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Jonathan Hunt, DDS > Services > All-on-X Dental Implants

Get a complete arch of replacement teeth supported by as few as four dental implants in High Point, NC.

Why Choose All-On-X Dental Implants?

If you are missing some or all of your teeth, you’re not alone. About 40 million Americans are missing all of their teeth, and another 178 million are missing at least one tooth. Missing teeth can cause oral health problems, including:

Shifting of the remaining teeth
Jawbone deterioration
Gum disease
Additional tooth loss

Missing teeth can also cause systemic health issues, including a higher risk of mortality. One study suggests that having three or more missing teeth is connected with greater mortality. The good news is, there are options for tooth replacement.

Removable dentures are a common option for tooth replacement, but many people find them unstable, and they don’t provide the same functionality as natural teeth when eating or chewing. Removable dentures also don’t stimulate bone growth, since they sit on top of the gums.

All-on-x implants offer an innovative solution to tooth loss that restores functionality and stimulates bone growth. For people with a full arch of missing teeth, all-on-x implants provide an alternative to replacing each tooth with an individual implant.

The “X” represents the number of implants needed to hold a full arch of permanent replacement teeth, usually 4-6. This new technology involves placing implants at strategic points along the jaw, which provide a foundation for permanent replacement teeth. This process is less intensive, costly, and time-consuming than replacing each missing tooth with a single implant.

The Benefits of All-On-X Dental Implants

All-on-x implants give you the option of replacing a full arch of missing teeth with as few as four implants. The benefits of this innovative procedure include:

Better Function

Permanent denture implants allow you to eat, laugh, and smile without ever worrying about your teeth slipping or shifting. These teeth are firmly secured in your jaw and won't move around.

Healthier Smile

Implant dentures stimulate jawbone growth and keep any remaining teeth from shifting. They also prevent bite problems that can develop when you have missing teeth.

No Adhesives

You'll never have to mess with adhesives to keep your teeth in place. You'll care for your all-on-x implant dentures just like regular teeth, with daily brushing and flossing.

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Dr. Jonathan Hunt

Dr. Jonathan Hunt is a passionate and skilled dentist committed to helping patients regain their confidence and oral health. He earned his degree from the UNC-Chapel Hill School of Dentistry and began his dental career in 2018. In December 2019, he took a significant step forward by purchasing his own practice, allowing him to build lasting relationships with his patients and community.

For Dr. Hunt, dentistry is more than just treating teeth; it’s about restoring a part of someone’s identity. Whether it’s enhancing a smile’s appearance or replacing missing teeth, he ...

The All-On-X Process: Step-By-Step

Are you interested in the all-on-x implant procedure but aren’t sure what it might look like for you? Let’s walk through the entire process to give you a better idea of how it works.

1. Comprehensive Evaluation: You’ll meet with your dentist for a thorough examination. They’ll evaluate your oral health and overall health and talk to you about your smile goals. Your dental team will use 3-D imaging to get a full picture of your mouth, which will help determine whether your jawbone has enough bone density to support dental implants. If your jawbone isn’t dense enough to support implants, you may be scheduled for a bone grafting procedure. Your dentist will also talk to you about how many implants are necessary for your particular needs.

2. Treatment Planning: Following the evaluation, your dental team will take all of the information they gathered and use it to create a treatment plan that fits your specific needs. They’ll tell you how many implants you need and the best place to position them in your jawbone. Finally, they’ll create the design for your full denture restoration.

3. Implant Placement: You’ll have oral surgery to get your implants placed. Generally, you’ll have temporary crowns placed on your new implants while your jaw heals.

4. Healing and Osseointegration: The healing process involves your implants fusing with your jawbone (osseointegration), which creates a strong foundation for your new teeth. This is what gives you your natural bite and chewing function back. The healing time varies depending on the number of implants and the person, but this generally takes several months.

5. Permanent Teeth Placement: Once you are all healed up and your implants are firmly secured in your jawbone, it’s time for your permanent teeth! These teeth are custom-made and will match your other teeth. Or, if you are missing all of your teeth, they’ll be designed to naturally fit your mouth and face.

Full Arch Dental Implants in High Point, NC