All-on-4 Dental Implants in NW Calgary

All Smiles Dental Care offers All-on-4 dental implants, also called Teeth in a Day, in NW Calgary. A full arch of teeth is supported by four to six implants, and you can leave your surgery appointment with a temporary set of teeth attached.

Teeth in a Day at All Smiles Dental Care

If you are missing most of your teeth, or your remaining teeth are failing, Teeth in a Day offers an alternative to going without teeth or relying on removable dentures. Our general dentists see patients from Country Hills, Hamptons, Hidden Valley, Panorama Hills, Coventry Hills, Evanston, Sandstone, Kincora, Nolan Hill, Sherwood and across NW Calgary. To learn more about our clinic, visit our page for a NW Calgary dentist.

Your first visit includes an exam and a 3D scan so your dentist can plan the treatment around your bone and your goals.

What Are All-on-4 Dental Implants?

All-on-4 is a way of replacing a whole arch of teeth, upper or lower, with a small number of dental implants. Instead of one implant for each missing tooth, four to six implants are placed in the jawbone and a custom bridge of teeth is attached to them. The implants are placed at an angle where needed to make the most of the bone you have.

The main benefits are:

  • You can leave the surgery appointment with a temporary set of teeth in place
  • Fewer implants than replacing every tooth one by one
  • A fixed set of teeth that does not come out for cleaning at night like a denture
  • Support for chewing, speaking and your smile

How Teeth in a Day Works

The treatment is done in stages. This table shows what happens at each one. Read our guide to the same-day dental implant procedure for more detail.

StepWhat happensTypical timing
1. ConsultationExam and 3D imaging to check your bone, plus a digital smile design preview of your new teethFirst visit
2. Surgery dayFour to six implants are placed and a temporary set of teeth is attachedOne appointment
3. HealingThe implants bond with the jawbone while you wear the temporary teethAbout 3 to 6 months
4. Final teethYour final set of teeth is made and fittedAfter healing

All-on-4 vs Dentures vs Single Implants

This table compares the three most common ways to replace many teeth.

All-on-4 / Teeth in a DayRemovable denturesOne implant per tooth
Number of implantsFour to six per archNone, unless implant-supportedOne for each missing tooth
RemovableNoYesNo
Temporary teeth on surgery dayYesNot applicableDepends on the plan
Treatment timeSeveral months including healingSeveral weeksSeveral months or longer
Helps protect the jawboneYes, through the implantsNoYes

See our pages on dentures and our guide on dental implants vs dentures to compare in more detail.

Who Is Teeth in a Day For?

Teeth in a Day may suit you if you:

  • Are missing most or all of the teeth in an arch
  • Have teeth that are failing because of decay or gum disease
  • Wear dentures that do not feel secure or comfortable

You need enough healthy jawbone to hold the implants, which is why the 3D scan comes first. If you do not qualify, your dentist will talk about other options. Read are dental implants right for you to see what we look at.

Caring for Your New Teeth

After surgery you will follow a soft diet while the implants heal. Once your final teeth are in place, most people can eat a wide range of foods. Brush twice a day, clean around the implants and under the bridge every day and keep your regular exams and cleanings. Our guide on how to care for dental implants has practical tips.

Why Choose All Smiles Dental Care for Teeth in a Day

  • Treatment planned with 3D imaging and a digital smile design preview
  • General dentists caring for children and adults at one family-friendly clinic
  • Digital X-rays and intraoral cameras
  • Direct insurance billing
  • 0% financing available
  • Monday evening hours, early Thursday and Friday starts and Saturday appointments
  • A convenient NW Calgary location in the Country Hills area

Cost of Teeth in a Day

The cost depends on how many implants you need, whether any teeth must be removed and the type of final teeth, so we cannot give a price before your dentist examines you and reviews your scan. After your exam you receive a treatment plan, and our team goes over it with you. We bill insurance directly and offer 0% financing. New to our clinic? Read our new patient information, or call 403-777-3567 to ask about your coverage and payment options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are All-on-4 dental implants?

All-on-4 is a way of replacing a full arch of teeth with four to six implants placed in the jawbone. A custom set of teeth is attached to the implants, so you do not need one implant for every missing tooth. At All Smiles Dental Care in NW Calgary this is offered as Teeth in a Day. A 3D scan decides whether it suits you.

What does Teeth in a Day mean?

Teeth in a Day means you leave your surgery appointment with a temporary set of teeth attached to your new implants, instead of going without teeth while you heal. The implants then heal in the jawbone for about three to six months. After that, your final set of teeth is made and fitted. Your dentist explains the timeline for your case.

How long does All-on-4 take?

The implants and temporary teeth are placed at one appointment. The implants then need about three to six months to heal and bond with the bone. After healing, the final teeth are made and attached. Total time depends on your mouth and whether any teeth need to be removed first. Your dentist will give you a plan after your exam and scan.

Am I a candidate for All-on-4?

You may be a candidate if you are missing teeth, have teeth that are failing from decay or gum disease, or wear dentures that do not feel secure. You also need enough healthy jawbone. A consultation with 3D imaging shows how much bone you have, and your dentist will explain your options.

What can I eat after Teeth in a Day?

Expect to follow a soft diet at first while the implants heal. Once your final teeth are in place, most people can eat a wide range of foods. Your dentist will tell you what to avoid and when you can go back to harder foods. Call 403-777-3567 if you have questions during healing.

How much does Teeth in a Day cost in Calgary?

The cost depends on how many implants you need, whether teeth must be removed and the type of final teeth, so a price can only be given after an exam and 3D scan. We bill insurance directly and offer 0% financing, and our team can explain your coverage and payment options at 403-777-3567.

Book Your Teeth in a Day Consultation

Ready to find out if All-on-4 is right for you? Call All Smiles Dental Care or book online and we will help you plan your next step.

  • Monday:9 AM to 8 PM
  • Tuesday:8 AM to 4 PM
  • Wednesday:8 AM to 5 PM
  • Thursday:7 AM to 4 PM
  • Friday:7 AM to 4 PM
  • Saturday:9 AM to 4 PM
  • Sunday:Closed

All Smiles Dental Care, 5149 Country Hills Blvd NW, #206, Calgary, AB T3A 5K8, 403-777-3567

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