If you’re missing teeth, you’re weighing your options. You may wonder if All-on-6 implants suit you. Keep reading to learn more.
All-on-6 dental implants rebuild a full set of teeth on six titanium posts. These posts go into your upper jaw or lower jaw. They act like new roots. The dentist spaces them evenly along your bone. Then you get a custom arch that screws onto all six. The arch carries false gums and porcelain or ceramic teeth. You end up with a stable, fixed smile.
Who makes a good candidate for All-on-6?
If you’ve lost most or all of the teeth in one arch, this method fits well. It also works when you plan to remove any remaining weak teeth. That way, the implant arch replaces them all at once. Dentures won’t slip or click against your gums. And you avoid the sunken look that comes from missing teeth.
Your dentist checks several key factors before saying yes.
First is general health
You need to handle a short surgery under sedation. The dentist will review your medical history and any meds you take.
Next comes bone density
The jawbone must be strong enough to hold six posts. If it’s thin, your dentist may suggest a bone graft or special shorter implants. Modern 3D scans and cone-beam CT images show the exact bone volume and shape. These tools help plan precise implant placement.
Gum health also matters
Healthy gums fight infection and heal faster. If you have gum disease, you’ll treat it first. That step ensures better long-term success. Good gum tissue around implants seals out bacteria and keeps bone strong.
A few other points can help you decide
Some practices offer “immediate loading,” where you leave with a temporary arch the same day. This speeds up your return to normal life. Studies show All-on-6 success rates above 95% over ten years. That’s on par with other implant systems.
After surgery, you’ll follow a soft-food diet. You’ll learn special brushing and water-flosser techniques to clean around posts. Regular check-ups let your dentist watch healing and adjust your bite if needed.
If you need a full-arch solution and you meet the health and bone requirements, All-on-6 can be life-changing. It gives you a fixed, natural smile that works and feels like real teeth. Just talk to an implant specialist at Evergreen Dental to see if it’s right for you.
