All On 4 Dental Implants in Perth

The titanium implants themselves are designed to last for decades, and with good care many patients keep them for life. They fuse with your jaw bone and act as permanent tooth roots. The bridge that sits on top will see everyday wear over the years, and it can be maintained or replaced in future without disturbing the implants underneath. Looking after them is much like looking after natural teeth: brush and clean daily and keep up your regular check-ups at Keys Dental.

The procedure is carried out under local anaesthetic, so you should not feel pain while your implants are placed, and sedation is available if you would prefer to be more relaxed. Most people find the treatment more comfortable than they expected. Some mild swelling and discomfort afterwards is normal for a few days and usually settles with standard pain relief. Dr Wilson will talk you through what to expect and how to stay comfortable while you recover.

From your first consultation to your final bridge, All-on-4 usually takes around four to six months. Most of that is healing time, while your implants fuse naturally with your jaw bone. The surgery itself is generally completed in a single appointment, and a fixed temporary bridge is fitted around the time of your surgery, so you are never left without teeth while you heal.

Most healthy adults who are missing most or all of their teeth in an arch, have failing teeth, or have worn dentures for years are good candidates for All-on-4. Having enough healthy jawbone to support the implants is the other key factor. Things like bone density, smoking, certain medications, and your general health are worth discussing rather than ruling anything out in advance. The only way to know for certain is a consultation with Dr Paul Wilson, including a 3D CBCT scan, so your plan is based on your own anatomy.

In most cases, yes. All-on-4 is often described as “teeth in a day” because a fixed set of temporary teeth is fitted around the time of your surgery. You leave our Clarkson clinic with a functional set of teeth rather than an empty gap. This temporary bridge stays in place while your implants heal and integrate over the following months, and it is later replaced with your custom-made permanent bridge, matched to your bite and the look you want.

Bone grafting is a procedure that rebuilds or adds volume to the jaw bone so it can support implants. It is sometimes needed when teeth have been missing for a long time and the bone has shrunk. One of the advantages of All-on-4 is that it was specifically designed to make the most of the bone you already have. The two rear implants are placed at an angle, which often means grafting can be avoided altogether. If any extra bone support would help in your case, Dr Wilson will identify this from your CBCT scan and explain your options clearly before any treatment begins.

The cost of All-on-4 varies from person to person, depending on your individual assessment, whether you are treating one arch or both, and the bridge material you choose. Because of this, the most accurate figure comes from a personalised treatment plan and written quote, which Dr Wilson provides at your first appointment so there are no surprises. To help make treatment more affordable, we offer a range of payment options, including Zip, Afterpay and Humm, early access to your superannuation where eligible, and private health fund rebates as a BUPA Platinum provider.

Yes. Once your permanent bridge is in place, your All-on-4 teeth are fixed and non-removable, and they restore much of the strength and function of natural teeth, so you can enjoy the foods you love and eat with confidence. There is no plate to slip and nothing to take out at meals. During the healing phase, while your temporary bridge is settling in, we usually suggest easing in with softer foods to protect your new implants, and Dr Wilson will let you know when you can return to a full, normal diet.