Difference Between All-On-4 and Implant Bridges

Board Certified Prosthodontist and Board-Certified implant Dentist, Dr. David McFadden, discusses the differences between the ever-popular “All-On-4” treatment and Implant Bridges.

He also discusses dental photography with “lips retracted”; revealing everything, not JUST the front teeth and lips, like we see in ads, or on dental website photo galleries. He challenges that with dental reconstruction “Before & After” cases, when they’re photographed to show you how beautiful a dentist’s work is, that it’s misleading to only show that part without showing the full scope of what’s “under the hood” so to speak, with the dental restorations they design and deliver in patients’ mouths; particularly with full mouth reconstructions. He argues that: If you cannot see the foundation or gum line areas of these full arch or full mouth restorations for a full close-up view, how can you truly judge the abilities of a dentist’s best work? (The work he/she’’s willing to put out there for all to see?)

He proposes that in order to be able to see a dentist’s reconstructive and cosmetic results, they should be willing to retract the lips in their photos and not ONLY show the front teeth and the smile, but the foundation, as well as.

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[mohammadjawadafzal]

Very informative, practical video. This explained everything we needed to know before making such decision. Thank you Dr. David.

[staciestrange]

I just started my treatment and I can say he is great!! Top notch professional and great office personnel. He called the evening after my first procedure to check on me. No other dentist has done that. I can’t wait for my final product, I know it will be life changing. ♥️

[TheDataMaestro]

I first watched this video 2 years ago. I was ready to go with all on 4 because of all the positive videos. You stopped me from making that bad decision. btw, I still haven't made a decision.

[auntiebarnes]

I think you might be saving my life with this information. Thank you!

[FearlessVictoria]

WOW! I stumbled upon this video AFTER I completed my treatment plan, but the lips retracted pics DO speak for themselves! I had no idea that is what's going on behind the lips. 😬😲
I just received my 4-unit, implant bridge--a true implant bridge--and I love, love, love it! (not from this specialist, but Dr. Ramsey Edwards in Sierra Vista, AZ).
Dr. McFadden is correct! Please do your research and don't just go for the cheapest choice. Go for the BEST, LONG TERM CHOICE! And, I'm confident that if I'd been in Dallas, TX, Dr. McFadden would've been my choice!

p.s. I don't have dental insurance so I paid cash as we progressed, but it is $$$ well spent! 😁❤️

[mattbakers]

Interesting video. I am trying to decide between bridge implants which are 3 bridges each on 2 implants or do the all in 6 procedure. My understanding is that if one or two implants fail with the all in 6 you should be okay. If one implant fails with a bridge then you would need to replace that section but at least it is only one section. Also, bridges do not need to be removed ever year to be cleaned and I have a lower price quote to do the bridges by 6K. Looking for any advice as it is a hard decision and I plan on doing next week.

[speziam]

This is the Real Truth !!! Thanks a lot for this video. a pity that I do not live in Dallas.

[beatrixjones]

I am so grateful to have found this video! Excellent talk and it really helped me make a informed decision.

[ahmedaddis]

Thank you for the clarification. The implant bridge looks like a real teeth. I wish you had a branch in the east coast.

[sandracano]

@dentalimplantcenter, can you make a video where you can walk us through the actual bridge placement procedure?

[TweetyU]

🦷I am impressed with your expertise.
I’ve been researching what is best.
I have a Tori and need full mouth restoration with implants.
I’m convinced all on 4 is not
the best.
The other option i found is 3 on 6. Which uses the natural gums.
I am so grateful for how you have explained this in depth.
🌷thank you

[joserios]

Yes I would also like to know the cost before I make an appointment with Golpa G4 implants in Dallas!

[bobcarney-yjic]

I spent 12 grand for 5 implants in my top gum I didnt need any bone graft.my gums were healthy and I had plenty of good bone. My crooked fractured teeth were removed and I got a plastic bridge with 12 fantastic teeth a little longer than my original teeth. This is a tempory bridge and I've recieved 2 more temporary bridges each feeling a little more comfortable than the previous. I've paid 2 thirds off the 12 grand. Once the balance is paid I get a smoother bridge made from titanium and 12 porcelain teeth attached to it. Believe me it's not what they look like it's how they feel especially eating. I've never enjoyed eating I feel I've just got a denture in my mouth very thin yes but a denture held in place by 5 implants. Hope fully the final bridge on 5 will be a game changer.

[AbXy-rgth]

If there is lack of bone and you wanted 3 on 6 or fixed bridge, i assume they're essentially the same, then can a bone graft be carried out to solve this problem?

[michaelbarbarino]

Am so happy i want with the inplant bridge its a long process its been about 8 mouths and finally getting my teeth in a few weeks its costing me everything i have and more but i dont care this guy couldn't have explained it ant better thanks Doc

[chibrytaken]

Question: How do implant bridges differ from the 3-on-6 process? There seems to be a closer tie between the two than implant bridges and All-on-4.

[nothingmarc]

In the example of the implant bridge I see that there is no fake gum, but what are the other differences that make them a bridge and not a denture on stilts as it were? Is it not one long continuous piece like the all on four? Also, how does the gum know to grow around the prosthesis in that way? Is there any risk of the gum receding exposing the implants? Do you know how much the cost varies by market? I am in VA but being forced to move unfortunately to a very expensive area of CA that I can't afford—I am disabled and dependent and live with my parents and very scared of all the high costs of everything, but thinking this will impact my mouth restoration as well.

[jameyhagan]

David, wish I would have seen this video before my All on 4 procedure! Keep bringing more you tube videos to educate people like me and others before they make a very pricey wrong decision.

[JasonSinger-qd]

what would be the cost of the implant bridges?

[James-bjni]

Hey again Dr. McFadden! I might have complications with tooth 31(root canal treated) and I was wondering if instead of doing a retreatment and new crown, if you would ever suggest doing an implant for 31? I think most of your restorations only include 24 teeth instead of 28, and I wanted to know your opinion on keeping 28, with implants