All-on-4 Dental Implants in Huntington Beach —
Teeth in a Day, Permanent Results
All-on-4 uses 4 precisely angled implants to support a complete fixed arch of teeth — often placed the same day as surgery, with a beautiful temporary smile you'll wear home.
Schedule Free All-on-4 ConsultationThe All-on-4 Concept: Maximum Teeth on Minimum Implants
All-on-4 dental implants revolutionized full-arch rehabilitation by demonstrating that a complete, fixed arch of teeth can be reliably supported by just 4 implants — dramatically reducing treatment complexity, cost, and the need for bone grafting compared to placing 8–12 individual implants across a full arch.
The key innovation is the angulation of the two posterior implants. By tilting these implants at 30–45 degrees, the surgical team can anchor them in the denser bone that persists farther forward in the jaw — bone that is present even in patients who have experienced significant posterior bone loss. This angulation also distributes bite forces more biomechanically across the arch, reducing stress on each individual implant.
The clinical result: patients who would otherwise require extensive bone grafting — adding 6–12 months to their treatment — can often proceed directly to All-on-4 placement. For many patients, this is the difference between a treatment they can complete and one that feels impossibly long and complex.
All-on-4 Process at Huntington Beach Prosthodontics
Pre-Surgical Planning
3D CBCT scan, digital surgical planning, fabrication of surgical guide and temporary prosthesis. We simulate your final result digitally so you can preview your new smile before surgery.
Surgery Day
Extractions if needed, 4 implant placements under local anesthesia and sedation, immediate attachment of temporary full-arch prosthesis. Most patients leave within 4–6 hours with a full smile.
Healing Phase (3–6 Months)
Soft diet, regular monitoring, CBCT scan at 12 weeks to confirm osseointegration. The temporary prosthesis keeps you comfortable and functional while healing progresses.
Final Prosthesis
Digital impressions and bite registration captured. Your permanent prosthesis — typically full-arch zirconia — is custom-fabricated and delivered at a final appointment. This is your restoration for the next 10–20+ years.
For patients who need 6 implants for additional stability, see our All-on-6 page. For complex cases involving both arches and significant restorative needs, our full mouth reconstruction approach provides comprehensive planning. If you are currently wearing dentures and want to transition to a fixed solution, All-on-4 is likely the most appropriate next step.
All-on-4 FAQ
Ready to Restore Your Smile?
Schedule a consultation with Dr. Favian Cheong, your board-certified prosthodontist in Huntington Beach. We'll create a personalized treatment plan just for you.