Full arch dental implants are designed to replace all of the teeth in the upper jaw, lower jaw or both jaws.

Instead of replacing every missing tooth with an individual implant, several carefully positioned dental implants support one complete fixed bridge.

The result is a full set of teeth that are supported securely by dental implants.

Your bridge is fixed securely to your dental implants.

Unlike a conventional removable denture, you do not take your teeth out at night.

The bridge can be removed by your dental team when necessary for professional maintenance or treatment.

For many suitable patients, yes.

Our treatment is digitally planned before surgery so that we can aim to place your implants and provide a fixed temporary bridge on the same day.

Whether immediate fixed teeth are appropriate will depend on factors including your bone, implant stability and overall clinical situation.

The difference is the material used to make your final fixed bridge.

PMMA is lightweight and provides an excellent combination of aesthetics and function. It is also easier to adjust or repair if required.

Zirconia is our premium option. It offers increased strength, excellent stain resistance and allows us to achieve a highly refined, natural-looking aesthetic result.

There is no single solution that is right for every patient.

Your dentist will assess your bite, bone, smile, lifestyle and aesthetic expectations before explaining the advantages of each option.

If achieving the highest possible level of aesthetics and finish is your priority, we may recommend our Premium Zirconia option.

The number of implants depends on your individual anatomy and treatment requirements.

Your implant dentist will determine the safest and most appropriate number and position of implants following your examination and 3D CBCT scan.

Our aim is for suitable patients to leave their implant surgery with fixed temporary teeth.

These allow you to smile and function while the dental implants heal before your final bridge is made.

Your implants need time to heal and integrate with the surrounding bone before your definitive bridge is fitted.

Once your dentist is happy that healing is complete, we begin the process of designing and fitting your final PMMA or zirconia bridge.

In many cases, a PMMA bridge can later be replaced with a zirconia bridge using the existing dental implants, provided everything remains healthy and suitable.

If you think you may want to upgrade in the future, discuss this with us when planning your treatment.

Your comfort is extremely important to us.

Full arch implant procedures are carried out using local anaesthetic, and sedation is also available for suitable patients who would prefer additional support during treatment.

Full arch implants require ongoing care just like natural teeth.

We will show you exactly how to clean around your bridge and implants, and regular professional hygiene and implant maintenance appointments are essential to maintaining the health of your implants and gums.