ALL ON X
WHAT IS FULL ARCH TOOTH REPLACEMENT?
When you require replacement of all of the teeth on either the upper or lower jaw, we consider this full arch tooth replacement. Sometimes this is needed because you are already missing all of the teeth or you may have teeth that are broken down or mis-aligned, and a replacement of all of them on an arch is the most predictable way to achieve your goal.
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Many people come to the dentist asking for an 'All-on-4' or 'All-on-X' because they have seen this in ads or heard about it from friends. The 'X' stands for an unknown number of dental implants used to support a full arch-prosthetic and this number is determined by the size and shape of your mouth and bone.
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The important things to consider with deciding on a full arch treatment solution is understanding the initial cost, the maintenance required over time, and the way you hope to function with it. We provide a large range of solutions with and without dental implants to solve your goals of a healthy smile you can be proud of.
FULL ARCH TREATMENT SOLUTIONS
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Fixed Replacement of teeth only (commonly known as 'FP1' or 'All-on-X')
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Fixed Replacement of teeth and gums (commonly known as 'FP3' or 'All-on-4')
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Removable implant prostheses
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Dentures
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HOW DO I CHOOSE THE RIGHT FULL ARCH SOLUTION?
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Dr. Schlam and her team have extensive experience with full arch solutions and helping patients select the correct treatment to achieve their desired results.
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Most people who needs this type of treatment are not excited about undergoing this amount of dental work and just wish they were born with a perfect white smile they envision. Because of this, we understand the challenges patients go through with this process and are here to guide you through the many treatment decisions.
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It is our goal to help make these decisions easier by focusing on these 3 points during our discussion:
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1. What will the final result look and feel like
2. About how long will the entire treatment experience take
3. What is the cost (for all the dental specialists involved in your care)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is a bridge better than a dental implant?
What if I need to crown or veneer all of my teeth?
Does my prosthetic dental treatment last forever?
What is the difference between a crown and a veneer?
Sometimes an area of a missing tooth is too large to try and reconstruct surgically, for this reason a bridge may be a more predictable and esthetic solution.
A crown usually covers the entire visible portion of your tooth while a veneer may cover just the front or several parts of the tooth. Ideally the final restoration is decided at the time of treatment as Dr. Schlam will choose the least invasive coverage needed for your tooth.
If most or all of your teeth need to be treated to restore your mouth to health some additional measurements and trial crowns are used to ensure your entire dental system is rebuilt in a predictable manner.
Although our dental prosthetics are the best that dentistry has to offer, everything in our mouths and bodies wear over time and therefore may need to be replaced. Dr. Schlam an help estimate long term prognosis for your care with you before deciding on a treatment option.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is a bridge better than a dental implant?
Sometimes an area of a missing tooth is too large to try and reconstruct surgically, for this reason a bridge may be a more predictable and esthetic solution.
What is the difference between a crown and a veneer?
A crown usually covers the entire visible portion of your tooth while a veneer may cover just the front or several parts of the tooth. Ideally the final restoration is decided at the time of treatment as Dr. Schlam will choose the least invasive coverage needed for your tooth.
What if I need to crown or veneer all of my teeth?
If most or all of your teeth need to be treated to restore your mouth to health some additional measurements and trial crowns are used to ensure your entire dental system is rebuilt in a predictable manner.
Does my prosthetic dental treatment last forever?
Although our dental prosthetics are the best that dentistry has to offer, everything in our mouths and bodies wear over time and therefore may need to be replaced. Dr. Schlam an help estimate long term prognosis for your care with you before deciding on a treatment option.