If your teeth are unhealthy or if you’re missing several permanent teeth, full-mouth dental implants are an option to consider. These implants are an alternative to dentures that can restore full functionality to your mouth (while also making your smile beautiful!).
If you’re a candidate for dentures and would like to know all your options, full-mouth dental implants may be the best choice for you.
What Are Full-Mouth Dental Implants?
Dental implants are artificial teeth that are installed in the jaw to become a permanent part of your mouth. Full-mouth dental implants are what they sound like: a full-mouth installation with two arches of implants: one on top, and one on the bottom. Dental implants replace dentures, anchoring the arches to your mouth with titanium implants.
Dental implants are designed to look, feel, and function like natural teeth while preventing the shifting and discomfort that is common with dentures. However, dentures still have a high success rate of 95% or more.
Who Should Consider Full-Mouth Implants?
You may be a good candidate for full-mouth implants if you have multiple missing teeth or if you’ve lost all of your teeth and are seeking a long-lasting alternative to dentures. Since implants are installed in the jaw, you’ll need to have sufficient jawbone density for the implants to fuse with your jaw (or you’ll need to be willing to go through bone grafting).
Full-mouth implants can improve your ability to chew food, speak, and may even have a positive impact on your appearance.
Why They Stand Out
Full-mouth implants differ from dentures in many ways. They offer superior functionality by restoring up to 100% of your natural chewing ability. They also resemble natural teeth in size, shape, and color.
Full-mouth dental implants last longer and fit more securely than dentures. Finally, they prevent jawbone deterioration by stimulating the jawbone (similar to your natural tooth roots).
Pain & Comfort
Full-mouth implants are surgically installed under anesthesia or sedation, so you should feel no pain during the procedure. When the surgery is over, any discomfort you feel should be mild and temporary. Your dentist may recommend medications that will help you manage this discomfort.
Treatment Procedure
There are several steps to full-mouth implant installation.
- Consultation & Evaluation: During the consultation and evaluation, the dentist will take X-rays, 3D imaging, and conduct a gum/bone health evaluation.
- Customized Plan: The dentist will select an implant method (either All-on-4® or All-on-6®) and plan to do preparatory procedures.
- Surgery: During surgery, implants are placed strategically in the jawbone under anesthesia or sedation.
- Healing: You’ll take 3 to 6 months to heal after implants are installed. During this time, the implants will fuse with the bone. Temporary teeth will be provided.
- Final Prosthetics: Once your jawbone has healed, custom permanent teeth will be attached to your implants for full function and aesthetics.
Cost Overview
A number of factors affect price, including the number of implant posts installed, materials used, and additional procedures (such as bone grafting or sinus lifts). A typical cost for full-mouth implants is $20,000 – $50,000 per arch. A full mouth of dental implants can cost between $40,000 and $100,000. This cost usually includes every part of the procedure, including imaging, surgery, and final arch installation. While this cost may seem high, full mouth implants have a longer lifespan than dentures and have better functionality than dentures.
Dental payment plans or dental financing make treatment more affordable. If you’re interested in full-mouth arches, discuss financing options during your consultation.
Contact Weninger Dentistry for Full Mouth Dental Implants
Full-mouth dental implants deliver unmatched stability, natural appearance, and long-term oral health benefits. While these implants do require a higher initial investment, their durability and life-changing impact may justify the cost.
To get started with full-mouth implants, choose an experienced implant specialist to achieve the best outcome. For full-mouth dental implants in Tampa, Florida, contact Weninger Dentistry.