In short
- All-on-4 fixes a full arch of teeth on four implants
- It is a far more stable alternative to a removable denture
- Because it is surgery on the jaw, the specialist's judgement is key
- The plan and cost are defined after a CT assessment
01What is All-on-4?
All-on-4 is a technique that replaces all the teeth of an arch (upper or lower) by fixing them onto four strategically placed dental implants. Instead of one implant per tooth, it makes the most of the available bone with tilted implants that provide solid anchorage for a full fixed prosthesis.
The result is a set of teeth that does not come out, that feels and works much like natural teeth, and that restores your ability to eat, speak and smile with confidence.
02Who is it for?
All-on-4 is designed for people who have lost most of their teeth, who wear a removable denture and cannot adapt to it, or whose teeth can no longer be kept due to advanced gum disease or fractures.
It is also a solution for anyone who wants to leave behind a denture that moves and regain a stable bite. Because it needs only four implants per arch, in many cases it avoids the extensive bone grafting that other techniques require.
Rehabilitating a full mouth is not placing implants: it is restoring function, bite and confidence with surgical judgement.
03Why have it done by a maxillofacial surgeon
All-on-4 is, above all, a surgical procedure on the jaw. Implant position, making the most of the bone, proximity to structures like the maxillary sinus or the nerve, and tissue management are all matters of surgical judgement.
An oral and maxillofacial surgeon has exactly that training: to plan the surgery with a CT scan, place the implants safely and resolve complex situations. Placing simple implants is not the same as rehabilitating a full mouth; here surgical experience makes the difference in the stability and longevity of the result.
04What the process looks like
It all begins with an assessment and a 3D CT scan to study your bone and plan the position of each implant. With that plan, the four implants are placed surgically, usually in a single procedure.
In many cases a fixed temporary prosthesis can be placed shortly after, so you are not left without teeth during healing. After the months it takes for the bone to integrate with the implants, the definitive prosthesis is placed, adjusted to your bite and aesthetics.
05Care, longevity and cost
With good hygiene and regular check-ups, All-on-4 implants can last many years. The prosthesis is cared for like natural teeth, with the advantage that it is not removed to sleep.
On cost: there is no single price, because it depends on the state of your bone, whether one or both arches need treatment, the type of prosthesis and the planning of your case. Cancún is also a dental-tourism destination, so many international patients combine treatment with their trip. The responsible approach is to define the plan and budget after the CT assessment.
·Frequently asked questions
Is All-on-4 placed in a single day?
The implant surgery is usually done in one procedure, and in many cases a fixed temporary prosthesis is placed shortly after. The definitive prosthesis follows bone integration. Everything is defined in the assessment.
Does the procedure hurt?
It is performed under anesthesia with a pain-management protocol. Most patients recover better than they expected by following the instructions.
Do I need a bone graft?
One advantage of All-on-4 is that, by using tilted implants, extensive grafting is avoided in many cases. The CT scan confirms this.
Do you treat international patients in Cancún?
Yes. We welcome national and international patients. We can coordinate your assessment and treatment; message me on WhatsApp to organize it.
