Dental Implants
Full-Arch Dental Implants in Charleston, SC
A full upper or lower set of teeth, anchored to implants.
Full-arch implants replace an entire row of missing, damaged or worn teeth with a set of teeth supported by dental implants. Dr. Paolo Incampo, a prosthodontist, plans the arch, places the implants and designs the teeth they carry.
Replace missing teeth. Rebuild your smile.
Replacing a whole arch of teeth
An arch is the full row of teeth along your upper or lower jaw. Full-arch implants replace that entire row with a set of teeth supported by a small number of implants, so it stays in place without denture adhesive. This approach is designed for patients who have lost most of their teeth, whose remaining teeth are badly damaged or worn, or whose dentures slip. Planning starts with 3D CBCT scanning, which shows the bone in detail so the new teeth can be designed before treatment begins. Because a prosthodontist plans the implants and the teeth they support, one doctor coordinates the arch from the first scan to the final set.
Who full-arch implants are for
Full-arch treatment is considered when many or all of the teeth in an arch are missing, damaged or worn. It is also an option for denture wearers whose dentures slip and who would like a more stable set of teeth. The main requirements are healthy gums and enough jawbone to hold the implants, and your health history is reviewed before a plan is recommended. If bone has been lost, a bone graft or sinus lift can often rebuild it first.
Ways to anchor a full arch
There is more than one way to restore a full arch on implants, and what your scan shows, together with what you want from your new teeth, guides the choice.
- Fixed bridge on implantsA fixed set of teeth anchored to four or six implants, so it stays in place without denture adhesive. Learn how All-on-4 and All-on-6 implants differ.
- Implant-supported denturesA removable denture that snaps securely onto implants, so it stays in place while you eat and speak, with no slipping, no clicking and no adhesives. See implant-supported dentures.
- Hybrid restorationImplants can also stabilize a hybrid restoration, a fixed full-arch prosthesis that replaces both the teeth and some of the gum tissue.
Why a prosthodontist plans the arch
- Specialist trainingYears of advanced training focused on restoring and replacing teeth.
- The whole biteEach tooth, implant and bite is planned to fit together before treatment begins.
- One doctorDr. Incampo plans the implants, places them and designs the teeth they support.
- Implant surgical trainingAdvanced training at the Misch International Implant Institute.
Planning with 3D imaging and digital scans
A 3D CBCT scan gives a three-dimensional view of your jawbone, so the implants can be positioned precisely before treatment begins. An intraoral scanner records digital impressions of your teeth without messy molds, and digital X-rays add detail. Together, these images let Dr. Incampo see the bone and design your new teeth, then review the options, timing and cost with you. Read more about the technology behind each plan.
What your full-arch consultation includes
- A conversation about your goals for your new teeth
- An evaluation of your teeth, gums, bite and bone
- A 3D CBCT scan and digital scans of your teeth
- Your full-arch options, explained side by side
- A written estimate before treatment begins
Full-arch implants and full mouth reconstruction
Full-arch implants are often one part of a larger plan. A full mouth reconstruction treats the teeth, gums, bite and jaw together, and implants are often included to replace missing teeth and stabilize bridges, dentures or hybrid restorations. Because orthodontists Dr. Michael Grosso and Dr. Lindsay Grosso work in the same office, a plan can consider both the restoration of your teeth and their alignment, and treatment can be phased to fit your priorities and budget.
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The short answer
Full-arch implants replace an entire upper or lower row of teeth with a set of teeth supported by a small number of dental implants, so the arch stays in place without denture adhesive. Options include a fixed bridge on four or six implants, known as All-on-4 or All-on-6, a removable denture that snaps onto implants, and implant-stabilized hybrid restorations. Planning starts with a 3D CBCT scan of the jawbone, so the implants can be positioned precisely and the new teeth designed for the bite before treatment begins.
Full-arch implants FAQ
- What does “full arch” mean?
- A full arch is the complete row of teeth along your upper or lower jaw. Full-arch implants replace that whole row at once with a set of teeth supported by dental implants. The new teeth are designed for your bite and stay in place without denture adhesive.
- Who is a candidate for full-arch implants?
- Full-arch implants may suit you if most or all of the teeth in an arch are missing, damaged or worn, or if your dentures slip. The main requirements are healthy gums and enough jawbone to hold the implants. If bone has been lost, a bone graft or sinus lift can often rebuild it first. Because uncontrolled diabetes or heavy smoking can slow healing, your health history is reviewed alongside the 3D scan.
- What are my options for replacing a full arch?
- The main options are a fixed bridge on four or six implants, known as All-on-4 or All-on-6, and a removable denture that snaps onto implants. A fixed arch stays in place, while an implant-supported denture can be taken out. Implants can also stabilize a hybrid restoration. Which one fits depends on what your scan shows and what you want from your new teeth.
- Why see a prosthodontist for full-arch treatment?
- A prosthodontist is a dental specialist with years of advanced training focused on restoring and replacing teeth, including complex cases with many missing teeth. Prosthodontists plan how each tooth, implant and bite fits together before treatment begins. Dr. Incampo plans the implants, places them and designs the teeth they support. No referral is required.
- How is full-arch treatment planned?
- Planning starts with a 3D CBCT scan, which shows the jawbone in three dimensions so the implants can be positioned precisely. Digital scans of your teeth and bite add the detail needed to design the new arch. You then see your options, the steps involved and a written estimate before treatment begins.
- How do I schedule a full-arch consultation?
- You can book online or call the office to schedule a full-arch consultation. No referral is required. Dr. Incampo evaluates your teeth, gums, bite and bone and explains the options that fit your case.
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