All-on-4 Dental ImplantsCharlotte & Ballantyne NC

For patients missing most or all of their teeth, the All-on-4 option is the best way to provide a full set of permanent, beautiful teeth.

As with a single implant, the process requires anchoring a surgical-grade titanium post in the bone. But, in this case, Dr. Harrell uses four posts that are strategically placed in the upper and lower jaw.

Once in place, the posts provide attachment points for an arch of custom-made teeth. These teeth are much stronger and more pleasing to the eye than traditional dentures. They allow our patients to enjoy the same foods they did with their natural teeth.

All-on-4 dental implants are only removed by Dr. Harrell at each patient’s annual exam. They are professionally cleaned, a full-mouth inspection is given and then the implant is secured back in place.

Two visits with Dr. Harrell are usually required to place the dental implants and the temporary denture. Fabrication of the permanent denture may take three to six weeks and additional healing time may be required, taking several weeks for the procedure to be completed.
During your first procedure visit, expect a 3D-Cone Beam Scan that will show your jawbone, sinuses and nerves. We will review and plan the exact placement location for the dental implants based on this information.

On your second visit, Dr. Harrell will place the dental implants and provide a temporary denture.

The third visit is what we call a “healing” visit, when we will take impressions for the custom implant and the permanent dentures.

On your fourth visit, the permanent denture is placed on the implants and required adjustments are made.

All-on-4 treatment leaves patients with a fixed, full-arch prosthesis on the day of surgery. The result is an immediate upgrade in function, appearance, speech, and self-esteem.

The All-on-4 approach significantly reduces treatment complexity and time. Denture wearers will require numerous fittings through the years as their faces change due to bone loss. Eventually this problem may need to be addressed with bone grafts. The All-on-4 is the only restorative that prevents bone loss.

While teeth replacement with an All-on-4 is more expensive initially, over time it becomes a bargain compared to the ongoing costs of dentures. Over the years denture wearers will pay for multiple plates, have numerous fitting appointments, and require regular purchases of adhesives, cleansers and more.

Even in patients with minimum bone volume, longer implants can often be used due to advances in technology and placement. The increased bone-to-implant contact means better anchoring and a stronger, more secure bite.

If you’re frustrated with wearing dentures, Dr. Harrell can offer you a permanent solution that feels as comfortable and looks as natural as your real teeth. This fixed solution provides an unmatched level of stability and strength – two of the best reasons to choose the All-on-4 treatment.

Dr. Harrell is so confident in this improvement over traditional dentures that he offers a seven-year warranty.

Call today for a free consultation. We want you to see how a new smile will brighten your face – and your outlook.

Dr. Harrell is supported by a highly skilled team that is equally dedicated to restoring your smile. His caring staff includes two surgical assistants, two full-time hygienists and a patient education coordinator who will answer every question and put you fully at ease during the entire process.