ALL-on-4 & ALL-ON-X – JACKSONVILLE
The Stable, Comfortable Way to Replace Missing Teeth
Thanks to major advancements in dentistry, traditional removable dentures are no longer your only option for replacing an entire arch of missing teeth. Combining dental implants with dentures is a good option to consider.
If you are looking for the best way to replace all your missing teeth, consider an All-on-X solution. For most patients, there is no better way to recreate the function and beauty of your original, natural teeth.
You may have heard of All-on-4™ dental implants. All-on-X is just the next generation of this approach. Many patients can utilize 4 dental implants to secure their new smile. However, some require 5 or even 6 implants to do the job properly. That is why this procedure has now become known as All-on-X.
Dr. Johnson and his team will utilize their expertise and the latest technology to study your mouth and determine the best solution for you. Please continue reading this page or just give us a call today to learn more about how All-on-X can give you a new smile and a happier, healthier life.
How Does All-on-X Smile Replacement Work?
All-on-X dental implants are a unique type of implant denture. For reference, implant dentures are a step up from traditional dentures that rely on natural suction from your gums in order to stay in place. That is why most dentures do not fit and why adding dental implants makes things so much better.
All-on-X solutions take things to the next level. Like implant dentures, they are anchored directly into your jawbone with small titanium posts called dental implants. The main difference is while implant dentures can still be removed by patients, All-on-X is more permanent and can only be removed by a dentist. The result is they look and function much more like natural teeth. It really is no longer considered a denture at all.
Another reason to consider All-on-X instead of “regular” implant dentures is they work in more mouths. Implant dentures require a certain level of jawbone density in all the right places. This can be quite a problem for patients with significant tooth loss, as the jawbone begins to deteriorate once a tooth goes missing.
All-on-X smile replacements allow more flexibility in where we place the dental implants that secure your smile. That is why we might recommend All-on-5 or All-on-6 instead of just All-on-4. We will place the dental implants into the thickest parts of the jawbone at precise angles to completely support a smile that allows you to eat and drink anything.
Am I A Candidate for All-on-X Dental Implants?
If you have been told you do not have enough jawbone density for implant dentures or that you would need multiple bone grafts before placing the dental implants, there is a good chance you are still a good candidate for All-on-X. In general, All-on-X solutions give us more flexibility in finding the jawbone necessary for successful placement.
At the same time, you will still need to be in good oral and overall health for minor surgery. Also, we may need to complete other procedures such as a sinus lift or gum disease therapy before starting your All-on-X.
Benefits of All-On-X Dental Implants
A higher quality of life is the most important benefit. There is no replacement for the increased self-esteem and social confidence that comes with a permanent smile that does not slip or slide. Of course, the opportunity to eat and drink all your favorites is another game-changer. By permanently rebuilding your smile from the roots up, you are able to enjoy the following benefits of All-on-X treatment:
- The confidence that comes with a smile that looks, feels, and functions just like natural teeth;
- The health benefits that come from a balanced diet filled with fresh fruits, vegetables, healthy proteins, and less-processed foods;
- 80% or higher restoration of natural biting power;
- No slipping, sliding, or popping of your teeth;
- Prevention of any additional deterioration of your jawbone; and
- Minimizing the “shrunken head” look that often accompanies dentures.