Full-Arch Restoration
Replacing a whole arch of teeth — All-on-4, All-on-6 or an implant overdenture, compared side by side.
Overview
"Full-arch restoration" is the category, not a single procedure. It covers three genuinely different routes to replacing a whole arch: a fixed bridge on four implants (All-on-4), the same idea on six implants (All-on-6), and a denture that snaps onto two to four implants (an overdenture). They differ in cost, in how much bone they need, and in whether the teeth ever come out — and the right answer is decided by your bone volume and bite, not by which one is most advertised.
Full-mouth cases are also where planning matters most, because the implant positions determine the bite for the next decade and cannot be moved afterwards. Denvida plans every arch on a 3D CBCT scan with AI-assisted software before surgery, and Dr. Na Zhao's background combines Harvard implant training with a PhD in restorative dentistry — the surgical and the prosthetic halves of a full-arch case are planned together rather than handed off.
Options & Types
All-on-4 — fixed, four implants
A fixed full-arch bridge on four angled implants, often with a same-day temporary. $25,000–$35,000 per arch.
All-on-6 — fixed, six implants
Two extra implants spread the load, useful in heavy-bite cases — but it needs more bone volume. $29,000–$43,000 per arch.
Implant overdenture — removable
A denture snapping onto two to four implants. The lowest-cost route to an arch that no longer slips. $6,000–$15,000 per arch.
The Process
- 1
Free consult + 3D CBCT scan
The scan measures bone volume in both jaws, which is what actually decides between All-on-4, All-on-6 and an overdenture.
- 2
Digital planning & written plan
Implant positions and the final tooth arrangement are planned together, and you get the options costed in writing before committing.
- 3
Surgery & same-day temporary
Remaining teeth are removed if needed and the implants placed to the guided plan; a fixed temporary arch is usually attached the same day.
- 4
Healing then the final arch
After 3–6 months of osseointegration the definitive bridge or denture is fitted and the bite is refined.
Cost & Financing
| Procedure | Bay Area range | Denvida |
|---|---|---|
| All-on-4 (per arch) | $25,000–$35,000 | written estimate |
| All-on-6 (per arch) | $29,000–$43,000 | written estimate |
| Implant overdenture (per arch) | $6,000–$15,000 | written estimate |
Ranges are Bay Area market references, not quotes. Full-arch cost depends on the number of implants, whether grafting or extractions are needed, and the final material. Denvida gives a detailed written estimate before treatment and is in-network with Delta Dental & Cigna; financing available.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does full-arch restoration cost in San Mateo?
At Bay Area market rates, All-on-4 runs $25,000–$35,000 per arch, All-on-6 $29,000–$43,000, and an implant overdenture $6,000–$15,000. The gap reflects how many implants are used and whether the result is fixed or removable. Denvida gives a free consultation with a 3D CBCT scan and a written estimate before any commitment.
What is the difference between All-on-4 and All-on-6?
All-on-6 places two additional implants for broader load distribution, which can help in heavy-bite cases, but it generally requires more bone volume and costs $4,000–$8,000 more per arch. All-on-4 is designed to work with less bone by angling the rear implants. Dr. Na recommends one over the other based on your individual CBCT scan rather than as a default.
Is full mouth reconstruction the same as full-arch implants?
Not always. Full-arch implants replace all the teeth in an arch. Full mouth reconstruction is a broader term that can also mean rebuilding teeth you still have — crowns, veneers, root canals and bite correction across both jaws — without replacing them all. Which one applies depends on how many of your own teeth can be saved, which the free consultation establishes.
Do I have enough bone for full-arch implants?
Many patients who have been told they have insufficient bone can still be treated, because All-on-4 angles the rear implants to use the denser bone that remains, and grafting can rebuild deficient sites. Years of wearing a denture do cause bone loss, so an earlier assessment usually means more options. A CBCT scan at the free consultation measures this directly.
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Free consultation + 3D scan
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