What the treatment is
All-on-6 describes a full-arch bridge supported by six implants. The additional implant positions may help distribute biting forces, but six is not automatically better than four. Available bone, jaw shape, bite, opposing teeth and the planned bridge determine whether the design is appropriate. Compare with All-on-4.
Assessment before a recommendation
A reliable plan should be based on clinical examination and three-dimensional imaging rather than photographs alone. The team should review general health, medication, smoking, gum disease, previous implants, bone volume and the patient’s ability to clean a fixed bridge. Where bone is limited, bone grafting or a sinus lift may be discussed.
Treatment and healing
Treatment can involve removing teeth that cannot be maintained, placing implants and fitting a provisional bridge if stability allows. The patient then follows a soft-food and hygiene plan while integration takes place. A definitive bridge is designed after healing and bite review. More than one visit may be required.
Questions UK patients should ask
Ask for the exact implant brand and components, the number and position of implants, bridge material, provisional and final stages, exclusions, complication pathway, written records and maintenance schedule. A good consultation should also explain alternatives, including keeping restorable teeth, removable dentures or a different implant design.
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Send recent dental images and tell us what you would like to improve. The team can explain possible next steps, but a final plan is only confirmed after examination and diagnostic imaging.