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What Are Full-Arch Dental Implants?

Full-arch dental implant treatment replaces an entire arch of missing or failing teeth with a fixed bridge supported by dental implants.

Unlike conventional dentures, the replacement teeth are secured to implants placed in the jaw and are not removed by the patient each day.

The number and position of implants required depends on your anatomy, bone availability, bite, treatment plan and clinical needs.

What Is Four Under One®?

Four Under One® is Dentistry Plus’s approach to fixed full-arch tooth replacement using dental implants to support a complete arch of replacement teeth.

It may be suitable for patients who:

  • Have lost most or all of their teeth
  • Have multiple failing or heavily restored teeth
  • Struggle with loose or uncomfortable dentures
  • Have difficulty eating with conventional dentures
  • Want to investigate a fixed alternative to removable teeth
  • Have been told they may require full-arch tooth replacement

Every case requires individual assessment. Full-arch implant treatment is not suitable for everyone.

Is Four Under One® the Same as All-on-4?

They are related full-arch treatment concepts, but the terms should not automatically be treated as identical.

All-on-4 is a specific treatment concept associated with Nobel Biocare in which a complete fixed bridge is supported using four strategically positioned dental implants.

All-on-X is a broader term commonly used to describe full-arch treatment where the number of implants is determined according to the individual case.

Four Under One® is Dentistry Plus’s own full-arch treatment offering.

If you are researching All-on-4 or All-on-X treatment in Perth, Dentistry Plus can assess your individual circumstances and explain which full-arch treatment approach may be appropriate.

All-on-4 vs All-on-X — What's the Difference?

All-on-4 generally refers to a full arch supported by four implants. All-on-X is a broader concept in which the number of implants may vary according to the patient’s clinical requirements.

The aim isn’t simply to use the greatest or smallest number of implants.

The treatment plan should consider:

  • Available bone
  • Jaw anatomy
  • Implant position
  • Bite forces
  • Opposing teeth
  • Medical and dental history
  • Long-term maintenance
  • Prosthetic design

Your dentist will recommend an implant configuration after clinical examination and appropriate imaging.

Who May Benefit From Full-Arch Implant Treatment?

Full-arch implants are generally considered when retaining individual teeth is no longer predictable, practical or appropriate.

You may want to discuss full-arch treatment if you have:

Multiple failing teeth

Extensive decay, fractures, advanced periodontal disease or repeated dental treatment can sometimes leave an entire arch with a poor overall prognosis.

Missing most or all of your teeth

A full-arch implant bridge can replace multiple missing teeth as one integrated restoration.

Uncomfortable or unstable dentures

Some patients investigate fixed implant teeth because they have difficulty with movement, chewing or comfort with conventional dentures.

A desire for fixed rather than removable teeth

Full-arch bridges are secured to implants and are designed to remain in place during everyday use.

The appropriate treatment should always be based on your clinical circumstances — not simply which option costs the most.

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Four Under One® Treatment Options

Dentistry Plus offers different Four Under One® treatment options according to the patient’s clinical and restorative requirements.

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The cost of full-arch implant treatment in Perth varies according to the treatment system, number of implants, restorative materials and what’s included in the treatment package.

The cost of All-on-4 dental implants in Perth at Dentistry Plus starts from $18,850 for the Basic package, $26,000 for Signature, and $33,000 for Signature Plus. Each package includes dental implants and a fixed bridge, with inclusions and warranty periods varying by package.

Additional costs may apply for treatments such as bone grafting, extractions, IV sedation and ongoing maintenance.

Four Under One® is Dentistry Plus’s own full-arch implant treatment offering. Patients researching All-on-4, All-on-X or fixed full-arch dental implants may be considering treatments within the same broader category of full-arch implant rehabilitation.

Your dentist will explain the specific treatment being proposed for you.

  • There isn’t one correct number for every patient.The number and position of implants should be determined according to anatomy, available bone, bite, restorative design and clinical requirements.

Existing denture wearers may be candidates for fixed full-arch implant treatment, but suitability requires clinical assessment and appropriate imaging.

Long-term denture wear can affect bone volume, which is one of the factors that needs to be assessed.

Not automatically.

All-on-X simply allows for variation in the number of implants used. The appropriate implant configuration depends on the individual patient rather than one approach being universally better.

Implant-supported removable dentures are generally a lower-cost treatment pathway than a fixed full-arch implant bridge because the restorative design and treatment are different.

Your individual quotation will depend on the treatment required.

Yes, suitable patients may have full-arch implant treatment for the upper jaw, lower jaw or both.

Each arch requires individual assessment and treatment planning.

Private health insurance benefits vary significantly between policies, annual limits and treatment item numbers.

Dentistry Plus can provide an itemised treatment plan so you can check your expected benefits directly with your insurer.

Considering All-on-4, All-on-X or Fixed Full-Arch Teeth?

If you have failing teeth, are missing most or all of your teeth, or are struggling with dentures, the first step is understanding all of your realistic options.

At Dentistry Plus, we can discuss the spectrum from conventional dentures and implant-supported dentures through to fixed full-arch implant treatment.

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