The Real Truth Behind a New Smile in a Day

Having your teeth replaced with permanent prosthetics can be a welcomed reality if you desire something more than traditional dentures or dental bridges. However, when learning there is the option to avoid several months of waiting and instead receive your new teeth the same day, you may wonder if it’s really possible. The good news is that a dentist is here to answer the question, “Can you get a new smile in a day,” and explain how it can happen for you.

What is All-On-4 or Smile in a Day?

All-On-4 or Smile in a Day is a method of treatment that is similar to traditional dental implants. But unlike regular prosthetics that require several months of recovery before receiving the finalized restoration, All-On-4 allows individuals to receive their new teeth the same day as their implant placement procedure.

It is a successful solution for anyone who wants to avoid the long wait and instead, start seeing a newer, complete, and functional smile right away.

How Does All-On-4 Work?

With regular dental implants, it is often necessary for patients to receive up to six implant posts for a full denture. However, with All-On-4, only four posts are required. Two are positioned toward the posterior of the mouth at a 45-degree angle, while the anterior posts sit toward the front to create an even balance.

Using the densest areas of a person’s jawbone makes it possible for anyone who lacks sufficient jawbone density to receive permanent prosthetics without undergoing a bone graft.

Once the implants are in place, a dentist will secure a temporary restoration on top of the posts to create a new, complete smile. Although the finalized version of a person’s smile will need to be created by a dental lab, having an interim set of pearly whites can help to boost confidence and improve appearances immediately.

Who is a Good Candidate for All-On-4?

Individuals who suffer from tooth loss can enjoy the effects of All-On-4; however, it is necessary that the person have good general oral and overall health. For anyone who learns that their jawbone lacks the necessary density for regular dental implants, All-On-4 can be an ideal solution because not only are bone grafts not necessary but the posts can be positioned in areas of the bone that offer maximum support.

But anyone looking to obtain a new smile in one day must be committed to taking proper care of their new teeth, as poor oral hygiene, unhealthy habits (i.e., smoking), and sugary diets can all lead to potential implant failure.

With All-On-4, patients can enjoy a new lease on life in less time. No longer do months of waiting need to be the reality but instead, patients can embrace a healthier, more beautiful smile with fewer implants and a more positive outlook.

About the Author
Dr. Jason Kaopua has more than two decades of experience in the field of dentistry. After completing his dental degree at Oregon Health & Sciences University, he returned to Hawaii to open various clinics to serve underprivileged populations. Eventually, he moved to Everett, WA, to open Albright Family Dental and has since helped the residents achieve greater oral and overall health. Providing high-quality prosthetics for patients suffering from tooth loss, he and his team can provide All-On-4 that looks natural and allow for greater functionality. If you are suffering from one or more missing teeth, contact us at (425) 267-3333.