The revolutionary All on 4 dental implants procedure
Say goodbye to ill-fitting, uncomfortable dentures or the nighmare of having only a few remaining teeth. With the All on 4 dental implants procedure, you’ll forget the teeth in your mouth aren’t your natural teeth.
Why choose the All on 4 procedure ?
All on 4 dental implants replacement teeth do not fall out. Unlike removable dentures, dentures secured with four dental implants look, feel and function just like your natural healthy teeth when chewing food, talking, singing and of course kissing. They are durable, long-lasting and let you get on with your life and lifestyle without all the compromise and worry.
Permanent, secure, natural looking teeth
Dental implants using the All on 4 procedure are permanent, stable and secure. They look and feel like natural teeth. There’s no need for dental adhesive and you don’t have to take them out for cleaning or at night.
Completed in just one session
With just four implants placed into your jawbone, the procedure can be completed in one session rather than over a series of appointments. As this means less surgery time, there is less risk of anxiety and discomfort.
No need for bone grafting
All on 4 dental implants take advantage of stronger bone at the front of the jaw and so there is usually no need for bone grafting –oftenan invasive,time-consumingand costly procedure.
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Transform your smile and lifestyle with All on 4 dental implants
All on 4 procedure – before
The patient had a few remaining teeth that we’re badly damaged and very unsightly. So, rather than using single dental implants or implant retained bridges, a complete restoration using the the All on 4 procedure was completed.
All on 4 procedure – after
Using the All on 4 procedure the transformation was remarkable and the positive impact on the patient’s self esteem is clearly evident.
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Download our fact sheet PDFs to find out more about dental implants at Arnica Dental Care, a Centre of Excellence for complex surgical procedures and award-winning gentle dentistry.
Detailing how each of our dental implant procedures work and their benefits, including the lifechanging All on4 procedure, you’ll find helpful information about costs, as well as all our dental implant procedures and a thorough set of frequently asked questions (FAQs).
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All on 4 dental implants at Arnica
Smile naturally once again after just one day!
The All on 4 dental implants technique places a complete row of fully functioning replacement teeth on just four implants. This life-changing procedure gives you a permanent and secure replacement for dentures for your upper and/or lower jaw, and can last you a lifetime.
An end to worrying about your teeth
These replacement teeth look and feel completely natural; you can eat, talk and smile as though they were your own teeth. The All-on-4 dental implants procedure can be completed in one session, so you can get your natural smile and self-confidence back in as little as one day.
Specially sculpted by our award-winning dental technician
As the name implies, only four implants are required for each jaw. These are placed into the front of the jawbone where the bone is strongest and they support a complete bridge of specially sculpted crowns (replacement teeth), made in our specialist lab.
Experienced, trusted and an exceptional success rate
Dr. Ellie Ledger is one of the region’s most experienced dental surgeons. Trusted by patients from all over the UK and parts of Europe, she has achieved an exceptional success rate since her first All on 4 dental implants procedure in 2004. See Ellie’s Dental Implant Dentist Biography
Ellie is one of the most frequently referred-to dentists in the region, with over 100 dentists referring their patients to Arnica for complex procedures such as All on 4 dental implants. They trust Ellie to achieve the best All on 4 dental implants results for their patients. We would be delighted to put you in touch with patients who have had this life-changing treatment.
Dr Toheed Hamid completing two years MSc in Dental Implantology programme at the University of Bristol. He has been a member of the International Team of Implantology, and regularly attends courses to expand upon his knowledge. Toheed has been placing implants since 2014. See Toheed’s Implantologist Biography
All our dentists and nurses are trained and qualified to administer intravenous and inhalation conscious sedation. Together, the team achieve exceptional, life-changing results for dental all on 4 implants patients from all over the region, nationally, and also from Europe.
How does the All on 4 procedure work?
The bone at the front of your jaw is denser and stronger. By placing two of the implants at an angle,all ofthe replacement teeth can be supported on just four implants with one bridge. The entire row of teeth is therefore supported by the strongest bone.
No dentures
Firstly, the four implants are placed with a provisional bridge meaning you won’t need to wear a denture during the healing phase. After the healing period, this is replaced by the final permanent bridge, which is made of acrylic or porcelain.
Award winning design
The dental bridge is designed to look and feel just like natural healthy teeth and gums and is manufactured by our award-winning dental technician.
Not enough bone density for All on 4 dental implants?
If you do not have enough bone density in your upperjaw then you may still be able to benefit from the life-changing All on 4 dental implants procedure. We may be able to use zygomatic dental implants, which are extra-longand reach into the cheek bone to provide extra stability.
Find out more about All on 4 dental implants procedure with zygomatic implants.
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What our patients have to say
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What do All on 4 dental implants cost?
A helpful “at-a-glance” guide to all our fees for all dental implant procedures at Arnica.
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Why choose Arnica for All on 4 dental implants?
An award-winning, Centre of Excellence with an exceptional success rate, delivered by one of the region’s most experienced teams, all experts in gentle dentistry.
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All on 4 dental implants FAQs
What is all on 4 dental implants?
The all on 4 dental implants procedure is where a realistic looking, feeling and functioning denture arch (prosthetic teeth and gums) is permanently fixed in place using only 4 dental implants.
How do all on 4 dental implants differ from single dental implants?
The all on 4 dental implant procedure is fairly new. The first ever Nobel Biocare All-on-4 treatment was completed in 1998 by Dr. Paulo Malo prior to this, permanent dentures were fixed using multiple implants or individual implants and crowns were placed.
Am I suitable for all on 4 dental implants?
There are a number of key factors affecting whether you are suitable for all on 4 dental implants including bone density i.e. enough bone for normal length dental implants to anchor sufficiently to your jaw; oral health i.e. the condition of your natural gums and their ability to heal* or whether you have any other medical conditions that might affect the procedure. *Ability to heal can be affected by whether you smoke and how much you smoke (and drink).
What does the all on 4 dental implants procedure involve?
We will invite you in for an initial consultation and can include a detailed implant assessment if you’ve travelled far.
The detailed assessment includes an extended oral examination, X-rays, study models, and preparation of detailed treatment plan.
You will then receive a detailed treatment plan with options and costs. You implant placement appointment will take at least half a day. You’ll arrive in the morning, be sedated, we will place the implants and fit your temporary low-pressure bridge.
The implants will take approximately six months to properly fuse with the bone in your jaw. You will be invited for an assessment where a further impression of your gums will be taken from which your final bridge will be designed to look, feel and function like real teeth.
How long does the all on 4 dental implants procedure take?
Depending upon appointment times and availability the all on 4 dental implants procedure normally takes between 6 and 8 months.
Does the all on 4 dental implants procedure hurt?
Arnica has won the Private Dentistry Award for Best Treatment of Nervous Patients which acknowledges how we minimise anxiety and pain using a combination of gentle dentistry and sedation. Patients having all on 4 dental implants normally do so under IV (Intravenous sedation). Arnica is the region’s leading sedation practice with over 100 regional dentists referring patients to Arnica for sedation.
How long do all on 4 dental implants last?
The first ever Nobel Biocare All-on-4 treatment was completed in 1998 by Dr. Paulo Malo. There have been instances where implants and bridges require replacement through wear and tear however evidence suggests that the majority remain fully functional.
What is the success rate of the all on 4 dental implants procedure?
The success rate of all on 4 dental implants at Arnica is currently 98%. As with all surgical procedures there is always a chance that something might not go to plan.
In the 20 years Arnica has been placing all on 4 dental implants only 2 procedures have had to be reversed.
How much do all on 4 dental implants cost?
Generally, the cost of all on 4 dental implants depends on the quality of the components, materials, and the experience and expertise of the surgeons and lab technicians.
Dr Ellie Ledger and her team have been placing All on 4 dental implants since 2000 and use Nobel Biocare components and bridges manufactured by an award-winning dental lab.
All on 4 dental implants start at £14,168.00 for a fixed acrylic bridge using a minimum of 4 implants to support 10-12 teeth (inclusive of extractions and implant placement).
Your All on 4 dental implants team
Arnica Dental Care’s All on 4 team comprises Dr Ellie Ledger (dental implant dentist) and Dr Toheed Hamid (implantologist)
Ellie has placed over 1000 implants since 2001 with an astonishing 96% success rate.
Dr. Eleanor Ledger (Ellie) qualified from Cardiff University in 1991 and gained a Fellowship in Dental Surgery from the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 1994. Ellie’s GDC registration number is 66099 which can be found on theGeneral Dental Councilwebsite. Ellie is also a member of theAssociation of Dental Implantologyand theBritish Association of Oral Surgeons
Toheed completing two years of the MSc in Dental Implantology programme at the University of Bristol, is a member of the International Team of Implantology, and regularly attends courses to expand upon his knowledge. He has been placing implants since 2014.
Dr Ellie Ledger
Dr Toheed Hamid
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Further information about our range of dental implant procedures, treatment and care
For a general overview of dental implants and our range of procedures, treatment and care take a look at our dental implants page.
Not enough bone density for All on 4 using normal length implants? No problem, we do All on 4 using Zygomatic implants which are longer and ideal for securing the all on 4 bridge to denser stronger bone.
Heard about ‘Teeth in a day’ ? ‘teeth in a day’ relates to the all on 4 procedure and It’s true, in many circ*mstances you’ll arrive in the morning with no healthy permanent teeth and leave in the afternoon with a permanenlty fixed row, or rows of natural-looking, feeling and functioning teeth. This is known as Teeth in a Day.
Single dental implants are now the defacto solution for replacing missing, damaged or badly mishapen teeth. Find our more about single dental implants
Would you like to find out a little more about how dental implants work? Then find the answers you’re looking in our How dental implants work page
How much do dental impants cost and how to finance them can be found in our dental implant costs page
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