This four-part article series provided a detailed description of the All-On-4® dental implant technique and how it can typically provide patients with new, non-removable teeth in just one day.

Welcome to the final installment of this four-part article series on the revolutionary dental implant technique that has, to date, given thousands of Americans new, non-removable and beautiful teeth in a day in Rutherford. In our previous article post, we explained how the All On Four® technique is almost always able to avoid the need for bone grafting and how this enables dental implant surgeons to achieve unprecedented outcomes in terms of treatment time and cost.

In this, the final installment of the series, we will discuss the key benefits of the All-On-Four® dental implant protocol and compare them to the functionality, aesthetics and durability of traditional removable dentures.

Why Not Just Choose Removable Dentures?

When all is said and done, All-On-4® dental implants are a fantastic treatment option for NJ residents who have lost most or all of their natural teeth, or who have been diagnosed with a “terminal” or “failing dentition” as a result of gum disease. But, it is not inexpensive and for this reason alone, many patients make the mistake of opting immediately for traditional removable dentures instead of investigating whether they are candidates for dental implants.

There are some very important key differences between removable dentures and the outcomes yielded by All-On-4® dental implants for NJ residents and we will now be exploring those.

Fixed, Comfortable and Functional

First and foremost, the bridges supported by dental implants are fixed (non-removable) and therefore can’t shift around uncomfortably or, as can sometimes happen with dentures, fall out. They are fixed in the mouth and function similar to natural teeth, which is far more comfortable when eating.

Secondly, dental implants are “anchored” in the jaw and this enables the overlying bridge to support a much stronger bite. Removable dentures, on the other hand, directly exert pressure on the soft tissue or gums over the bone to receive support, which is far more sensitive. The pain, discomfort and oral sores caused by eating with dentures are a common complaint of denture-wearers, many of whom end up taking out their “false teeth” to eat!

More worrying is the long-term consequence of a diet that is severely restricted by replacement teeth that cause too much pain to eat with… malnutrition. In fact, this can shorten one’s life expectancy by a shocking 10 years! Getting new teeth in one day with the All-On-4® is almost always a much better alternative for Rutherford residents.

Smile Confidence, Aesthetics and Jawbone Health

Dentures rely on their bulk to prevent them from shifting around too much. The All-On-4® Bridge, on the other hand, is supported entirely by dental implants, which means that it can be fabricated far slimmer. This not only makes for more natural smile aesthetics, it’s also far more comfortable and doesn’t cause typical denture-wearing problems such as:

• Taste impediment and the inability to detect nuances in texture and temperature.
• The triggering of sensitive gag reflexes.
• Sore, irritated gums.
• “Denture” breath since the slimmer bridge doesn’t easily harbor bacteria and food debris.

In addition to giving Rutherford residents new, fixed teeth in one day, the All-On-4® helps to promote excellent jawbone health (through the restoration of functional stimulation of the underlying bone) and it can last several decades if cared for properly. In fact, with the right professional and at-home maintenance, your new implant-supported teeth could even last you a lifetime, seldom requiring significant repairs!

The All-On-4® truly is a marvel of modern dentistry. We hope you enjoyed this article series and have found it helpful in guiding your decision towards a better quality of life and oral health.