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At Jackson Family Dentistry, we have the skills and technology to restore your smile, even if you are missing most or all of your teeth. With full-arch restorations, we can enhance your appearance, quality of life, and your dental health.
Strengthen Jaw Bone
Enjoy A Smile For Life
If you suffer from tooth loss or multiple severely damaged teeth, full-arch implants may be right for you. Unlike traditional dentures, which are simply held onto your gums through friction, full-arch implants attach directly to your jaw. Because of this, dentures supported by implants will never shift or move, and will support the health of your jaw bone.
Dental implants are attached directly to your jaw bone and they stimulate the jaw to keep it strong, just like the root of a natural tooth. This prevents bone loss, which is a common problem when wearing traditional dentures.
Dental implants usually last 30+ years, and most patients are able to keep their implants for the rest of their lives.
Unlike traditional dentures, your full-arch restoration will never move or shift, since it's anchored strongly to multiple dental implants. You can eat, speak, and chew without worrying about your teeth moving.
Full-arch implants use a series of 4-6 dental implants that are placed in your upper or lower arch of teeth. These implants are used as anchor points to support a full set of false teeth. Both removable implant-supported dentures and fixed, non-removable implant-supported dentures are available.
The full-arch implant placement process begins with a comprehensive oral exam. Your doctor will examine your jaw, gums and teeth, and take images and x-rays of your face to determine if you’re a good candidate for treatment. In some cases, before your implants can be placed, you may need to have your remaining teeth extracted, or have other procedures like bone grafting or alveoloplasty.
Once you’re ready for your implants, treatment will begin and our team will clean and numb your mouth. Then, he will create an opening in your gum and jaw tissue, place an implant, and suture the area shut. This process will be repeated several times until all of your implants have been successfully placed.
You’ll be sent home with recovery instructions, and you will get a temporary set of dentures to wear while your mouth heals. Over the next several months, you will come in for multiple follow-up appointments. We will examine your mouth and take images and impressions of your teeth, and begin the process of building your permanent set of implant-supported dentures.
Once your mouth has healed and your implant-supported dentures have been built, you’ll come into our office for a final appointment. Doctor will attach your implant-supported restoration and provide you with instructions about how to care for your new smile.
Full-arch implants are a reliable solution for replacing an entire row of missing or damaged teeth. Instead of relying on traditional dentures, this treatment uses just a few implant posts, strategically placed along the jaw, to secure a natural-looking, permanent denture. Many patients find full-arch implants to be more stable, comfortable, and functional than traditional dentures. At Jackson Family Dentistry, Dr. Ben Heffter and Dr. Pako Major personalize every implant plan to fit your unique needs, ensuring a seamless, confident smile from start to finish. Not sure if it’s right for you? Our free virtual consult is a convenient first step to explore your options!
The full-arch implant procedure itself should be comfortable because the treatment area is thoroughly numbed with local anesthesia before we begin. Sedation options may also be available for patients who feel nervous about dental treatment or simply want help feeling more relaxed throughout the appointment.
After the procedure, it’s normal to experience some soreness, swelling, tenderness, or minor bruising as your mouth begins to heal. Most patients find that this discomfort is manageable with the pain-relief recommendations provided by our team and gradually improves over the first several days.
At Jackson Family Dentistry, Dr. Ben Heffter and Dr. Pako Major will explain what to expect before, during, and after your procedure so there are no surprises along the way. We’ll also give you detailed aftercare instructions and be available if you have questions during recovery. If concerns about discomfort or dental anxiety have kept you from considering full-arch implants, we’re happy to talk through your options and help you feel more confident about treatment.
Recovery times vary, but most patients feel comfortable going about their day within a few days after the procedure. Full healing of the implants, where they integrate with your jawbone, takes several months. During this time, you’ll wear a temporary prosthetic to ensure you can eat and smile confidently. By the time you receive your permanent arch, your implants should feel completely natural, offering lifelong benefits. Curious about next steps? You’re welcome to schedule a virtual consult or stop by our Jackson office for more details.
After your procedure, a soft-food diet is recommended during the initial recovery phase; think yogurt, mashed potatoes, and soups. Once healed, full-arch implants function just like natural teeth, allowing you to enjoy a wide variety of foods without the worry of shifting or slipping. Say goodbye to the dietary limitations of dentures; your favorite meals are back on the menu! Dr. Heffter and Dr. Major will guide you through every stage, ensuring you feel confident and informed about your new smile.
Caring for full-arch implants is similar to caring for natural teeth. Daily brushing with a non-abrasive toothpaste, along with flossing or using a water flosser, helps keep your implants and gums healthy. Regular check-ups at Jackson Family Dentistry are also important to monitor your oral health and keep your implants in top condition. Our team is happy to demonstrate the best cleaning techniques during your visits, so you feel prepared to maintain your radiant smile.