Tooth loss can happen for any number of reasons, including traumatic accidents, untreated disease, or dental neglect. For patients who have lost a number of teeth, the All-on-4® treatment process provides a second chance at a confident smile. Through the use of a few carefully positioned dental implants, our team can provide full smile restoration, allowing you to regain form and function. Riverbend Oral Surgery is pleased to provide All-on-4® dental implants to our patients in the Chattanooga, TN community.
Ideal Candidates for All-on-4® Dental Implants
The All-on-4® treatment concept is recommended for patients who need to have multiple teeth replaced, including entire dental arches. During your initial consultation, Dr. Felts will examine your teeth and jaw, ask questions about your medical history, and confirm your eligibility for a safe and successful procedure.
The best candidates for All-on-4® dental implants:
- Need to replace a number of teeth or anticipate having a number of teeth extracted.
- Are in good health overall, without any underlying conditions that would make them ill-suited for surgery.
- Have sufficient jawbone to support the placement of dental implants.
What Are the Advantages of All-on-4® Dental Implants?
The All-on-4® treatment concept is widely considered to be the best treatment option for patients who need to restore an entire dental arch. There are several reasons why All-on-4® dental implants are preferable to traditional bridges and dentures:
- With All-on-4® dental implants, you can replace your entire smile in just a single appointment, receiving the implants you need along with permanent dental prostheses.
- All-on-4® dental implants provide you with permanent replacement teeth that look and behave just like your normal teeth. Unlike dentures, they do not slip or fall out of place.
- Your replacement teeth will be almost as strong as your natural ones, allowing you to bite and chew most of your favorite foods like normal once healed.
- Your All-on-4® implants can be seamlessly integrated with your remaining teeth, ensuring seamless results.
Our Patient-First Approach
Riverbend Oral Surgery is a trusted provider of All-on-4® smile restoration, not just because of our clinical experience but also our reputation for warm and welcoming service. We are a single-doctor, single-door practice, allowing us to truly get to know our patients and extend to them individualized service. Additionally, our team is available around the clock to answer any significant questions that arise, particularly about recovery or aftercare.
Our patient-first approach makes us a trusted All-on-4® dental implant provider in the Chattanooga, TN area.
What Is Involved in the All-on-4® Process?
Your All-on-4® dental implant treatment process begins with a consultation, where you will meet one-on-one with Dr. Felts. During this appointment, he will review diagnostic images, examine your teeth and jaw, and ask a few questions about your medical history. You will also have a chance to ask any of your own questions about the procedure, recovery, and aftercare.
In some cases, Dr. Felts may recommend that you have a preparatory procedure, ensuring your mouth is ready for All-on-4® treatment. This might involve the extraction of an unhealthy tooth, or a bone graft to ensure adequate bone density. Sometimes, these procedures can be done at the same time as your All-on-4® treatment, but in some cases, they may require a separate appointment.
Recovery and Aftercare
For most patients, the All-on-4® recovery process is very easy to manage. You can return to school or work whenever you feel up to it, which may be just two to four days. Symptoms of discomfort and swelling usually peak around the third or fourth day and can be managed with over-the-counter or prescribed medications.
While your implants heal, it will be important to stick to a nutritional diet of soft foods and liquids. Avoid anything spicy, extremely hot, extremely cold, or anything with seeds or crumbles. We also advise that you avoid using a straw for several days after surgery.
Once your implants have fully healed, you can return to your regular dentist to place your final, custom-made prosthetics, ensuring a seamless-looking and fully functional smile.
You’re in Good Hands with Riverbend Oral Surgery
Tooth loss doesn’t have to be permanent. With All-on-4® dental implants, you can once again enjoy a fully functional, natural-looking smile. To find out more about your eligibility for All-on-4® treatment in Chattanooga, TN, contact Riverbend Oral Surgery today. Schedule a consultation by calling us at (423) 541-5700.
