FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q. Is the All-on-4 Procedure new or experimental?

A. The All-on-4 procedure (AO4) has been successfully performed in Europe for over 15 years and here in the U.S. for about 4 years. Approximately 10 years ago the world's leading dental implant manufacturer, Nobel Biocare, joined implant specialists and researchers in Europe to study computer simulation and bio-mechanics to create the optimal use of implants for the edentulous patient (most or all of their natural teeth missing). Our clinicians have traveled to Europe and studied with the developers of the AO4 procedure which enjoys a success rate of over 97% worldwide.

Q. I've read that patients with all their teeth missing need 6 - 8 or more implants per jaw. Why do you recommend only 4 per jaw?

A. The research and scientific documented studies and clinical success with the All-on-4 procedure allow for the back two implants to be angled slightly, giving as much support as multiple implant placements. An implant-supported bridge sits comfortably on these four specifically placed implants and is just as effective as sitting on many more implants using a non-AO4 technique. The results are less cost, less chair time, less healing, and a faster smile.

In addition, most dental clinicians do not have experience in the AO4 protocol and continue to use as many implants per jaw as the bone will allow, adding to the cost factor, trauma factor and treatment time.

Q. How experienced are Eon Clinics clinicians with the AO4 procedures?

A. We are a family owned business and only focus on dental implants, of which the AO4 technique is our specialty. Our clinicians perform 30 - 50 procedures monthly with outstanding success rates. That is why we can give a lifetime guarantee on the work we do, both surgically and restoratively. We encourage you to speak to some of our success stories and hear first hand of the life changing dramatic effects Eon Clinics has on our patients.

Q. How long does it take, I mean I've heard stories where people had to wait almost two years to have implant cases completed?

A. To answer "how long does it take", let's first examine how long it used to take using traditional implant procedures. The surgery would normally involve 6 - 8 implants per arch, bone grafting and perhaps a sinus lift would be recommended. Several visits to the surgeon, restorative dentist, CT Scan facility, and off site dental labs would add to the time table. This could easily translate into the patient being without teeth, or with a temporary denture for 1 - 2 years.

Now, with the AO4 procedure (which for the most part eliminates bone grafts and other ancillary procedures): after the initial examinations, any extractions, implant placement, the making of the new temporary implant-supported bridge, and adjustments take one day, and happen in one facility. In one day you will be walking out with a new smile and renewed quality of life.

After sufficient healing of the bone (4 - 6 months), your final and permanent tooth supported bridge will be prepared and attached to your implants giving you a lifetime of smiles.

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