All-on-4 dental implants provide a fixed, full-arch tooth replacement supported by four implants — a stable, long-term alternative to removable dentures for patients in Houston’s Uptown and Galleria area.
What is All-on-4?
All-on-4 is a full-arch implant technique that uses four implants — two placed straight at the front of the jaw and two angled at the back — to support a fixed, non-removable prosthesis. The angled placement allows the implants to engage more available bone, which means many patients can avoid bone grafting that would otherwise be required.
The result is a complete set of upper or lower teeth that stays in place, functions like natural teeth, and does not need to be removed for cleaning.
Who may be a candidate
- Patients missing most or all teeth on one or both arches.
- Current denture wearers who want a fixed, non-removable alternative.
- Patients with bone loss that makes individual implants difficult without grafting.
- Adults in good general health with no uncontrolled conditions that affect healing.
What to expect
Treatment typically involves a consultation and imaging appointment to assess bone volume and discuss goals, followed by implant placement where all four implants are placed in a single surgical visit. A temporary fixed prosthesis is often attached the same day.
Over several months the implants integrate with the jawbone. Once healing is confirmed, the final fixed arch is fabricated and secured to the implants.
All-on-4 vs. traditional dentures
Unlike removable dentures, an All-on-4 prosthesis does not shift when eating or speaking, requires no adhesives, and is not removed at night. The implants also stimulate the jawbone, helping slow the bone loss that typically accelerates after tooth loss.
Removable dentures remain a practical option for some patients, and our team can help you understand the full range of tooth replacement choices available at our Galleria-area office.