What it is
Full-arch restoration replaces every tooth in an arch (upper or lower) supported by a small number of dental implants, rather than one per missing tooth.
How it’s planned
Success depends on a detailed 3D study: we calculate the optimal number and placement of fixtures so the prosthesis is well balanced and chewing loads are distributed well across all the implants. When the posterior bone is limited, we consider pterygoid implants as an alternative to a bone graft.
- Loss of all or most of the teeth in an arch
- Wanting a fixed solution, without the discomfort of a full removable prosthesis
- Enough bone, assessed with a 3D study, to give the implants stability
What the process looks like
- Full 3D study We plan the optimal number of implants and their exact placement to distribute chewing loads well.
- Placement surgery We place the implants in a single procedure, sometimes combined with pterygoid implants if the posterior bone is limited.
- Full fixed prosthesis Once the implants have integrated, the final prosthesis that replaces the whole arch is fitted.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need one implant for every missing tooth?
No. Full-arch restoration doesn't need one implant per missing tooth: success depends on a detailed prior study that calculates the optimal number and placement of fixtures.
Can I have fixed teeth on the same day as surgery?
In many cases yes, through the immediate-loading protocol, which fits a fixed provisional prosthesis on the same day.
What happens if I don't have enough bone?
Alternatives such as bone regeneration in oral surgery, or pterygoid implants, which make use of denser bone areas without needing a graft, are considered.