When you have lost the majority of your natural teeth, this could impact your quality of life, including how you eat and speak. But our team can provide a new set of teeth in one visit, so you can enjoy a functional and lifelike smile! In today’s blog, your Cerritos, CA, dentist talks about how we support a new smile in one appointment with All-On-Four.
The Impact of Advanced Tooth Loss
When we lose the majority of our teeth, this could limit our meal options and deprive us of essential nutrients. Clear speech could be difficult, and the remaining teeth could shift due to the gaps in your smile. The body will also take note of your missing roots and suspend the flow of calcium and phosphorus to the areas with lost roots. The result is a gradual breakdown that causes further tooth loss and a much older appearance. But we can help preserve and restore your smile with the All-On-Four system.
The All-On-Four Difference
Unlike traditional dental implant dentures, which require between six and eight implant posts per arch, this system only needs four small posts. They require less structure to stay in place, so you may not need grafting or a sinus lift beforehand. These posts are accepted as natural tooth structure, which means they bond with the jaw and can stay in place for decades to come, possibly a lifetime. You can enjoy a new set of teeth that look and function like natural ones, and can stay in place for much longer than removable dentures.
Supporting a New Set of Teeth
We will begin by carefully examining your smile with digital x-rays and CT technology, so we can choose the best angles and positions to insert these new posts. Once in place, they will provide structure for us to attach your new teeth. These will be custom-made from materials like ceramic, and shaded to offer a lifelike appearance. Once connected to the posts, they offer a full smile. Every step of the process can be completed in only one visit, so you leave our office with a full smile! We will provide instructions for maintaining your new smile, so you can enjoy your favorite dishes and smile with confidence for years to come.
If you have any questions about how our team will diagnose and treat tooth loss, or about the All-On-Four process in particular, then contact our team today to learn more. We want to help you smile with confidence and enjoy your best possible smile!
TALK TO OUR TEAM ABOUT DENTAL IMPLANTS
To schedule a consultation and obtain a full smile again, then make an appointment with Cerritos Dental Surgery in California call 562-584-4082 today.
