All-on-four dental implants: Myths and Facts

Myth

The All-on-Four technique replaces a full arch of teeth using just four to six implants—there is no need for an implant for each lost tooth.

Myth

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Myth

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Myth

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Myth

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Myth

Fact

You need one implant for every missing tooth.

Myth

Fact

You must have perfect jawbone health to qualify.

Myth

Fact

You'll be without teeth for months after surgery.

Myth

Fact

All-on-Four is just another kind of denture.

Myth

Fact

The procedure is too complex and invasive.

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