Denture services
All-on-4 Denture Solutions in Kingston, Ontario
All-on-4 is a full-arch implant concept in which a complete set of teeth is supported by four or more strategically placed implants. At Nova Denture Clinic in Kingston, we design and fabricate the denture portion of All-on-4 treatment, working alongside the dentist or oral surgeon who plans and places the implants.
What is it?
All-on-4 uses four (or sometimes more) implants to support a full arch of replacement teeth. Angled placement of the rear implants often makes use of available bone and can reduce the need for grafting in suitable cases.
Depending on the plan, the teeth may be fixed (removed only by a professional) or designed as a removable implant-supported denture. Nova's role is the denture: planning the tooth position, appearance and bite, and fabricating the provisional and definitive appliances. Implant surgery is performed by a dentist or oral surgeon.
Who may benefit?
All-on-4 solutions may be worth discussing if you:
- Are missing most or all teeth in an arch, or facing full-arch extractions
- Want a full-arch solution with greater stability than a conventional denture
- Have been assessed as a candidate for full-arch implant treatment by a surgical provider
- Are prepared for a multi-stage process with a healing period
This page cannot diagnose your situation — a consultation is the right place to find out what suits you.
Potential benefits
- A full arch of teeth supported by implants rather than resting on the gums
- Strong stability for eating and speaking
- Angled implant placement can make use of existing bone in suitable cases
- Tooth appearance and arrangement are designed with your input
Realistic limitations
- A significant surgical and financial commitment, with a healing period
- Not suitable for every patient — candidacy is determined by the surgical provider
- Results are long-lasting but not "permanent"; maintenance and eventual component replacement are expected
- Implant placement is performed by a dentist or oral surgeon, not by the denturist
The treatment process
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Consultation at Nova
We review your goals, examine your oral condition and explain full-arch options, including how All-on-4 compares with removable implant dentures.
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Coordinated planning
With the dentist or oral surgeon, we plan implant positions and the design of your provisional and final teeth.
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Surgery and provisional teeth
The surgical provider places the implants; where the plan allows, a provisional appliance is provided during healing.
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Definitive denture
After healing, Nova fabricates the final appliance, verifies the fit and bite, and provides ongoing maintenance.
Adaptation, maintenance and follow-up
Full-arch implant solutions need consistent hygiene around the implants and regular professional maintenance. We review cleaning techniques for your specific design and schedule checkups to monitor the appliance, attachments and tissues. Report any looseness or discomfort promptly.
Cost and coverage
All-on-4 treatment includes surgical and prosthetic phases, and total cost depends on the implant plan, materials and whether the appliance is fixed or removable. We explain the denture portion and coordinate with the surgical provider so you understand the full estimate before treatment begins.
Common questions
Is All-on-4 permanent?
The implants are intended as a long-term foundation, but no dental treatment can be called permanent. The appliance and its components need maintenance and eventual replacement over the years.
Will I be without teeth during treatment?
In many plans a provisional appliance is provided so you are not without teeth during healing. The exact sequence depends on your surgical plan.
What is Nova's role in All-on-4 treatment?
Nova designs and fabricates the denture portion — tooth position, appearance, bite and the final appliance — and coordinates with the dentist or oral surgeon who performs the implant surgery.
How do I clean an All-on-4 appliance?
Cleaning depends on whether your appliance is fixed or removable. We demonstrate the right techniques and tools for your design at insertion and review them at checkups.
Book a Complimentary Consultation
Not sure whether all-on-4 denture solutions are right for you? Book a complimentary consultation and we will review your situation and explain suitable options clearly.
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