All-on-4 Full Arch Implants in Calgary
Replace an entire arch of teeth with All-on-4 implants at Tooth Bar in Calgary. Just 4 implants, fixed teeth often in a single day, life-changing results. Book a consultation.
What Is All-on-4?
All-on-4 is a full-arch implant solution that replaces every tooth on your upper or lower jaw using just 4 strategically placed implants. A fixed bridge of teeth - typically 12 to 14 - is anchored permanently to those 4 implants, restoring full function and a natural-looking smile.
The breakthrough behind All-on-4 is engineering. By angling the rear implants forward at about 30 to 45 degrees, surgeons can use the densest available bone and avoid the sinuses (in the upper jaw) and the inferior alveolar nerve (in the lower jaw). This typically eliminates the need for bone grafting and allows the bridge to be attached to the implants the same day in many cases - a result often called 'teeth in a day.'
At Tooth Bar in Calgary, All-on-4 cases are planned with 3D CBCT imaging and computer-guided surgery. Our in-house dental lab fabricates the immediate (same-day) bridge as well as the final, more refined bridge that's placed a few months later, after full healing.
Who Is All-on-4 For?
All-on-4 is designed for patients who are either currently missing all the teeth on an arch or have a failing dentition where the remaining teeth are not worth saving (often due to advanced gum disease, decay, or repeated failed treatment).
Strong candidates include patients struggling with conventional dentures that slip, click, or affect taste and food choices, patients facing the prospect of full-arch tooth loss who want a fixed (non-removable) solution, patients who want to avoid the bone grafting that traditional full-arch implants would require, and patients who want their final result delivered in a compressed timeline.
Adequate bone in the front of the jaw is essential. The angled rear implants are designed to use the bone that's typically most preserved, even when posterior bone has shrunk. Your 3D CBCT scan tells us with precision whether All-on-4 is right for your case or whether a different approach (such as 6 implants, or grafting first) would deliver a better long-term result.
Benefits of All-on-4 Over Traditional Dentures
Conventional removable dentures are a compromise. They rest on the gums, slip when you chew, can click when you talk, and accelerate the underlying jawbone shrinkage that follows tooth loss - making the dentures fit worse over time. They have to be removed nightly and require adhesive in many cases. Patients commonly report restricting their food choices, avoiding certain social situations, and never quite forgetting they're wearing dentures.
All-on-4 fixes all of that. The teeth are bolted to the implants - they don't move, don't slip, and don't come out at night. You eat what you want, including foods that are difficult or impossible with dentures (steaks, apples, corn on the cob). The implants stimulate your jawbone, preventing the facial collapse that long-term denture wearers experience. There's no adhesive, no soaking cup, no ongoing reline appointments.
Cleaning is similar to brushing natural teeth, with a water flosser used to clean under the bridge. The final result feels like having your own teeth back - a transformation many patients describe as life-changing.
Who Is All-on-4 For?
All-on-4 is designed for patients who are either currently missing all the teeth on an arch or have a failing dentition where the remaining teeth are not worth saving (often due to advanced gum disease, decay, or repeated failed treatment).
Strong candidates include patients struggling with conventional dentures that slip, click, or affect taste and food choices, patients facing the prospect of full-arch tooth loss who want a fixed (non-removable) solution, patients who want to avoid the bone grafting that traditional full-arch implants would require, and patients who want their final result delivered in a compressed timeline.
Adequate bone in the front of the jaw is essential. The angled rear implants are designed to use the bone that's typically most preserved, even when posterior bone has shrunk. Your 3D CBCT scan tells us with precision whether All-on-4 is right for your case or whether a different approach (such as 6 implants, or grafting first) would deliver a better long-term result.
All-on-4 Full Arch Implants FAQs
Is All-on-4 really done in a single day?
The implants and the immediate (temporary) bridge are placed in a single surgery day, yes. You leave with fixed, functional teeth that day. The final, more refined bridge is placed a few months later after full healing - though your day-one teeth look and function very well.
Will I need bone grafting?
One of the design goals of All-on-4 is to use existing bone - the angled rear implants take advantage of the densest available bone and avoid the sinuses. For most patients, no grafting is needed. In some cases with severe bone loss, an alternative approach (such as 5-6 implants, zygomatic implants, or grafting first) may give a better outcome. Your CBCT scan tells us definitively.
How much does All-on-4 cost in Calgary?
All-on-4 is a major dental investment per arch, with cost varying based on whether you need extractions, the materials chosen for the final bridge, and whether you're treating one arch or both. Compared to alternatives - implant-supported dentures, individual implants on each tooth, or repeated denture replacement over a lifetime - All-on-4 is often the most cost-effective long-term option. We provide a clear written estimate at the consultation, and Beautifi financing is available. You don’t have to wait for a smile that you love, and the confidence that you deserve.
How do I clean All-on-4 teeth?
You brush them like natural teeth and use a water flosser to clean under the bridge where it meets the gums. We provide detailed at-home instructions and recommend a professional cleaning every 4-6 months to protect your investment.
How long do All-on-4 implants last?
The implants themselves commonly last a lifetime with good care. The final bridge typically lasts 15 to 25 years before needing refresh or replacement, similar to other long-term dental restorations. This longevity is one of the biggest reasons All-on-4 is more cost-effective than repeated denture replacements over a lifetime.
Get a Brand-New Smile
All-on-4 is one of the most life-changing procedures in modern dentistry. If you're tired of dentures or facing full-arch tooth loss, book a consultation at Tooth Bar in Calgary - we'll show you the 3D scan, walk you through what's possible, and give you a clear plan and a clear price.
Call 1-403-246-1002 or book a FREE All-on-4 consultation online.