How to care for “All on 4” fixed bridges supported by only 4 implants (durability, maintenance and hygiene)
All-on-4 and All-on-6 bridges represent today a very effective way of solving the problem of complete edentulism with DENTAL IMPLANTS in patients with an upper and/or lower jaw without teeth. THEY ARE SIMPLY A LIFESAVER FOR PATIENTS WHO HAVE NO TEETH AND DO NOT WANT REMOVABLE DENTURES!
The fabrication of fixed bridges attached with screws to 4 or 6 implants, known as the All on 4 or All on 6 concept, has proven to be an exceptionally good, long-lasting and financially acceptable fixed solution for patients who have lost all their teeth.
FIXED TEETH THAT ARE NOT REMOVED GREATLY CHANGE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR PATIENTS WHO NO LONGER HAVE THEIR OWN TEETH! Having fixed permanent teeth instead of dentures is invaluable, according to all patients who have received 4-6 implants at Dental Estetic Studio and wear fixed All-on-4 or All-on-6 bridges.
Patients often ask how they should behave and what they should do with such a fixed screw-retained bridge attached to implants:
- perform regular and thorough oral hygiene
- have regular check-ups at Dental Estetic Studio every 6-12 months
- have the bridge serviced by us every few years or whenever the dentist considers it necessary
- protect it from impacts and trauma
- enjoy the advantages of fixed teeth
THE FABRICATION PROTOCOL is as follows:
After implant placement, an impression is taken on the same day and patients receive a temporary screw-retained bridge within one day. They usually wear this bridge for approximately 4 months while osseointegration of the implants takes place and until the final screw-retained bridge is fabricated.
At Dental Estetic Studio, the permanent screw-retained bridge is most often made from high-quality composite material with premium composite teeth, which allow us to achieve truly excellent and natural aesthetics.
The All-on-4 bridge replaces not only missing teeth but also lost bone and gum tissue, creating a complete and natural-looking restoration.
Advantages compared to traditional dentures:
– quick and easy adaptation
– natural taste perception is preserved because there is no artificial palate
– stability in the mouth, as the dental bridge is fixed and gives patients confidence during everyday activities and speech
– easy maintenance of oral hygiene
– possibility of servicing and removal in the dental clinic when necessary for intervention
SERVICING:
The bridge can be easily removed from the implants, unlike cemented bridges that often need to be destroyed if removal is required.
The screws of the All-on-4 bridge on implants can occasionally be tightened during check-ups, or in rare cases if a tooth fractures or comes out of the bridge (which is very uncommon but possible). Everything can be easily repaired in the dental laboratory.
Maintaining hygiene
Maintaining hygiene in patients with screw-retained bridges is also very simple.
Regular brushing with a toothbrush and toothpaste, combined with the use of an oral irrigator, provides excellent results. A toothbrush and toothpaste mechanically remove plaque and deposits from the bridge and surrounding areas, while an oral irrigator effectively removes food particles and toothpaste residues beneath the bridge structure and around the implant edges.
As with all prosthetic restorations, maintaining excellent hygiene is extremely important for the longevity of the restoration and its excellent appearance for many years.
With All-on-4 bridges, hygiene is the most important factor for long-term success!
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