All-on-4

This simple procedure can be used to replace one or more teeth using dental All On Four Teeth in a day. This is an ideal option for patients who wear dentures or whose teeth are too far-gone beyond saving, meaning all, or multiple teeth have been extracted. In the past, patients with full mouth extractions were left with not so desirable options, such as dentures and partials, which provide only limited chewing functions.

Dentures are typically not aesthetically pleasing to some patients, plus they greatly reduce the ability to properly chew and taste food or beverages. Dentures can also take time to get used to and many patients have a difficult time adjusting to them.
Another option some patients choose is a fixed bridge that is attached to dental implants. This technique is costly, involves many appointments, and longer healing time.
A third option is to use dental implants, typically up to four, to allow a special set of dentures to snap to, which provides more stability of the dentures while in place. Although this option provides better results than dentures alone, patients should only expect about 50% of their chewing function to be restored.

Now, there is an option not only more aesthetically pleasing, but also permanent, lower maintenance, and one that allows patients to have nearly 90% of their chewing function restored. This new technique, known as All-On-Four, involves just one appointment for dental surgery. This dental implant procedure begins with a CT scanning software that recreates a three-dimensional surgical guide to be used for placement of the implants. This surgical guide also creates a model for which the dental bridge will be constructed. This least invasive technique is ideal for patients who wear dentures or whose teeth are compromised beyond repair. Not to mention, this technique provides the most aesthetically appealing option for patients. Dr. Yates’s aesthetic eye expertise assures the results and you will have a smile you can be proud of that’s healthy and beautiful.

"Could not ask for a more caring, competent and knowledgeable team. Dr. Yates has changed my life with his expertise. When I sit in his chair I have complete confidence in his skills and those of his staff."

Mary P

"I have been very fortunate to have been a patient of Dr. Edward Yates since 2004. He has taken exceptional care of me and my family, particularly providing my children with the most amazing smiles! His pain management is amazing, I have never experienced any discomfort during the root canals and crowns that he has performed for me. His technology is outstanding, crowns are completed in one visit. Dr. Yates and his staff are outstanding!"

Cathy W

"Best cleaning I have ever had was by Johanna. Very thorough. Would definitely recommend. I'm moving an hour away but will only use this office for my dental work from now on. Very clean and friendly."

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