Full-mouth implants are restorative treatments when nearly all teeth are missing, broken, cracked, or severely decayed.
Full-mouth implants can be placed on the upper, lower, or both jaws.
Full arch implants preserve bone density and prevent bone loss in the long term.
- Full arch implants are both restorative and cosmetic treatments.
- There are multiple types of full mouth implants including all-on-X and zygomatic implants.
- Getting All-on X implants is more cost-efficient than getting singular implants.
- Full mouth implants are simply implant-supported dentures.
- They are good for your oral health in a wide aspect.
What Are Full Mouth Implants?
Full mouth implants are full-arch restorative dental treatments. It’s an invasive procedure, however, full-mouth implants are more efficient than getting single implants for every tooth.
By stimulating chewing movements, these implants prevent bone loss and preserve your bone density.
The full arch ones are All-on-X and Zygomatic implants.
All-on-X implants come in 4,6, and 8 numbers per jaw.
What Determines the Number of Implants?
After your examination, CT scans, and X-ray, the number of implants is determined by your bone health.
Finding the correct spot to place the implants requires a specialization.
The material you choose for your dentures could be a determining factor as dentures don’t weigh the same.
How Long Do Full Mouth Implants Last?
The lifespan of implants is 10 to 30 years. The better the material, the longer the lifetime. As Dentfix, we recommend Straumann and Megagen implants. These two brands are the best in this field.
Straumann offers a lifetime guarantee for their implants.
What Are the Types of Full-Mouth Dental Implants?
When it comes to full-mouth implants, there are two main types, though the prosthetics themselves can vary.
- All-on-X Implants: Depending on your specific needs, these can involve 4, 6, or 8 implants to support a full arch of teeth.
- Zygomatic Implants: These are a great option for people who don’t have enough bone in their upper jaw.
As for the prosthetic parts, you can choose between crowns or dentures.
Fixed dentures are usually metal-based.
The Toronto Denture is made of titanium and requires a cover for chewing and aesthetics. We often recommend zirconium crowns over Toronto Dentures for their durability and appearance.
Porcelain dentures are another option if you prefer.
In the end, your dentist will help you decide on the best combination of implants and dentures, taking into account your oral health, desired look, and budget.
Who can get Full-mouth dental implants?
There are only a few steps to check if you are eligible to get full arch dental implants.
- You have no teeth
- You’re currently using dentures
- You have a good bone density
- Your overall health is in good shape
If you’ve been without teeth for a while, you might start losing bone density. Dental implants are a great way to prevent this.
But if you have a tumor, are undergoing radiotherapy on your face or neck, have an autoimmune disease that might reject implants, or suffer from conditions like AIDS, diabetes, high blood pressure, or cardiovascular disease, your doctor might suggest a different approach.
What Are the Steps for Getting Full Mouth Dental Implants?
Examination
Tooth Extraction
If you need teeth extracted, this will be the first step. The dentist will remove the necessary teeth to prepare for the implants.
Bone Grafting
If your bone density isn’t sufficient, you’ll need bone grafting. This process requires about 3 months of healing before you can proceed with the implants.
Implantation Procedure
Once healed, the implantation procedure begins. This can take between 30 minutes to 2 hours. You’ll receive local anesthesia or sedation to ensure the process is painless. If you’re getting implants in both jaws, each jaw will be done on separate days.
Healing and Abutment Placement
After the implants are placed, your gums will need about 3 months to heal before the abutments (the connectors) can be attached. During this healing period, you’ll be given temporary prostheses to wear.
Denture or Crown Placement
The last step of full-archimplants is denture or crown replacement. Based on which you choose, a dental lab will prepare your dentures ensuring they fit perfectly to your mouth. This part is the cosmetic/aesthetic step of your full mouth implant restoration.
Can Full Mouth Implants Be Done in One Day?
Getting implants lasts for several months. On one of your dentist visits, after your implantation placement, you’ll be given temporary prostheses.
Straumann announced that they launched their new implants that without waiting for a healing time, you can put on your prostheses. Dentfix gladly affiliates with Straumann and uses their new technology. For further information, please fill out the form below, and will get back to you in no time.
If you’d like a free consultation, get in touch with us. We’ll get back to you shortly!
What Are the Pros and Cons of a Full Mouth Implant?
Full-mouth implants can do wonders for your oral and overall health, but it’s important to weigh the pros and cons before deciding.
Pros
- Preserves bone
- Boosts oral health
- Enhances your smile
- Makes eating and chewing easier
- Easy to take care of
- Prevents bone loss
- Long-lasting
Cons
- It’s a long process
- Involves surgery
- Can be expensive
- There’s a small chance of rejection
Despite the lengthy process, the results are usually worth it for a healthy, beautiful smile. The surgery is invasive, but with anesthesia or sedation, it’s painless. While there’s a small risk of implant rejection, it’s not life-threatening. If you think something’s wrong with your implant, reach out to your doctor right away.
If you’re looking to save some money, consider getting your implants abroad. Dentfix in Istanbul offers affordable packages with high-quality materials and a skilled team.
How to Take Care of Full Arch Dental Implants
Taking care of full-arch dental implants is pretty straightforward. Just keep up with your regular oral hygiene routine, which means brushing, flossing, and rinsing with mouthwash.
As long as your prostheses are properly adjusted, you won’t need to worry about food getting stuck between your teeth. Sticking to your usual routine should be enough to keep your implants in great shape.
Make sure you get a floss specially designed for implants.
Is It Hard to Eat with Full Dental Implants?
Eating with full dental implants is a bit different from eating with natural teeth. Natural teeth have enamel and nerves that let you feel the texture of food, but implants don’t have these. This can make chewing certain foods, like sunflower seeds, a bit tricky.
However, you can still eat most hard foods and chew sugar-free gum without any problems. If you enjoy drinking coffee or tea, just remember to brush your teeth regularly to prevent stains.
How Much Are Full Mouth Implants in Turkey?
Turkey offers package deals for dental implants. Dentfix has several options for All-on-X and Zygomatic implants. These packages include 4, 6, or 8 implants (All-on4, All-on-6, and All-on-8), X-rays, CT scans, examinations, anesthesia, dentures of your choice, accommodation, and clinic-hotel transfers.
The price varies from 4690€ to 7590€.
For detailed information and free consultation, don’t hesitate to contact us.
Case Study of A Full-mouth Implant at Dentfix
Our patient had high tooth mobility and severe periodontal problems. We decided to extract all the teeth. The X-ray showed us, that our patient had sufficient bone density and we planned the implantation.
We planned an All-on-6 for both jaws. Our implant of choice was MegaGen AnyRidge as the bone needed more aggressive grooving.
Implant and bone merged well after 6 months. As an abutment, we chose the multi-unit abutment type as it is the most successful one.
For dentures, our patient wanted Zirconium prostheses as they are durable and aesthetically pleasing.
Reference:
MegaGen AnyRidge Implants and Benefits
