In the case of total tooth loss due to external trauma or old age, implanting teeth as usual requires the jawbone to be very strong and at the same time must have high overall health to be able to perform. Implant All On 6 is a more optimal solution often prescribed for the condition of total tooth loss in the upper jaw, helping to save time and cost while still ensuring high efficiency.
1. What is Implant All On 6?
All on 6 Implant is a method for cases of complete tooth loss. At this time, the Implant pillars will be implanted into the jawbone at certain positions, then the porcelain bridge will be fixed on the Implant pillars, helping to restore the lost teeth.
All On 6 Implant is an invention of Nobel Biocare (USA) and was first announced in 1977. All on 6 Implant is the perfect choice for cases of complete tooth loss in the upper or lower jaw.
With this technique, the doctor will use 6 Implant pillars inserted into the jawbone vertically. In which, 4 middle pillars are placed in the front teeth position and 2 pillars on the 2 sides are placed in the back teeth position (molars). Then, a series of 14 porcelain bridges will be attached on top to help restore chewing ability and effective aesthetics.
2. In which cases is All On 6 Implant applied?
Doctors may prescribe All On 6 Implant placement in the following cases:
– People who have lost all teeth in the upper jaw, lower jaw or both jaws due to external impact, congenital factors or old age
– People who have lost all teeth but the jaw bone does not meet the standards or is not healthy enough to implant many Implant pillars
– People with severe periodontitis causing loose teeth that cannot be retained
3. In which cases should you not perform All on 6 Implant?
Although it is the safest and most economical method of full-mouth dental restoration today, All On 6 Implant is not applicable to all cases. Specifically, this technique is often contraindicated in the following cases:
– Children under 18 years old
– Pregnant women
– People with chronic diseases that affect the surgical process and treatment time such as: cardiovascular disease, diabetes, high blood pressure,…
– People addicted to stimulants such as alcohol, tobacco,…
4. Advantages of the All On 6 Implant method
The All On 6 Implant method offers the following outstanding benefits:
4.1. Cost savings
Compared to the traditional Implant method, where 1 lost tooth is replaced with 1 Implant pillar, the All On 6 Implant solution helps optimize time and save costs. Because at this time, only 6 Implant pillars are needed to restore the entire lost tooth set while still ensuring the usual effectiveness.
4.2. Completely restore chewing ability
The Implant pillar is firmly integrated into the jawbone to replace the real tooth root, helping to completely restore the ability to chew as usual. In addition, thanks to the porcelain crown having a strength 5 times that of real teeth, customers can comfortably eat and drink their favorite foods without worrying about their teeth breaking or cracking.
4.3. Natural aesthetics like real teeth
Thanks to the porcelain crown being crafted with the same shape, size and color as real teeth, this method can bring natural aesthetics, helping patients to be more confident in work and life when regaining a dynamic, youthful appearance.
4.4. Fast treatment time
The number of surgeries to perform All On 6 Implant is quite small, and the recovery after implantation is also faster, so it will save a lot of time. In addition, the teeth will be temporarily restored immediately to improve aesthetics and chewing function without having to wait 3-6 months.
4.5. Effective prevention of jaw bone loss
If the jaw bone is not directly stimulated by chewing force for a long time, it can lead to jaw bone loss and gum recession. This is a fairly common condition in cases of tooth loss that are not treated with any measures or only have porcelain bridges.
The biggest advantage of dental implants is that the lost real tooth root will be replaced with an implant. This helps maintain stable chewing force, thereby allowing the jaw bone to exist normally and stably.
4.6. Safe, benign
Both the Titanium material used to create the Implant pillar and the ceramic material used to create the porcelain crown have been tested to be safe, benign and do not cause any dangerous irritation. Therefore, All On 6 Implant can be completely applied to cases of sensitive constitution without worrying about affecting oral health.
4.7. Long-lasting life
Thanks to the use of materials that are highly compatible with the body, Implant teeth can last in the oral cavity for up to 25 years or even a lifetime if properly cared for.
5. All On 6 Implant Procedure
The international standard All On 6 Implant procedure includes the following basic steps:
5.1. General examination
First, the customer will have a general examination of their oral health to detect any problems that can be seen with the naked eye. Next, the doctor will take an X-ray to know the exact condition of the jawbone as well as oral health in the most specific way.
From the information obtained, the doctor can provide an accurate treatment plan as well as advise on the type of implant and the cost of each type.
5.2. Anesthesia
After cleaning and sanitizing the oral cavity through steps such as scaling, rinsing, etc., the doctor will perform anesthesia at the implant area to limit pain for the customer.
5.3. Implantation
In this step, the doctor will attach 6 implant pillars
to the upper or lower jaw with the support of modern machinery. This process must ensure accuracy, speed and minimize invasion to other soft tissues in the oral cavity.
5.4. Take jaw impression and attach temporary teeth
Temporary teeth will be made for the patient to use while waiting for the implant to integrate with the jawbone. This helps ensure aesthetics as well as chewing ability for a period of 3-6 months until the porcelain teeth are attached.
5.5. Attaching porcelain crowns
The doctor will schedule an appointment for the patient to return to the clinic and try on the porcelain crowns. If the customer feels comfortable and does not feel any discomfort or pain, the doctor will fix the porcelain bridge onto the 6 implant pillars.
6. Types of Implant pillars commonly used today
Some popular types of Implant pillars today include:
6.1. Osstem Implant Pillar (Korea)
Osstem is a type of implant originating from South Korea, which is famous for its beauty products. Although this is a young brand, with the goal of meeting the needs of customers in the mid-range segment, Osstem implants still have significant advantages. In terms of design, the implant can be drilled and implanted directly into the jawbone without using a drill, thereby ensuring safe bone connection. In addition, Osstem implants are preserved in Calcium solution to increase hydrophilicity, so when implanted into the jawbone, blood is quickly drawn to the implant surface and promotes bone integration.
Currently, the price of Osstem Implant is about 12 million VND/1 implant and Abutment costs 7 million VND.
6.2. Nobel Biocare Implant (USA)
Nobel Biocare Implant from the United States is widely used in 70 countries with many prestigious awards. Nobel Biocare Implant is covered by a TiUnite biofilm that helps the Implant quickly integrate into the jawbone, thereby shortening the treatment time while still ensuring the Implant is strong and stable.
Nobel Biocare Implant costs about 24,000,000 VND/1 implant and Abutment costs more than 8 million VND.
6.3. Straumann Implant (Switzerland)
Switzerland is considered the cradle of dentistry with many modern contributions, bringing high treatment efficiency. Straumann Implant line from this country is considered the best implant line in the world. This high-end product line with leading techniques and technology seems to have no defects.
Straumann Implant is suitable for all tooth loss conditions, including patients with weak jaw bones, the elderly, people with osteoporosis or people with low resistance. The success rate of Straumann implant is up to 97%, and this is the highest rate among all types of Implants on the market today. Bone cells and chemical molecules will immediately work, tightening the connection with tissues and blood as soon as the implant is implanted into the jaw bone. Thanks to that, the pain will be relieved very quickly, just a few days after surgery, the patient can eat and chew normally.
The cost for 1 Straumann Implant at dental clinics is currently around 26 million VND/1 implant and the abutment costs 9.5 million VND.
So, All On 6 Implant is the optimal and most economical dental restoration solution for cases of complete tooth loss in the upper or lower jaw but weak jaw bone. Because this is a relatively difficult and complicated technique, customers need to choose to perform it at a reputable dental address, with a team of highly skilled and experienced doctors. BIK International Dental is proud to be a dental address trusted by domestic and foreign customers to accompany them on their journey to find a new smile.
