If you’re missing most or all of your teeth, All-On-4 dental implants offer a life-changing solution. At Dental Designs of Stroud, our doctors provide full-arch restoration using strategic implant placement to replace an entire arch of teeth with a fixed, permanent solution.
All-On-4 uses just four implants to support a full arch of replacement teeth. In many cases, you can leave our office with a functional set of teeth the same day as your implant surgery.
How All-On-4® Replaces An Entire Arch
Traditional implant approaches for full-arch replacement can require eight or more implants per arch, along with extensive bone grafting. All-On-4 takes a different approach.
Four strategically placed implants support a complete arch of teeth. The back implants are angled to maximize contact with existing bone, which often eliminates the need for bone grafting. A custom full-arch prosthesis is attached to the implants, giving you a complete set of functional teeth.
The result is a fixed solution that doesn’t slip, doesn’t require adhesive, and functions like natural teeth. You can eat, speak, and smile with complete confidence.
Strategic Placement For Maximum Stability
The success of All-On-4 lies in the precise placement of the four implants. Our doctors use advanced 3D imaging to plan the exact position and angle of each implant for optimal support and stability.
The two front implants are placed vertically in areas of strong bone. The two back implants are angled at 30 to 45 degrees to avoid areas of low bone density and engage stronger bone farther back in the jaw.
This strategic angulation maximizes contact with existing bone, often eliminates the need for bone grafting, provides immediate stability for the prosthesis, distributes chewing forces evenly across all four implants, and allows for immediate or same-day function.
A New Smile, Same Day
One of the most appealing aspects of All-On-4 is the potential for immediate function. In many cases, a temporary full-arch prosthesis can be attached to your implants the same day they’re placed.
You’ll walk in with failing teeth or dentures and leave with a complete, functional set of teeth. While the prosthesis is temporary, it allows you to eat soft foods, speak clearly, and smile confidently while your implants heal.
After three to six months of healing, the temporary prosthesis is replaced with a permanent restoration made from high-quality materials designed to last for decades.
Preserving Bone & Preventing Facial Collapse
When you lose teeth, the bone that once supported them begins to deteriorate. Over time, this bone loss causes your jaw to shrink, leading to a sunken facial appearance and making dentures increasingly difficult to wear.
All-On-4 implants prevent this bone loss by stimulating the jawbone just like natural tooth roots. The implants integrate with your bone and provide the stimulation needed to maintain bone density and facial structure.
Unlike traditional dentures that rest on your gums and accelerate bone loss, implant-supported teeth preserve your bone and keep your facial proportions intact.
Are You A Candidate?
All-On-4 is ideal for patients who are missing most or all of their teeth or have failing teeth that need extraction.
You may be a good candidate if you:
- Are missing most or all of your teeth in one or both arches
- Have dentures that don’t fit well or that you’re tired of dealing with
- Have failing teeth that need extraction
- Want a fixed solution that doesn’t come out
- Are in good overall health
Even if you’ve been told you don’t have enough bone for implants, All-On-4 may still be an option. The angled placement technique often works in cases where traditional implants would require extensive grafting.
Recovery & Adjusting To Your New Smile
Recovery from All-On-4 surgery is typically more comfortable than patients expect. You’ll have some swelling and tenderness for a few days, but most patients manage well with over-the-counter pain relievers and return to light activities within a day or two.
Stick to soft foods for the first few weeks, avoid strenuous activity for a few days, and follow all post-operative care instructions. Adjusting to your new teeth takes a few weeks as your tongue and muscles adapt.
Most patients are thrilled with how quickly they adapt and how much better their quality of life becomes with stable, functional teeth.
A Transformation That Lasts
With proper care, All-On-4 implants can last 20 years or longer—often for life. The prosthesis may need replacement every 10 to 15 years due to normal wear, but the implants themselves typically remain stable indefinitely.
To protect your investment:
- Brush your prosthesis daily with a soft brush
- Use a water flosser to clean around the implants
- Visit us regularly for checkups and professional cleanings
- Avoid smoking, which increases the risk of implant failure
All-On-4 gives you back the ability to eat what you want, smile without embarrassment, and live without the limitations of dentures.
Get Your Life Back With All-On-4®
At Dental Designs of Stroud, All-On-4 dental implants offer a permanent, life-changing solution for patients who are missing most or all of their teeth. Our doctors combine our surgical expertise with advanced planning to deliver full-arch restorations that look natural, function beautifully, and restore your confidence.
Call our Stroud, OK office or book online to schedule your All-On-4 consultation. We’ll evaluate your case, explain your options, and create a plan that transforms your smile and your life.