For many patients, the idea of a removable full denture (the classic \u201cteeth in a glass of water\u201d) is a nightmare. The fear of teeth wobbling when speaking, reduced taste perception due to palatal plates, and painful pressure points is significant. <\/p>\n\n
For a long time, the path to fixed teeth was difficult: lengthy bone augmentation and months of healing without teeth were often required. The All-on-4\u00ae<\/strong> treatment concept has revolutionised implantology here. It makes it possible to provide a completely toothless jaw with a fixed restoration in just one day. <\/p>\n\n But how does this work biologically? And is it suitable for everyone? Here is the medical fact check. <\/p>\n\n Normally, we place implants vertically into the bone. However, if a jaw has been toothless for a long time, the bone recedes (atrophy)\u2014especially in the posterior region, where the maxillary sinus runs in the upper jaw and the nerve runs in the lower jaw. In the past, bone had to be built up artificially here. <\/p>\n\n The All-on-4\u00ae concept uses an ingenious biomechanical trick:<\/p>\n\n The advantage:<\/strong> By angling them, we avoid critical structures (nerve\/sinus) and make optimal use of the available bone. In addition, we extend the support area towards the back. This provides stable anchorage (\u201cprimary stability\u201d) without the need for bone augmentation. <\/p>\n\n The term \u201cfixed teeth in one day\u201d refers to what is known as immediate loading<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n Here we need to correct a piece of misinformation that often circulates online: although the teeth are fixed immediately, the bone needs time to grow onto the titanium surface (osseointegration<\/strong>).<\/p>\n\n After about 3 to 6 months, biological healing is complete. We then replace the temporary restoration with the definitive bridge<\/strong>. This is usually made of a high-strength titanium framework or zirconia and is designed aesthetically so that it is hardly distinguishable from natural teeth. <\/p>\n\n In the German healthcare system, the cost allocation is clearly regulated, but often confusing for patients:<\/p>\n\n Conclusion:<\/strong> All-on-4\u00ae is a proven, scientifically well-documented method for regaining quality of life immediately. It is more cost-effective than traditional methods (as fewer implants are needed and no bone augmentation is required), but it does require discipline with diet during the healing phase. <\/p>\n\n Would you like to know whether your bone volume is sufficient for this method? We would be happy to clarify this in a non-binding diagnostic appointment. <\/p>\n\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" For many patients, the idea of a removable full denture (the classic \u201cteeth in a glass of water\u201d) is a nightmare. The fear of teeth wobbling when speaking, reduced taste perception due to palatal plates, and painful pressure points is significant. For a long time, the path to fixed teeth was difficult: lengthy bone augmentation […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":118911,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"iawp_total_views":5,"footnotes":""},"categories":[187,196,197,198,205],"tags":[],"post_folder":[],"class_list":["post-118910","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-dental-fit","category-3d-x-ray-imaging","category-implantology","category-oral-surgery","category-dental-restorations"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nThe physical principle: angled instead of straight<\/h2>\n\n
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The process: a gap in the morning, a fixed bridge in the evening<\/h2>\n\n
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IMPORTANT: The rules for healing<\/h2>\n\n
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The final step: the definitive restoration<\/h2>\n\n
Who pays for what? A look at the costs <\/h2>\n\n
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