teeth already in place.
Fewer Implants Needed
Just four implants can support a full arch, often reducing surgical time and cost.
Preserves Jawbone
Implants help maintain bone density where a missing tooth root once was.
All-on-4 vs. Traditional Implants
Traditional implant treatment often places one implant per missing tooth, which can require more implants and, in some cases, bone grafting if you don't have enough bone density. All-on-4 uses fewer implants placed at strategic angles, which can make it a more accessible option for patients replacing a full arch.
If you're missing several teeth but not a full arch, an implant-supported bridge might be a better fit. Your dentist can help you compare options based on your specific situation.
Recovery & Aftercare
Healing after All-on-4 surgery takes time, and your dentist will give you detailed instructions for diet, oral hygiene, and activity level during the first several weeks. Most patients settle into a normal routine within a few weeks, while full integration of the implants with your jawbone continues for a few months.
Regular checkups after treatment help make sure your implants and restoration stay in great shape for years to come.
Cost & Financing
All-on-4 treatment is a significant investment, and cost varies based on your specific needs and the materials used for your final restoration. Our front desk team is happy to walk through pricing and financing options so you can plan with confidence.
Why Choose Desert Ridge Dental in Albuquerque
Full-arch implant treatment is a major decision, and our Albuquerque team takes the time to walk you through every step, from your first consultation through your final restoration.
Meet the dentists behind your care or reach out to our Albuquerque office to start planning your new smile.
Frequently Asked Questions
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