All on 4 Dental Implants Altrincham
All on 4 Dental Implants
The All on 4 implant procedure is now a well-established treatment concept with more than 25 years of published research.
The concept was developed for efficiency, with the ability to restore an entire arch (jaw) of the teeth using a minimal number of implants as possible for the procedure. It also enables the bridge to be fitted to the implants the exact same day.
Traditional implant treatments tend to require more than 4 implants to restore the entire jaw and healing times tend to take longer when a bridge is unable to be fitted. Our All on 4 dental implant procedure involves placing 4 implants, as the name suggests, and using these to support a bridge carrying 12 or more teeth. The first two implants are fitted directly into the front of the jaw at a 90-degree angle, while the other 2 implants are placed further back in the jaw at 30 to 45-degree angles. This creates a bracing support for the implants and jaw bone.
The All-on-4 treatment is well supported by the literature and clinical evidence, and we offer this treatment with confidence for our patients. Success rates above 96% are reported, and we confidently offer free replacement in the unlikely event of a failed implant.
Implant treatment
Although implant surgery is usually performed under a local anaesthetic, for added comfort some patients prefer complete sedation which can be an option.
On the day of your surgery, we’ll remove any remaining teeth so the bone can be shaped and the implants can be placed. Once this has happened, the gum is stitched closed but fitted to tuck away underneath the bridge so it’s not visible. As its fitted with dissolvable stitches you should expect them to become invisible after 3 weeks of the surgery and they won’t need to be manually removed.
We’ll start by fitting your first bridge which is a temporary prototype bridge which will be the prediction based on the detailed preparation that will be conducted with the technician. The prototype allows time for modification over the following months including your tooth colour, shape and position ahead of making your eventual final bridge. This means you can end up with the ideal teeth that you want.
Around 6 months we’d expect your temporary bridge to be removed after a series of appointments. Impressions will be taken amongst other records to ensure your final bridge can be made to your ideal design.
After implant placement surgery
Expectedly, you will feel some discomfort and swelling after the implant surgery so give yourself at least 5-10 days to recover. This can vary from person to person but it’s advised to avoid making diary commitments during this time just in case.
How much swelling occurs varies from patient to patient. If you have several implants or require any surgical procedure then this will contribute to the amount of swelling you have. There can also be occasions where along with the swelling, you may experience bruising of the skin in the area but over a week this should fade. Swelling could be greater if you are a regular smoker or have a pre-existing medical condition related to soft tissue healing. There may also be some nasal and/or sinus issues that you experience.
For the majority of cases, we should expect the surgery element of the treatment to be completed at the first stage and then no further surgery should be required. If necessary secondary procedures may be needed if there are new discoveries made at the time of surgery, in which case the original plan discussed before the surgery may need to be modified. It’s important to remember that this is a relatively rare occurrence and you will be advised of any changes to the plan ahead of time so you’re aware of how this will affect the progress of your treatment. In the majority of the cases, the treatment is completed within one visit without complication.
To ensure that the treatment is conducted safely, minor procedures may be required to expose and check for firm, bony attachment so concerns are reduced about healing and the fitting of more or one implant. Recovery is largely uneventful from these minor procedures but if you’re expected to have these you’ll be advised of what to expect beforehand.
What Patients Say
It’s totally worth it!
After an accident, poor repair work with bridges left Phil facing difficulties with speech and low on confidence. So how does he rate implants from the Hale Dental team? He says they’re better than the real thing!
Just go for it!
Guy discovered Hale Dental following a recommendation from his dentist. He says implants from Hale Dental have restored his confidence and put a spring back in his step. And the procedure turned out to be much more comfortable than expected.
Our 5* Reviews
“Very professional team & service, hygiene 10+ Very welcoming, very efficient and would highly recommend. Thanks to all of you 😊”
“The Hale Dental and Implant Clinic is excellent and offers very friendly and professional services, based on advanced modern techniques, in recently refurbished facilities, centrally located in Hale. I am very happy with it and grateful for the attentive and competent care received.”
Really happy with the service provided, special thank you to Nina, who was really patient with me (I am a very nervous customer). This is not the first time I attend Hale Dental, considering it is quite far from where I live, I will still be using their services. Highly recommend.”
“Myself and my family have been attending Hale dentist from when they first opened ,they have done so much for my teeth I can’t thank them enough especially Richard who has done so much to gelp restore my teeth , his skills in dentistry is second to none i would never trust anyone else , the staff are all so helpful and friendly especially Bernadette who works on reception i feel I’ve known her all my life , if your looking for a dentist to give you back your smile then Hale Dentist is the place to go , thank you to you all .”
“I am extremely nervous of dentists after a bad experience. All the staff here have been fantastic and after a years worth of dental work I am more than pleased with the results, pain free and have lost that extreme dread and fear that I used to feel at the dentist. Very caring reception staff 👍👍👍”
“Great service overall, pre-surgery appointments, the surgery day itself and post-surgery care. Very well handled by Richard, Jonny and team.”
“I have been going to Hale Dental for a while now. They are very professional and gentle. I can safely say that they are the first dentist that listens. They don’t offer you treatment that you don’t need. All the options are clearly explained to you and everyone is very careful and gently through the treatment to put you at ease. I can’t say that I love going to the dentist but I do love Hale Dental.”
“I would highly recommend Hale dental to everyone. The staff are professional, highly skilled, friendly and courteous. I had some serious dental work carried out and the standard of the work is amazing. I had no pain and the standard of care is second to none . I can only say top class and would recommend the skills of this practice from initial consultation to the finished product.”
“One of the best dentists I have ever been to. From check-in the reception staff were super friendly and knowledgable. Then the dentist was amazing – he explained everything and did lots to make sure I felt comfortable. He even took photos and showed where and why I might require treatment. I had fillings put in and it was a good experience. Will be visiting here again next time I need any dental work”
“Very professional team & service, hygiene 10+ Very welcoming, very efficient and would highly recommend. Thanks to all of you 😊”
“The Hale Dental and Implant Clinic is excellent and offers very friendly and professional services, based on advanced modern techniques, in recently refurbished facilities, centrally located in Hale. I am very happy with it and grateful for the attentive and competent care received.”
Really happy with the service provided, special thank you to Nina, who was really patient with me (I am a very nervous customer). This is not the first time I attend Hale Dental, considering it is quite far from where I live, I will still be using their services. Highly recommend.”
“Myself and my family have been attending Hale dentist from when they first opened ,they have done so much for my teeth I can’t thank them enough especially Richard who has done so much to gelp restore my teeth , his skills in dentistry is second to none i would never trust anyone else , the staff are all so helpful and friendly especially Bernadette who works on reception i feel I’ve known her all my life , if your looking for a dentist to give you back your smile then Hale Dentist is the place to go , thank you to you all .”
“I am extremely nervous of dentists after a bad experience. All the staff here have been fantastic and after a years worth of dental work I am more than pleased with the results, pain free and have lost that extreme dread and fear that I used to feel at the dentist. Very caring reception staff 👍👍👍”
“Great service overall, pre-surgery appointments, the surgery day itself and post-surgery care. Very well handled by Richard, Jonny and team.”
“I have been going to Hale Dental for a while now. They are very professional and gentle. I can safely say that they are the first dentist that listens. They don’t offer you treatment that you don’t need. All the options are clearly explained to you and everyone is very careful and gently through the treatment to put you at ease. I can’t say that I love going to the dentist but I do love Hale Dental.”
“I would highly recommend Hale dental to everyone. The staff are professional, highly skilled, friendly and courteous. I had some serious dental work carried out and the standard of the work is amazing. I had no pain and the standard of care is second to none . I can only say top class and would recommend the skills of this practice from initial consultation to the finished product.”
“One of the best dentists I have ever been to. From check-in the reception staff were super friendly and knowledgable. Then the dentist was amazing – he explained everything and did lots to make sure I felt comfortable. He even took photos and showed where and why I might require treatment. I had fillings put in and it was a good experience. Will be visiting here again next time I need any dental work”
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