All-on-4 Dental Implants in Vile Parle East, Mumbai.

All-on-4 is a full mouth implant treatment where a complete arch of teeth, upper or lower, is fixed onto just four dental implants. It is one of the most popular ways to replace all missing teeth in one jaw with fixed teeth that do not come out.

Here is what makes it different. The two front implants are placed straight. The two back implants are placed at an angle, tilted towards the back. This angle lets the implants use the stronger bone at the front of the jaw, and avoid areas like the sinus in the upper jaw and the nerve in the lower jaw. That is why many people who were told they "don't have enough bone" can still get All-on-4 without a bone graft.

The teeth are one fixed bridge screwed onto the implants. You cannot take it out at home, just like natural teeth. Your dentist can remove it during check-ups for a professional clean.

All-on-4 can be done for the upper jaw, the lower jaw, or both.

• 01Fixed teeth, not a loose denture. No slipping, no clicking, no denture adhesive.
• 02Only four implants per jaw. Fewer implants than traditional full mouth implants, which usually means lower cost and a simpler surgery.
• 03Often no bone grafting. The angled back implants make good use of the bone you already have.
• 04Temporary fixed teeth within days. In suitable cases, you leave with a fixed set of temporary teeth within 24 to 72 hours.
• 05Eat and speak with confidence. Chew chapati, dal, rice, and vegetables comfortably, and talk without worrying about your teeth moving.
• 06No palate covering. Unlike an upper denture, an upper All-on-4 does not cover the roof of your mouth, so you taste food better.
• 07Helps your face look fuller. Implants support the jawbone and lips, reducing the sunken look that comes with long-term tooth loss.

Swelling and some discomfort for the first 3 to 5 days is normal after full arch implant surgery. It is managed with the medicines and instructions you are given. Most people can go back to light work within a few days.

For the first 6 to 8 weeks, while the implants heal:

• Stick to a soft diet like khichdi, dal rice, idli, upma, curd, soft sabzi, and soups.
• Avoid hard and chewy foods like nuts, chikki, bones, and hard rotis.
• Rinse gently with the mouthwash you are given, and keep the gum area clean.
• Avoid smoking completely. It is one of the biggest reasons full mouth implants fail.
• Come for every review visit so the healing can be checked.

Once your final teeth are fitted, clean under the bridge daily with a water flosser or special brushes, and come for check-ups every six months. With good care, All-on-4 can last for many years.