All-on-Four
When the remaining teeth in an arch are failing or have already
been lost, the All-on-Four protocol can be used to place implants
and a full-arch of teeth on the same day.
These teeth are used for approximately 6 months during the
healing phase, and are then replaced by the definitive
bridgework.
How are All-on-4 Dental Implants
different from dentures?
As opposed to dentures, All-On-Four dental
implants are a permanent set of teeth that look and feel natural,
which means:
- They are permanent teeth that look and feel like natural
teeth
- They are stable, allowing you to bite with increased force -
allowing you to eat all of your favorite foods once again
- No more discomfort, as they don't press down on your gums like
dentures do
- They allow you to taste and experience your food, as you no
longer have to worry about slipping
- The presence of the implants in the jaw stimulates the bone,
thus preventing further bone deterioration
- No more gagging
- No more nightly removal and cleaning
- No more messy, sticky adhesives!
John Moorhouse has been at the forefront of the development of
this technique and has helped Nobel-Biocare Implant
Manufacturer improve the procedure.
Meet John
Moorhouse
(Above photos courtesy of John Moorhouse)