All on six is an implant procedure based on placing six implants in the upper jaw and six implants in the lower jaw. It is applied to reconstruct the mouth in patients suffering from loose dentures who have lost multiple teeth in one or both jaws. With this procedure, the patient is offered the opportunity to replace all their teeth with six implants. It is a suitable solution for patients who experience excessive bone loss, especially in the posterior teeth. All on six offers a long-term and stable treatment alternative to traditional implants. With this procedure, a permanent fixed prosthesis is placed in at least five weeks in the lower jaw and at least 12 weeks in the upper jaw.
What is an All on 6 implant?
All on Six is designed for emergency use, it is applied in cases where most teeth are lost even if there is no complete edentulism and loose dentures are a problem. It is the procedure of prosthetic teeth placed on 6 implants placed at certain angles on the lower or upper jaw on the same day in order to save the patient from the situations mentioned above.
Applied implants can be used on the same day. We can achieve the functionality and speech quality we expect from natural teeth. It will be seen that it is a treatment method with a high success rate in long-term follow-ups. Placed implants fuse with the jawbone and imitate natural tooth roots.
The biggest advantage of the All on 6 implant is that it lasts longer than standard implants, and the treatment period is shorter. While 6 implants are made in the All on Six procedure, at least 8 implants are used in standard implants. In the All on Six method, the implants are placed at a right angle in the front and at an angle of 45 degrees in the back. Temporary prostheses are placed on the implants on the same day and used on the same day. After a 3-month recovery period, patients are provided with permanently fixed prostheses. In the standard implant procedure, prosthetic teeth are placed after a 3-month healing period after the implant is placed. During this time, the patient waits without teeth.
All on 6 treatment will eliminate the problems caused by tooth loss and an aesthetic result. The best part of the method is that it can be used even in a completely edentulous mouth and in severe bone resorption. In addition, the All on Six procedure will prevent bone resorption in the jawbone, as well as a quick and easy procedure.
What are the advantages of the All on Six technique in Turkey?
- It acts like your natural teeth.
- It easily adapts and integrates with the jawbone.
- Provides long-term results.
- There is no upper age limit for the procedure in patients with good health.
- It can be applied easily in a short time.
- It is easily applied to places with low bone volume.
- The biting and chewing abilities of the teeth increase.
- It offers a fast recovery process.
- Implants are permanently fixed in your mouth, so they do not loosen or slip like dentures.
- Nausea-type side effects seen in other implant procedures are not encountered.
- It completely enhances your facial structure
- Rarely is a bone graft needed.
- Problems related to the implant are eliminated beforehand.
- The patients' speaking ability improves.
- The patient does not remain toothless at any stage of the treatment.
- No need for advanced surgical procedures.
- A temporary fixed denture is placed on the same day with a single surgical procedure.
- The removable prosthesis is not required.
- It is extremely durable as its loads are determined and made beforehand.
- It is suitable for lifelong use, depending on oral care and hygiene.
- Restores the ability to eat all kinds of food.
- Self-confidence is achieved with a real smile.
- It allows you to enjoy eating and talking.
- It is economical.
- You can complete your missing teeth in just one day with a single operation.
- Dental care and cleaning are easy.
- It provides an aesthetic appearance, smile line, and smile aesthetics as it can be planned individually.
- You can bite and chew food just like natural teeth.
Who is the All on Six technique applied to?
- Those who have lost all or most of their teeth in one or both jaws.
- For those unsatisfied with the prosthesis, use and have adaptation problems.
- For those who have to change their problematic and unusable prostheses frequently.
- For those with low bone density where bone grafting is not required.
- For those who do not want to use full palate prosthesis.
- Those whose general health condition is suitable.
All on Six implants are applied.
Who needs to apply the All on Six technique?
Anyone can have this treatment. However, for patients with the following conditions;
- Pregnant women,
- Those who have coagulation problems (physician consultation is required),
- Those who have had cortisone treatment and whose treatment is still ongoing,
- Drug and alcohol addicts,
- Heart and high blood pressure patients (physician consultation is required),
- Those who have radiotherapy treatment from the head and neck region,
- Those with osteoporosis,
- Diabetes patients (physician consultation is required),
All on Six treatment is not recommended.
Complete dental implants risk factors:
This procedure is applied to patients with multiple tooth loss in the mouth and carries some risks. Possible risks are:
- The All on Six procedure carries a risk of infection. Surgical wounds can be susceptible to infection, so the patient should take care of oral hygiene for a certain period after implant placement.
- Bleeding may occur in the All on Six procedure. Bleeding is normal, but the dentist should intervene in excessive bleeding.
- Implants can fail due to the body's biological rejection, or the implants are not bonded tightly enough. In this case, repositioning the implant or another restoration option may be considered.
- Nerves can be damaged during the All on Six procedure. This can cause pain, numbness, or loss of feeling.
- The All on Six prostheses may fail if it is not fitted or properly maintained. In this case, the prosthesis can be rearranged or replaced.
- Implant failure may occur due to poor oral hygiene and uncontrolled diabetes.
- Bruxism (clenching, grinding) or any occlusal trauma can affect the life of your dentures.
What should be considered before All on Six?
The All on Six procedure is applied to patients who have lost many teeth in the mouth. Before this procedure, patients need to follow some important steps. Here are the things to consider before the All on Six procedure:
Consult your dentist:
Before the All on Six procedure, consult your dentist. Your dentist will evaluate your oral health to determine if treatment is right for you.
Improve your oral hygiene:
Before the All on Six procedure, your gums and oral hygiene must be in good condition. Your dentist will advise you on how to improve your oral hygiene.
Quit smoking:
Smoking increases the risk of implants failing. It is recommended that you stop smoking before the All on Six procedure.
Eat healthily:
Following a healthy and balanced diet before the All on Six procedure is important. Your diet contributes to your body's healing process.
Follow pre-surgical instructions:
Your dentist will give pre-procedural instructions before the All on Six procedure. Following these instructions carefully helps to carry out the procedure successfully.
Take your medications regularly:
Your dentist may prescribe you medications before the All on Six procedure. Regular use of these drugs reduces pain and other discomforts.
Be hungry:
You must be hungry before the All on Six procedure. The stomach should be empty for general anesthesia or sedation during the procedure.
Carefully following your dentist's instructions before the All on Six procedure will help ensure the procedure succeeds and speed up healing.
What are the stages of the procedure of the All On 6 technique?
- Preliminary Inspection
- Modeling
- Implantation
- Installing the Temporary Prosthesis
- Attaching the Permanent Prosthesis
How to apply the All on Six technique?
Preliminary examination
Our specialist dentists perform a preliminary examination of the patient in our clinic using medical imaging methods. At the same time, information about the patient's medical history, chronic diseases, medications, smoking, and alcohol use is collected.
Modelling
Our dentist takes the mouth measurement of our patient. These measurements are sent to the production center for the prosthesis.
Implantation
If the patient has teeth to be extracted, they are extracted first. Bone grafting is generally not needed in practice. If such an procedure is needed (it has been a long time since tooth extraction), a bone graft is applied by the dentist most appropriately.
Our specialist dentist applies local anesthesia. Some patients have fear and anxiety disorders. It can be applied with sedation or under general anesthesia in these patients. The patient's gums are cut, and holes are made in the jaw bones with milling cutters. 6 implants are placed in these opened holes. Implants are placed at an angle of 90 to the front and 45 to the back. This process on both jaws takes an average of 2-3 hours.
Temporary prosthesis fitting
After the implants are placed, a temporary prosthesis is attached to the patient so that they do not become toothless during the treatment. During this period, the implants are expected to fuse with the jawbone, the surrounding tissues will surround the implants, and the gums will heal.
Permanent prosthesis fitting
The fusion of the implants with the jawbone is completed in 3 months on average. At the end of this period, the temporary prosthesis is removed with a second session of approximately 2 hours, the permanent prosthesis is mounted, and the procedure is completed.
The recovery process after All on Six?
- It would help if you did not eat or drink anything for a few hours after the implant procedure.
- Sensitivity may occur in the teeth, and they should not eat or drink hot or cold.
- Pain may occur after the procedure, painkillers recommended by our physician should be used.
- During the treatment, alcohol and cigarettes should not be used.
- Juicy and soft foods should be consumed in order for the implants to adapt to the jawbone.
- Antibiotic drugs recommended against the risk of infection should be used.
- Swelling and bleeding within a few days are normal.
- Hard foods should not be consumed during the treatment.
- Teeth should be brushed regularly.
In case of long-term swelling, pain, and bleeding, consult our physicians.
Routine physician visits after All on Six
You should report any complications or infections to your dentist. To minimize possible risks and problems, patients are recommended to follow the instructions and recommendations of the dentists before and after the surgical intervention and to go to the dentist controls regularly.
What are Sinus Lift and Bone Graft?
Anatomical cavities in the upper jaw are called sinuses. In some patients, the sinuses may become enlarged due to tooth transplantation. When the implant cannot be placed due to this expansion, The sinus membrane is lifted upwards, and bone placement is achieved. This is called a sinus lift. Materials used in bone placement; can be synthetic, animal, or human.
If the amount of bone is too low, sinus lifting and All on Six implants cannot be applied in the same session. It is applied after a certain period. However, if there is enough bone to support the implant, the Sinus lift and implant are applied in the same session.
Bone grafting is a treatment method to replace the bone loss in cases where bone tissue is damaged or lost. This treatment method is carried out by transplanting living bone tissue from an area to the damaged area. The bone graft may comprise the patient's bone tissue, the donor's bone tissue, or artificially created materials.
What are the differences between All on Six and All On Four?
Both implants are similar in terms of procedure. However;
- Six implants are placed in All On Six, and four in All On Four. For this reason, the ability to bite and chew is higher in the All on Six implant.
- The cost of the All On Four procedure is lower.
- In the procedure of All on Six, the patient is not toothless because a temporary prosthesis is attached to the patient.
- In the All on Six procedure, the prostheses are fixed and stronger.
- A half denture is used in All On Four procedure, and full denture is used in the All on Six procedure.
What is the difference between All on Six and a normal implant?
- All on six is placed in the chin at a slightly greater angle than normal implants. This way, it can carry the load that 8 or 10 implants can carry with 4 or 6 implants.
- Implants have a long life.
- Traditional implants are more expensive.
- Return to normal life; 3 months in all on six, 6-10 months in normal implants.
- Traditional implant procedure requires serious surgical intervention. The number of procedures performed on All on 6 implants is less.
- The temporary prosthesis is not used in conventional implants. In the all on six, a temporary prosthesis is placed immediately.
- A traditional implant requires bone graft; all on six does not.
How long do All-on-6 implants last?
All-on-6 dental implants may last many years when patients adhere to proper oral hygiene, attend regular dental check-ups, and follow post-operative care instructions. By employing six implants to support an entire set of teeth, All-on-6 implants provide enhanced stability; with proper maintenance and lifestyle choices that support health living habits these implants may continue to offer functionality, comfort, aesthetics for years, enhancing oral health as well as quality of life for their patient recipients.
How much are All-on-6 dental implants in Turkey?
Cost estimates for All-on-6 dental implants in Turkey will depend upon a range of variables including location of clinic and expertise of staff; materials utilized; as well as any additional treatments necessary. At an average, All-on-6 dental implant prices in Turkey typically range between $8000 to $15k per arch. Turkey is well known for offering competitive dental tourism rates; patients from across the globe travel there seeking high quality treatment at more cost effective prices. Researching and selecting reputable clinics with experienced professionals are vital in order to guarantee a smooth All-on-6 implant procedure, including travel expenses and pre/post op costs that should also be factored into budget considerations when planning All-on-6 dental implant placement in Turkey.