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What Are All-on-4 Dental Implants?

All-on-4 is a dental restoration

Not a better denture. A titanium root fused into your jaw, planned and placed by your doctor.

All-on-4 is a dental restoration technique designed to replace an entire arch of missing or damaged teeth using just four strategically placed implants – a comfortable, cost-effective path to a full, confident smile.

All-on-4 (left) and All-on-6 (right) full-arch implant configurations.

What are All-on-4 implants?

All-on-4 implants replace a full arch of teeth using four dental implants as anchors for a fixed prosthesis. These implants act as anchors for a full-arch prosthesis, giving patients a new, fully functional set of teeth — often all in one day.

Unlike traditional dentures, which sit on top of the gums and can move around or require adhesives, All-on-4 implants are permanently fixed in place, offering greater stability, comfort and confidence.

How do All-on-4 implants work?

The magic of All-on-4 lies in the placement of the implants:

  • Two implants are placed vertically at the front of the jaw.
  • Two are placed at the back at an angle to maximize contact with the bone.

This unique configuration helps avoid the need for bone grafting, which is often required in traditional implant cases. Once the implants are placed, a full set of teeth is attached — often on the same day.

Benefits of All-on-4 implants

Immediate results

  • You can walk out of the office with a brand-new smile the same day.

Fewer implants needed

  • Only four implants are needed per arch, making the procedure quicker and often more cost-effective.

Natural materials

  • High-grade materials like zirconia mimic the natural translucency of real teeth.

Permanent, stable solution

  • Unlike dentures, these don’t slip, click or fall out — you can eat, speak and smile with confidence.

Natural look and feel

  • The prosthesis is custom-made to look like natural teeth and feel comfortable in your mouth.

You ask, we answer

Common questions

All-on-4 is ideal for patients who: Have lost most or all of their teeth, Are tired of wearing traditional dentures, Have enough bone density to support implants (most do, thanks to the angled placement), Are looking for a long-term, low-maintenance solution.
Consultation & planning Digital imaging and planning help map out exactly where the implants will go. Implant placement Under local anesthesia or sedation, the implants are surgically placed into the jawbone. Temporary prosthesis a temporary set of teeth is usually attached the same day, so you leave with a smile. Healing & final prosthesisAfter a few months of healing, your final custom prosthesis is attached for a long-lasting result.

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Trauma Case of the Day

Emergency restoration · Palisades Dental Health

A front-tooth trauma restored the same day with a natural-looking crown.

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