A Fixed and Reliable Solution for Complete Edentulism
All-on-X (All-on-4 or All-on-6) is an advanced implantology concept developed for individuals suffering from total tooth loss or those requiring the extraction of all their teeth. As an alternative to traditional removable dentures, it involves placing a fixed prosthesis onto four or six implants positioned in the jawbone at strategic angles.
Why Is the All-on-X Concept Needed?
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Bone Deficiency: Resorption of the jawbone occurs due to prolonged tooth loss. With the All-on-X concept, implants placed at an angle in the posterior region allow for the most efficient use of existing bone, eliminating the need for bone grafting.
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Challenges with Removable Dentures: It eliminates problems such as palatal dentures shifting in the mouth and causing sore spots.
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Immediate Function: In suitable cases, temporary fixed prostheses are fitted on the day of implant placement or within a few days, preventing the patient from being left without teeth.
How does the process work?
Bone structure is analyzed using 3D tomography, and the procedure is planned digitally. Implants are placed in the jaw under local anesthesia. Patients use temporary fixed teeth during the 3-to-6-month healing (osseointegration) period. Once bone integration is complete, the final permanent and aesthetic prostheses are fitted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there any pain during the placement of implants?
Since the procedure is performed under complete anesthesia, no pain is felt. The recovery period is managed comfortably through the use of standard painkillers.
Can I eat anything with temporary dentures?
To avoid placing excessive load on the implants during the healing period, it is essential to follow the soft diet recommended by the physician.
Conclusion
The All-on-X treatment is a modern restorative method that restores patients’ chewing function, speech clarity, and smile aesthetics, directly enhancing their quality of life.