What Is All-on-4?
All-on-4 is a full-arch tooth replacement that secures a complete set of fixed teeth on as few as four dental implants. At Smile Arc Dental Group in 4S Ranch, San Diego, it replaces an entire upper or lower arch of missing or failing teeth with a stable, natural-looking smile - often in a streamlined treatment timeline.
If you’re missing most or all of your teeth - or facing the loss of failing ones - All-on-4® dental implants can give you back a full, fixed smile without a drawer-full of denture adhesive. At Smile Arc Dental Group in 4S Ranch, San Diego, we use just four precisely placed implants to anchor a complete arch of teeth that stay put when you eat, laugh, and talk. Because our oral surgeon and restorative dentist work side by side, your entire transformation is planned and delivered by one coordinated team.
All-on-4 replaces a full arch of teeth using four implants as the foundation for a fixed bridge of teeth. The two back implants are placed at an angle, which taps into denser bone and often avoids the need for bone grafting.
The result is a permanent set of teeth that doesn’t come out at night, doesn’t slip, and doesn’t cover the roof of your mouth the way a traditional upper denture does. It’s a popular choice precisely because it’s efficient, stable, and life-changing for people who’ve struggled with loose dentures or extensive tooth loss.
Benefits of All-on-4 Implants
- A fixed, full smile. Your new teeth are secured to implants - no removing, no adhesives, no slipping.
- Fewer implants, often no grafting. The angled-implant design frequently makes treatment possible without separate bone-graft surgery.
- Eat and speak with confidence. Chew the foods you’ve been avoiding and speak clearly again.
- Protects your jaw. Implants stimulate the bone, helping prevent the sunken look that comes with long-term tooth loss.
- Easier care. You brush and clean your fixed teeth much like natural ones.
Is All-on-4 Right for You?
All-on-4 is often ideal if you’re missing all the teeth in an arch, wearing an uncomfortable full denture, or facing extraction of multiple failing teeth. Good candidates are in reasonable general health and have enough bone to support the angled implants - and many people who were told they “didn’t have enough bone” for traditional implants still qualify for All-on-4.
At your consultation we take a 3D scan and give you a straight answer about your options, which may also include single implants or implant-supported dentures.
What to Expect With All-on-4
- Consultation & 3D imaging. We evaluate your bone and bite and design your new smile digitally.
- Implant placement day. Dr. Votto removes any remaining failing teeth and places the four implants; many patients receive a temporary fixed set of teeth the same day.
- Healing. Your implants integrate with the bone over the following months while you wear your temporary teeth.
- Final teeth. Dr. Mora delivers your custom, permanent arch - matched to your face, bite, and smile.
All-on-4 Cost & Financing in San Diego
Full-arch implant treatment is a meaningful investment, and the right number depends on whether one or both arches are treated, any extractions needed, and the materials chosen for your final teeth. Instead of a misleading “starting at” figure, we give you a complete, written estimate after your 3D scan and walk through insurance and financing so the path is clear before you commit. Flexible payment options are available - see Insurance & Payment Options or call to discuss.
Schedule Your All-on-4 Consultation in San Diego
Imagine a full, confident smile that stays put. Call Smile Arc Dental Group at (858) 277-8084 or request an appointment online. Conveniently located in 4S Ranch, serving Rancho Bernardo, Rancho Peñasquitos, Poway, and North County San Diego.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many teeth does All-on-4 replace?
A full arch - an entire upper or lower set of teeth - supported by just four implants. If you need both arches, that’s sometimes called “All-on-8” (four per arch).
Will my All-on-4 teeth feel like real teeth?
A: Yes. Because they’re anchored to implants rather than resting on your gums, they feel stable and let you bite and chew with far more confidence than a removable denture.
Do I have to take All-on-4 teeth out to clean them?
No. Your final teeth are fixed in place. You clean them daily much like natural teeth, with a few special tools we’ll show you for cleaning underneath.
How is All-on-4 different from regular dentures?
A traditional denture rests on your gums and can slip; All-on-4 is locked onto implants, so it stays put, preserves jawbone, and doesn’t cover the roof of your mouth.
Q: Where can I get All-on-4 near Rancho Bernardo or Poway?
At our 4S Ranch office - 17085 Camino San Bernardo, Suite 200, San Diego - a short drive from Rancho Bernardo, Rancho Peñasquitos, and Poway.