Full Mouth Dental Implants
Missing most or all of your teeth? Full mouth dental implants offer permanent, life-changing solutions. Discover which approach is right for you—from All-on-4 to implant-supported dentures.
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Missing most or all of your teeth? Full mouth dental implants offer permanent, life-changing solutions. Discover which approach is right for you—from All-on-4 to implant-supported dentures.
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If you're missing most or all of your teeth—or facing extraction of failing teeth—full mouth dental implants can restore your complete smile permanently.
Unlike traditional dentures that sit on your gums, full mouth implant solutions anchor into your jawbone, providing stability, function, and confidence that dentures simply can't match.
Several approaches exist, each with distinct advantages. This guide helps you understand your options so you can choose the solution that best fits your needs, goals, and budget.
"Full mouth dental implants" refers to any implant-based solution that replaces all teeth in one or both arches. Rather than individual implants for each tooth (20-28 implants), modern techniques use 4-8 strategically placed implants per arch to support a complete set of teeth.
Common Full Mouth Options:
Each approach has distinct advantages. Here's how they compare.
| Feature | All-on-4 | All-on-6 | Snap-On Dentures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Implants per arch | 4 | 6 | 2-4 |
| Fixed or Removable | Fixed | Fixed | Removable |
| Chewing function | 90-95% | 90-95% | 60-80% |
| Same-day teeth | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | Sometimes |
| Bone grafting needed | Rarely | Sometimes | Rarely |
| Cost per arch | $20,000-$30,000 | $25,000-$35,000 | $8,000-$20,000 |
| Best for | Most patients | Lower jaw, good bone | Budget-conscious |
Why implant solutions outperform traditional dentures.
Implants anchor into your jawbone—no slipping, clicking, or embarrassing movement like traditional dentures.
Restore up to 95% of natural chewing function. Enjoy steak, apples, corn—foods impossible with conventional dentures.
Implants stimulate bone like natural tooth roots, preventing the deterioration that causes facial collapse.
Custom-designed prostheses look like natural teeth. Most people can't tell they're implants.
Implants can last a lifetime; prostheses typically last 15-25 years. A one-time investment in lasting results.
Forget messy denture adhesives. Your teeth stay securely in place through implant connection.
| Solution | Per Arch | Full Mouth (Both) |
|---|---|---|
| All-on-4 | $20,000-$30,000 | $38,000-$55,000 |
| All-on-6 | $25,000-$35,000 | $48,000-$65,000 |
| Snap-On (4 implants) | $12,000-$20,000 | $24,000-$40,000 |
| Snap-On (2 implants) | $8,000-$12,000 | — |
Financing Available: Most clinics offer payment plans. Monthly payments from $350-$800 make treatment accessible.
View detailed cost breakdown →Most adults missing teeth are candidates for at least one full mouth implant option.
Not Sure? A consultation with imaging helps determine which option best suits your anatomy, goals, and budget.
Typically 4-6 implants per arch for fixed solutions (All-on-4 or All-on-6), or 2-4 for snap-on dentures. This is far fewer than one implant per tooth.
Yes. Many patients have both upper and lower arches restored in the same surgery. This means one recovery period instead of two.
With All-on-4, you can receive temporary teeth the same day. Final prosthesis is placed after 3-6 months of healing. Snap-on dentures typically take 3-6 months total. Learn more about the full mouth implant procedure.
All-on-4 uses tilted implants to maximize available bone—often no grafting needed. If bone is severely deficient, grafting or zygomatic implants may be options.
All have similar implant longevity (lifetime potential). Fixed prostheses (All-on-4, All-on-6) may have slight edge in durability over removable snap-on dentures. See our complete FAQ for more details.
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