If you are tired of loose dentures, unable to eat the foods you love, or simply want a permanent, natural-looking smile, All-on-4 and All-on-6 dental implants may be the right solution. Instead of replacing every missing tooth individually, this full-arch technique uses just four or six strategically placed implants to support an entire row of fixed teeth, giving you the confidence to eat, laugh and speak without worrying about your teeth again.
What Are All-on-4 and All-on-6 Implants?
All-on-4 and All-on-6 are full-arch implant solutions designed to replace a whole row of missing or failing teeth using a combination of implants and a fixed bridge. Four (or six) implants are placed into the jawbone, and a temporary fixed bridge is usually screwed onto them on the same day, so you rarely leave without teeth. The apparatus remains in place for roughly two to six months while the implants heal (osseointegrate), before being replaced with your permanent, custom-made bridge. The finished result looks and functions like natural teeth, improves facial structure and speech, and gives you confidence in situations where removable dentures would not.
All-on-4 vs All-on-6: Which Is Right for You?
Both options fix a full arch of teeth onto implants, but the right choice depends on your bone volume and the load the bridge needs to carry. The table below summarises the main differences.
| Factor | All-on-4 | All-on-6 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of implants | 4 per arch | 6 per arch |
| Best suited for | Patients with good bone volume and a lower-load bite | Patients with more bone loss, or who need extra support for a heavier bite |
| Load distribution | Good, spread across 4 implants | Stronger, spread across 6 implants |
| Bone grafting usually needed | Less often | Sometimes, though the extra implants can reduce the need for grafting in some cases |
| Typical healing time | Two to six months | Two to six months |
Am I a Good Candidate?
All-on-4 and All-on-6 are designed for patients who have lost most or all of their teeth in one or both jaws, or whose remaining teeth are failing and not worth saving. If you frequently clench or grind your teeth, you may need a protective night guard alongside your new bridge, as excessive grinding can affect the restoration over time. You will also need a sufficient amount of jawbone to support the implants; if bone volume is low, a bone graft or zygomatic implants may be recommended after your CBCT scan.
Bone volume is the deciding factor, not age or the number of years you have been without teeth. We assess this with a 3D CBCT scan taken on your first day in Izmir, which shows exactly how much bone is available in the front and back of each jaw. Where the back of the jaw has resorbed too far for a vertical implant, the angled placement used in All-on-4 makes use of denser bone further forward, which is often enough to avoid grafting altogether. If bone loss is more advanced, All-on-6 or, in the upper jaw, zygomatic implants anchored in the cheekbone can avoid a bone graft and the months of healing it would add to your treatment.
Uncontrolled diabetes, untreated gum disease and heavy smoking all reduce how reliably an implant integrates with bone, so we review these honestly at the consultation stage rather than after you have already travelled. None of them rule out treatment on their own, but they change the plan and the aftercare we recommend. Send your existing X-rays or a recent panoramic scan through our free online consultation and a dentist will give you a written first assessment before you book anything.
The All-on-4/6 Process at DENTAGLOBAL
- Free consultation and photo review, followed by an initial treatment outline and price estimate.
- Arrival in Izmir, full examination and CBCT scan to plan implant positions precisely.
- Any necessary extractions, followed by placement of four or six implants under local anaesthetic (sedation available).
- Fitting of a temporary fixed bridge, often on the very same visit, so you rarely leave without teeth.
- Healing and osseointegration over two to six months while you use the temporary bridge.
- Return visit to fit your permanent, custom-made bridge and complete your aftercare plan.
Materials and Implant Systems We Use
We work with established, internationally recognised implant systems rather than unbranded budget alternatives, because the fixture placed in your jaw is the part of this treatment you cannot easily change later. Your dentist will confirm the exact system used for your case in your written treatment plan, along with the material of your definitive bridge.
For the fixed bridge itself, most All-on-4/6 patients choose a titanium or zirconia-reinforced framework finished with layered composite or ceramic teeth, sometimes described as a hybrid or Toronto bridge. This construction is strong enough to bear the full biting load of a natural arch while remaining light enough to be comfortable, and it can be removed and serviced by a dentist if a repair is ever needed without disturbing the implants themselves. Full-zirconia monolithic bridges are also available for patients who want maximum stain resistance and are willing to pay a premium for it; your dentist will discuss whether this suits your bite and budget at the planning stage.
How Much Do All-on-4/6 Implants Cost?
Full-arch treatment plans vary depending on whether you need All-on-4 or All-on-6, how many arches are involved, and whether any bone grafting is required. Based on our published Turkey cost guide, patients typically see prices from around three thousand to seven thousand pounds per arch, which is significantly lower than the twelve to twenty thousand pounds often quoted in the UK for equivalent full-arch treatment. The most accurate way to know your own price is a free, no-obligation quote from one of our patient advisors, based on your photos and X-rays.
Your written quote itemises everything: the CBCT scan and consultation, the implants themselves, the temporary fixed bridge you wear during healing, the definitive bridge, and your guarantee documentation. If your case needs a bone graft, sinus lift or extra sedation, that is priced separately and agreed with you in advance, never discovered as a surprise once you are in the chair. We do not request payment for anything that was not part of your original written plan.
Our Guarantee
We provide a written guarantee on our treatments: 10 years to lifetime cover on the implants themselves, and 3 years on the fixed bridge fitted above them. Full guarantee terms are sent to every patient in writing before travel.
Recovery and Aftercare
Swelling, bruising and mild discomfort in the first three to five days are normal after full-arch implant surgery and are managed with the medication your dentist prescribes. Most patients keep to soft foods for the first two to four weeks while the temporary bridge settles and the surgical sites heal, moving back to a normal diet gradually as your dentist confirms it is safe to do so. Plan to stay close to home for the first week and avoid flying until your dentist has checked healing is on track.
The months between your two visits are the most important part of the whole process, even though nothing visible is happening: this is when the implants fuse with the bone, a process called osseointegration, and it is what makes the final bridge stable for years rather than months. Keep the surgical area clean exactly as instructed, attend any local check-up your dentist recommends, and contact us with photographs if anything feels wrong rather than waiting for your return visit. Once your definitive bridge is fitted, daily cleaning underneath it with the tools your dentist provides and six-monthly professional check-ups are what protect your investment long term.
Aftercare Support After You Return to the UK
Your treatment does not end when you fly home. Every DENTAGLOBAL patient leaves with a written aftercare plan and a written guarantee — 10 years to lifetime cover on implants and fixed-detachable implant cases, and 3 years on crowns, bridges and veneers. Our patient coordination team stays reachable by phone, email and WhatsApp after you return, and aftercare support is available through DENTAGLOBAL partner services in selected countries. If anything needs attention that falls under your guarantee, contact your patient advisor first: your case is reviewed by the clinician who treated you before any next step is agreed.
If Something Goes Wrong
Full-arch implant treatment has a high success rate, but being honest about what can happen is part of doing this properly. Occasionally a single implant fails to integrate, most often in patients who smoke heavily or have uncontrolled diabetes; when this happens, the remaining implants usually continue to support the bridge while the affected site is treated or replaced. A temporary bridge can need an adjustment if it feels loose or rubs against the gum, which is a normal part of settling in rather than a sign of failure. Peri-implantitis, an inflammation of the gum and bone around an implant, is almost always linked to poor hygiene underneath the bridge and is the leading cause of late implant loss, which is exactly why daily cleaning and check-ups matter as much after treatment as the surgery itself.
Every one of these situations is covered by our aftercare process and your written guarantee. Contact your patient advisor with photographs and we will tell you honestly whether it can be managed by a dentist near you, whether it falls under your guarantee, and what the next step looks like. Patients returning for guarantee-covered work are prioritised in our appointment book so a follow-up trip is as short as possible.
Before and After: Real DENTAGLOBAL Cases
The photographs below are unretouched clinical images from our own patient gallery. Every full-arch case is different, so treat them as a guide to the standard of finish you can expect rather than a prediction of your own result. Each caption states exactly which treatment was carried out.
You can view the full collection on our before and after gallery. If you would like to see cases similar to your own, send us your photographs through the free consultation and we will show you comparable treatments from our records.
Frequently Asked Questions About All-on-4/6
How long does All-on-4/6 treatment take?
Most patients need two visits to Izmir. The first covers assessment, any extractions, implant placement and a temporary fixed bridge, and usually lasts about a week. After two to six months of healing, you return for a shorter visit to fit your permanent bridge.
Will I be without teeth during treatment?
In most cases, no. A temporary fixed bridge is fitted on or shortly after the day of implant placement, so you leave Izmir with a full set of teeth while your implants heal.
Is All-on-4/6 painful?
The procedure is carried out under local anaesthetic, with sedation available. Most patients report swelling and mild discomfort for a few days afterwards, which is manageable with standard pain relief.
How much can I save compared to the UK?
Based on our patient data and published cost guide, full-arch treatment in Turkey typically costs three thousand to seven thousand pounds per arch, compared to twelve to twenty thousand pounds often quoted in the UK for equivalent treatment.
What if I do not have enough jawbone?
This is one of the most common concerns we hear, and it is usually solvable without a separate bone graft. The angled rear implants used in All-on-4 are placed to make use of denser bone that is often still present even after years of tooth loss, and All-on-6 spreads load across more points for cases with more advanced resorption. Where the upper jaw has lost too much bone for either approach, zygomatic implants anchor into the cheekbone instead, avoiding a graft and the healing time it would add. Your CBCT scan on day one tells us exactly which option applies to you.
Will the bridge look and feel like real teeth?
That is the goal, and it is largely a question of design rather than material. Your dentist plans the shape, shade and gum line of the bridge around your face and lips before it is made, not afterwards, and you see the temporary version in place during your healing period so any adjustment happens before the final bridge is manufactured. Patients describe the biting and speaking sensation as very close to natural teeth once they adjust over the first few weeks, noticeably more stable than a removable denture because the bridge does not move.
Can I switch from dentures straight to All-on-4/6?
Yes, and this is one of the most common starting points for our full-arch patients. If you already wear a full or partial denture, we assess the remaining bone and gum health at your consultation and, in most cases, you can move directly from removable dentures to a fixed implant bridge without an extended gap in between, since the temporary fixed bridge is fitted on the same day as your implants.
Is there an age limit for All-on-4/6?
There is no fixed upper age limit. What matters is bone density, general health and how well controlled any medical conditions are, all of which we assess individually rather than by age alone. We have treated patients well into their seventies and eighties successfully; the honest conversation happens at consultation stage, based on your scans and medical history, not a number on a form.
How is this different from same-day dental implants?
All-on-4 and All-on-6 are themselves a same-day-loading protocol: you leave DENTAGLOBAL with a fixed temporary bridge on the same visit your implants are placed, rather than waiting months with no teeth. The difference from single same-day implants is scale — this treats a full arch with four to six implants and one bridge, which is usually more predictable and cost-effective than replacing each missing tooth individually when most of an arch is already lost or failing.
Related Reading
- All on 4 Review: Is It Worth It?
- All on Six Procedure: What to Expect
- All on 4 vs All on 6: Which Fits Best?
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