All-on-4® Dental Implants in Duncan, BC

Living with missing teeth or unstable dentures can be frustrating and affect everything from your diet to your self-confidence. If you're an adult experiencing multiple or full arch tooth loss and want a stable, long-term solution, All-on-4® implants in Duncan, BC, may be the transformative procedure your smile needs.

The Challenges of Missing Teeth

Dr. Scott Stewart is an experienced dentist in the Cowichan Valley who understands that missing teeth impact more than just your smile. Gaps in your smile can lead to bone loss, alter your facial structure, and limit your ability to enjoy your favourite foods. Remaining teeth can shift out of position, leading to misalignment, dental wear, and bite issues. 

If you're wearing ill-fitting removable dentures, you know they're not an ideal solution. They can be uncomfortable, and the constant slipping makes social interactions awkward.

The All-on-4 technique involves placing as few as four implants in specific areas of the jaw to provide support for an entire arch of replacement teeth. All-on-4 is ideal for adults who face full tooth extraction or wear removable dentures and want a more permanent, stable solution.

In many cases, Dr. Stewart can place your implants and dentures on the same day so you can leave our office with a complete set of temporary teeth! 

What “All-on-X” Means

"All-on-X" refers to the number of implants used to support an entire arch of prosthetic teeth. While All-on-4® is common, the "X" can be 4, 5, or 6, depending on individual needs and bone density. Your All-on-4 implant dentist will determine the appropriate number of implants for your case to ensure a customized fit and maximum comfort and functionality.

The All-on-4 treatment option is for adults facing full tooth extraction or who currently wear removable dentures and want a more permanent, stable solution. The transformative effects can be life-changing, providing a secure, natural-looking smile that enhances facial structure and allows for comfortable chewing and speaking.

It's exciting to take the first steps toward a whole and healthy smile! You may also feel apprehensive, but our supportive team will guide you through the process with care and understanding. We are here for you, whatever you need—from appointment scheduling to help with insurance and financing.

Your journey begins with a thorough evaluation at Dr. Stewart's office. He will perform an exam and use advanced technology like cone beam imaging to plan precise implant placement. 

Under local anesthesia, Dr. Stewart expertly positions the implants strategically in the jawbone. We will have a customized temporary denture ready to attach to the implants so you can enjoy the transformative effects immediately. 

The healing period typically takes several months; during this time, the implants integrate with your jawbone in a process called osseointegration. When the implants have fully healed, we'll replace your temporary with a customized denture to complete your smile transformation. 

If you're ready to leave the challenges of missing teeth behind, contact Dr. Stewart's office in Duncan, BC, for a full-arch tooth replacement consultation. As a leading All-on-4 implant dentist, he is committed to transforming smiles throughout the Cowichan Valley.