When most or all of the teeth in an arch are missing, eating, speaking and smiling all get harder, and over time the jawbone begins to shrink. Full mouth dental implants in Baton Rouge, LA replace a whole arch of teeth with a fixed set anchored to your jaw. You can eat what you like, talk comfortably and smile without worrying that your teeth will slip. Here’s how the treatment works and what it can do for your smile.
How Are Full Mouth Dental Implants Placed?
Full mouth implants, also called full arch implants, use four or more titanium posts placed in the jawbone to support a complete set of replacement teeth. Our All-on-4 dental implants are one popular version of this approach. Treatment usually follows these steps:
- Consultation and 3D imaging: We scan your jaw to check bone volume and plan exactly where each implant will go.
- Implant placement: The posts are placed at precise angles, often in a single visit. In many cases you can leave with temporary teeth the same day.
- Healing: Over the next few months, the implants fuse with your jawbone through a process called osseointegration.
- Final teeth: Your permanent arch is custom-made and attached to the implants with connectors called abutments.
How Do Full Mouth Dental Implants Benefit Your Smile?
They protect your jawbone
Implant posts work like natural tooth roots. Each time you chew, they stimulate the jawbone, which helps prevent the bone loss that follows missing teeth and that traditional dentures can’t stop.
You can eat normally again
Because the teeth are anchored to your jaw, you can bite and chew with much more force than with a removable denture. Steak, apples and corn on the cob are back on the menu.
They look and feel natural
Each arch is custom-designed to fit your face, bite and preferred shade, so your new smile looks like your own teeth rather than a denture.
They’re built to last
With good home care and regular checkups, full mouth implants can last for decades, and many patients keep the implants for life.
Full Mouth Implants vs. Traditional Dentures
Dentures sit on the gums and can slip, rub or need adhesive. They also don’t stop bone loss, so their fit worsens over time and they need regular relining. Full mouth implants stay fixed in place, help keep your jawbone healthy, and don’t come out at night. If you already wear dentures, ask us whether you can switch to implants.
Am I a Candidate for Full Mouth Dental Implants?
You may be a good fit if you:
- Are missing most or all of your upper or lower teeth
- Have teeth that are failing from decay, gum disease or damage
- Are tired of loose or uncomfortable dentures
- Are in good general health and able to have minor oral surgery
If you’ve been told you don’t have enough bone for implants, angled implant placement or bone grafting may still make treatment possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the full mouth implant process take?
Most patients receive temporary teeth soon after placement. Final teeth follow after healing, usually within a few months.
Do full mouth dental implants hurt?
The procedure is done under anesthesia, with sedation available. Most patients report less discomfort afterward than they expected, and it’s usually managed with over-the-counter pain medication.
How much do full mouth dental implants cost in Baton Rouge?
Cost depends on the number of implants, the material of your new teeth, and whether you need extractions or grafting. We’ll give you a clear treatment estimate at your consultation and can go over financing options.
Schedule a Full Mouth Dental Implant Consultation in Baton Rouge
Not sure whether full mouth dental implants are right for you? Visit our Baton Rouge, LA office for a consultation with Dr. André Bruni, Dr. Jessica Bruni, or Dr. Blake Mann. We’ll examine your smile, take 3D images and walk you through your options. Book your appointment today. Your new smile could be just a few appointments away.
