All-On-8 Dental Implants
What Are All-on-8 Dental Implants?
All-on-8 dental implants are essentially extra-security implants. This treatment option involves placing a complete set of new teeth with just eight dental implants (as opposed to one implant for each tooth). All-on-8 is especially useful for patients with poor jawbone density, irregularly-shaped mouths, and other complex dental issues.
Walking You Through the Procedure
Dental implants involve invasive surgery, and many patients have lots of anxiety surrounding painful dental procedures. But when you come to Preferred Family Dentistry, you’ll get all the information you need to feel comfortable with the process. Here’s a brief overview of what you can expect from the all-on-8 procedure:
- A full examination, complete with x-rays and other supplemental tests
- Professional tooth impressions to be sent off to help create your new teeth
- Tooth extraction is done with the proper amount of sedation
- Surgical professionals who can accurately place implants to support a full mouth of teeth
- Placement of the new set of teeth and comprehensive recovery instructions
The Benefits of All-on-8 Dental Implants
Dental implant surgery requires more recovery than other restorative options, but patients love all the benefits they get after the fact. Take a look at just a few of the reasons dental implants are a top choice:
- Get the appearance of natural teeth
- Improves ability to bite and chew
- Prevent bone loss
- Stop teeth from shifting over time
- Minimize the chance of gum disease
- Prevent facial sagging and changes in shape
- Dental implants can last a lifetime with proper care
Find Out If You’re a Candidate
Nearly anyone can be a candidate for all-on-8 dental implants. If you have multiple missing or decayed teeth and have sufficient jawbone density, this surgical treatment may be right for you. But to really know whether these dental implants will make a difference in your life, you’ll need to meet with one of our dentists. A member of our care team will learn more about your condition and decide if this option makes sense for you.
