Your Guide to All-on-4 Dental Implants in East Finchley

Choose All-on-4 when you have complete tooth loss in the upper or lower jaw. It works well if you wear dentures that feel unstable or interfere with taste and speech. It is also an option if several teeth are failing due to decay or gum disease and you want a fixed solution that restores full chewing. Many patients from East Finchley choose All-on-4 to avoid the bone grafting often needed for many individual implants. With a success rate above 95 percent over ten years, it is a solid long term choice for your oral health.

The process starts with a 60 minute consultation, including a 3D CBCT scan to assess your jawbone density and plan the exact placement of the four implants. The main surgical appointment, which takes 3 to 4 hours per arch, is performed under local anaesthetic. During this visit, any remaining teeth are removed, the four titanium implants are placed, and a temporary fixed bridge is attached. You will leave the practice on the same day with a full set of non removable teeth. Then, after a healing period of 3 to 6 months for the implants to fuse with your bone, you will return for a few shorter appointments to have your final permanent bridge crafted and fitted.

For the first three to five days you may have swelling and discomfort, which can be managed with over the counter pain relief. A soft food diet is advised for the first two weeks, with a gradual return to firmer foods. Keep the area clean with a soft brush and saltwater rinses. A typical case involves a patient from East Finchley who had the procedure on a Tuesday and returned to office work by Friday with careful diet choices. For long term success, maintain excellent oral hygiene, use special floss and attend hygiene appointments every six months. Red flags requiring immediate contact include fever, increasing pain after day four, or movement of the temporary bridge. If you have an emergency outside office hours, call 111 or visit A&E.

While All-on-4 is a strong option, other choices exist. Conventional removable dentures are affordable at first but do not prevent bone loss and can be unstable. Implant retained dentures use two or more implants to clip a denture in place, offering more stability while remaining removable. For patients with enough bone, a full arch of individual implants is possible but more complex and costly. Your consultation will cover the pros and cons of each option for your situation.

The cost for All-on-4 treatment typically starts from £14,000 per arch. This includes the 3D scan, surgical placement of four implants, the temporary fixed bridge fitted on the day of surgery, and the final permanent bridge. A recent case for a patient from Muswell Hill required some preparatory work and came to £15,500. There are no hidden fees in our quotes. As a private practice, NHS treatment is not offered for this procedure. We do accept private dental insurance plans from providers like Max Bupa, Denplan, and Cigna. We can provide the right documentation to help you file a claim, but coverage depends on your policy.

To make an informed choice for your care, ask about the dentist's specific experience with All-on-4, including how many cases they have completed. Inquire about the brand of implants and the material of the final bridge such as acrylic, composite, or porcelain. Check if the quoted price is all inclusive or if there are separate fees for consultations, scans, or follow ups. Finally, ask about the long term maintenance plan and what happens if an implant fails in the future.