Imagine waking up in the morning and feeling confident as you smile at yourself in the mirror. Now, think of how much easier everyday moments would be—eating your favorite foods, speaking without hesitation, and laughing freely—if your teeth were restored to their natural beauty and function. All-on-X offers you that chance by transforming your smile with cutting-edge dental implants. With All-on-X, you can experience the power of a complete smile makeover designed to fit seamlessly into your lifestyle.
With over 50 years of combined experience, the team at Skale Dental Professionals understands the importance of a personalized approach to dental care. We offer All-on-X as a cutting-edge solution to full mouth rehabilitation, providing a long-lasting and comfortable option for those seeking a permanent smile transformation.
What is All-on-X?
All-on-X is a tool that allows you to replace a full arch of teeth—top, bottom, or both—relatively quickly. All-on-X works sort of like implants and dentures put together. A few titanium posts are placed into the jaw, which ultimately fuse with the jaw bone and keep the remaining structures strong. On top of these posts, we place an artificial arch of teeth.
Because the implants are present, All-on-X doesn’t move around like traditional dentures. The process is also much simpler than replacing every tooth with an implant. Instead of needing 28 individual implants and crowns, All-on-X minimizes the number of titanium posts a patient might need. The number of posts will vary from patient to patient, but a single arch may need as few as four implants. Typically, patients only need four to six implants per arch for suitable stability and function.
Healing time is also much faster with All-on-X, especially when you compare it to healing 28 individual implants. This means you can bounce back and return to life more quickly without compromising the stability of your smile.
How All-on-X Works
Following a thorough consultation with your dental provider, you’ll be able to schedule an appointment and get your new All-on-X! Using digital scans and additional tools, your provider will be able to carefully plan and customize your All-on-X, ensuring everything goes smoothly.
Before the procedure, your provider will put you under sedation. Some patients prefer oral sedation, while others prefer local anesthesia. If you have anxiety or want deeper sedation, speak with your dentist about your options. We want to ensure you feel as comfortable as possible while you’re receiving care.
Your provider will then carefully place the titanium posts into your jaw. Typically, at least two posts will be placed vertically near the front of your arch, and another two will be angled toward the back. This process maximizes stability from the bone structure while minimizing the need for bone grafting, making it an excellent option for many patients.
After placing the implants, we’ll place a tray of temporary teeth over the posts. You’ll receive your permanent artificial teeth once your implants have healed completely, typically after several months. These permanent replacements are customized to match your remaining natural teeth in color, shape, and bite, allowing for a beautiful and seamless result.
Who is a Good Candidate for All-on-X?
The best way to find out whether you’re a good candidate for All-on-X is to get a consultation with a qualified provider. However, you may be interested in determining whether you’re a good fit before your next appointment. Generally speaking, patients who identify with the following statements are strong candidates for All-on-X:
- Lost all or most of your teeth on one or both arches
- Good jawbone density
- Strong overall health
- Healthy gums, meaning there are no active cases of gum disease, infection, or other issues
- Want a stable, permanent, non-removable dental solution
- Open to extracting any remaining teeth, given these are minimal
- Non-smokers
To find out definitively whether you’re a good fit for All-on-X, please reach out to Skale Dental Professionals to schedule your consultation. We’re here to help you find the best solution for your ideal smile, so feel free to contact us if you have any questions. We look forward to hearing from you!
Why Choose Skale Dental Professionals for All-on-X?
At Skale Dental Professionals, we believe everyone deserves a healthy, confident smile. Our team takes a personalized approach to every All-on-X case. With over 50 years of combined experience, we provide expert care, advanced technology, and a compassionate environment to help you feel at ease throughout your transformation.
Retirement is a great time to invest in All-on-X because you still have decades of life left to enjoy your restored smile! Many of our patients choose this time in their lives to finally invest in their smiles when they’re no longer funding their children’s education. We’ll walk you through the process, answer any questions, and create a customized treatment plan designed just for you. Call us at (847) 272-1072 or visit our contact form.
