Full Arch Dental Implants in Agoura Hills
A full arch dental implant restoration replaces an entire upper or lower row of teeth with a fixed bridge anchored to a small number of implants placed in the jaw. Instead of a denture that rests on the gums, the new teeth are attached to the implants, so they stay in place when you talk, eat, and laugh. At 805 Dentistry in Thousand Oaks, we plan and provide full arch dental implants for patients from Agoura Hills and the surrounding communities. Our periodontics, imaging, sedation, and lab services are all under one roof, so your care stays with one team.
Full arch treatment is for people who are missing most or all of their teeth in one arch, or whose remaining teeth are failing. We see Agoura Hills patients in many situations. Some have worn complete dentures for years and are tired of adhesives and slipping. Others have several broken or badly decayed teeth that can no longer be saved. Some have lost teeth to advanced gum disease and want a fixed replacement.
Depending on your anatomy and goals, we may recommend an All-on-4, All-on-6, or broader All-on-X approach. The number refers to how many implants support each arch. More implants can spread biting forces differently, and the right choice depends on your bone volume and the shape of your jaw. We also offer implant-supported and snap-in dentures for patients who want a removable option that is still anchored to implants.
The benefits patients most often care about are practical ones that affect daily life. A fixed full arch restoration is attached to implants rather than held by suction or adhesive. Many patients find it easier to chew a wider range of foods and to speak with confidence.
Patients from Agoura Hills often choose us because so many parts of treatment happen in our office:
- Board-certified periodontist on staff who places dental implants
- CBCT and 3D imaging read by a board-certified oral and maxillofacial radiologist
- On-site dental lab for coordinating your restoration
- Sedation options, including nitrous, oral sedation, IV sedation, and general anesthesia, provided by a board-certified dental anesthesiologist
- In-house extractions, bone grafting, and sinus lift surgery when needed
Keeping these services in one practice means fewer outside referrals and fewer separate offices to visit. It also gives you one team that knows your full history.
Am I a good candidate for full arch implants?
You may be a good candidate if you are missing most of your teeth in an arch, or are about to lose them, and you are healthy enough for oral surgery. A consultation and 3D imaging are the only way to know for certain. During your visit, we examine your gums, your remaining teeth, and the bone that would support the implants.
Low bone volume does not automatically rule you out. Our team performs bone grafting and sinus lift surgery, which can help prepare the jaw for implants. If gum disease is present, our periodontist can treat it first. We also check your bite and jaw joints, and our orofacial pain and TMJ services can address jaw concerns as part of your plan.
What happens during the full arch implant process?
The process starts with a consultation and CBCT imaging so we can plan implant positions precisely. From those images, we map where each implant will go and decide whether you need extractions or grafting first. We then walk you through the plan, the expected number of visits, and your sedation options.
On the day of surgery, we remove any failing teeth, prepare the sites, and place the implants. Patients with dental anxiety can choose a level of sedation, from nitrous oxide up to IV sedation or general anesthesia. After the implants heal and integrate with the bone, we attach your final full arch restoration. We use our on-site lab to coordinate the fit, function, and appearance of your new teeth.
How do I care for full arch implants afterward?
You care for full arch implants with daily brushing, cleaning around and under the bridge, and regular professional visits. Even though implants cannot decay, the gums and bone around them still need attention. We'll show you how to clean the areas where your restoration meets the gums.
Our periodontics team provides implant maintenance and periodontal maintenance visits to monitor the tissues around your implants. If you clench or grind, we may suggest a night guard to protect your restoration. For Agoura Hills patients, scheduling these follow-ups with the same team that placed the implants keeps your long-term care consistent.
How can I pay for full arch dental implants?
We accept all major PPO insurance plans, self-pay patients, and offer financing. Coverage for implants varies by plan, so we review your benefits with you before treatment begins. Because our periodontics, endodontics, pathology, radiology, and dental anesthesiology services file insurance claims as specialists, we handle the details of billing each part of your care.
If you are paying out of pocket, financing can help spread the cost over time. We give you a clear treatment plan so you know what each phase involves before you commit. To start, schedule a consultation with our Thousand Oaks team, and we'll evaluate whether full arch implants are right for you.