All-on-X dental implants in Miami

• A fixed full arch (All-on-4, All-on-6). A bridge screwed onto the implants. You don't take it out; only the dentist does, at maintenance visits. It's the closest thing to having your own teeth again. See All-on-4 dental implants.
• A snap-in denture on implants. A denture that clicks onto two or more implants, so it stays put when you eat and talk but comes out for cleaning. See implant-supported dentures.
• A traditional denture. It rests on the gums, with no implants. It's the simplest option, and still the right one for some people. See dentures.

• Stability. A fixed arch doesn't move. A snap-in denture is held firmly but can be removed. A traditional denture relies on fit and suction, and can shift.
• The roof of your mouth. A fixed upper arch leaves the palate uncovered, so food tastes the way it should. A traditional upper denture covers it.
• Bone. Implants carry chewing forces into the jawbone, which helps preserve it. Without implants, the bone under a denture slowly shrinks, which is why dentures need relining over time.
• Daily care. A fixed arch is brushed in place and cleaned underneath with a water flosser. Snap-in and traditional dentures come out to be cleaned.
• Time. Dentures usually take fewer visits. Implant treatment takes months from start to finish, although in suitable cases fixed provisional teeth go in within 24 hours of surgery.

Full-arch treatment is usually considered when most or all of the teeth in an arch are missing, failing, or loose from gum disease, or when a denture no longer works for you. Your general health, diabetes control, smoking or vaping, and certain bone medications are part of the picture — they may change the plan or the timing rather than rule treatment out.

Many people who were told they don't have enough bone for implants still have options once the 3D scan shows exactly where the bone is.

Planning

Dr. Rodriguez plans every implant on your scan before surgery day, and places them with a printed surgical guide or freehand, depending on your anatomy.

Surgery day

Any remaining teeth are removed and the implants placed, usually in a single visit, with local anesthesia alone, oral sedation or IV sedation — your choice with Dr. Rodriguez.

Teeth while you heal

In suitable cases, fixed provisional teeth are attached within 24 hours of surgery. If the implants need time first, you'll wear a temporary in the meantime.

Your final teeth

Once the implants have bonded with the bone, your final arch is made. Fixed bridges are designed with our in-house ceramist and fitted to your face and your bite.

The cost depends on one arch or two, the number of implants, any extractions or grafting, sedation and the type of final teeth. What affects the cost of full-arch implants explains each factor. We're currently out of network with dental insurance and submit claims as a courtesy. Financing is available: