Full Mouth Dental Implants in Woodland Hills
Maybe you've been patching the same failing teeth for years, or your dentures slip when you laugh and keep you from ordering what you actually want at dinner. Many of the Woodland Hills patients who come to see us are in exactly this spot, tired of short-term fixes and ready for a complete solution. Full mouth dental implants replace an entire arch of teeth, or both arches, with a fixed set of teeth anchored to implants placed in the jaw. At 805 Dentistry in Thousand Oaks, we plan and deliver this treatment under one roof.
Full mouth dental implants use a small number of implants to support a full arch of replacement teeth. Depending on your jawbone and your goals, we may recommend All-on-4, All-on-6, or another All-on-X approach. The number refers to how many implants support each arch. Unlike traditional dentures that rest on your gums, implant-supported teeth stay in place, so you can speak, chew, and smile without worrying about them shifting.
This treatment fits a wide range of situations. Some patients have lost most of their teeth already. Others have teeth weakened by advanced gum disease, extensive decay, or old restorations that keep breaking down. Some wear dentures and want something more stable, which may lead to a fixed bridge or snap-in, implant-supported dentures. We talk through these options openly so you can choose what works for your life.
Planning starts with an exam and detailed imaging. Our office provides CBCT imaging and 2D and 3D dental imaging, and a board-certified oral and maxillofacial radiologist is on staff. These scans show the height and density of your jawbone, along with the position of nerves and sinuses, so implant placement can be mapped out carefully before treatment begins.
Implants are placed by our board-certified periodontist. If your jawbone needs reinforcement, we offer bone grafting and sinus lift surgery in our office, along with gum disease treatment and extractions. Because we have an on-site dental lab, our team works closely with the technicians who craft your teeth. For Woodland Hills patients, all of this happens in one place without being sent to several different offices.
Am I a good candidate for full mouth dental implants?
You may be a good candidate if you are missing most or all of your teeth, or if your remaining teeth can't be saved. The best way to know is a consultation where we examine your mouth, review your health history, and evaluate your bone with 3D imaging.
Having low bone volume or a history of gum disease doesn't automatically rule you out. We regularly address these issues with grafting, sinus lifts, and periodontal care before or during implant treatment. We also consider your daily habits, your comfort level, and what you hope your new smile will look and feel like, so the plan reflects your priorities.
What happens during treatment, and will I be comfortable?
Treatment follows a clear sequence, and we offer several sedation options to keep you comfortable throughout. A board-certified dental anesthesiologist on our team provides nitrous oxide, oral sedation, IV sedation, and general anesthesia, which is especially helpful if you feel anxious about dental work.
Here is what the process generally looks like:
- A consultation with an exam, CBCT scan, and discussion of your options
- Any needed extractions, gum treatment, or bone grafting
- Placement of the implants by our periodontist
- A healing period while the implants bond with your jawbone
- Fitting your final teeth, crafted with input from our on-site lab
Every patient's timeline is different. We walk you through your specific schedule at the planning stage so you know what to expect at each visit and can arrange time away from work or family commitments.
How do I care for my implants, and how can I pay for treatment?
Caring for full mouth implants means daily cleaning at home plus regular professional visits. Our periodontist provides implant maintenance, checking the gums and tissue around your implants and cleaning areas that are hard to reach yourself. We'll show you how to clean around your new teeth and recommend products that make home care easier.
If you grind your teeth at night, we may suggest a night guard to help protect your new teeth. Because we're a full-service family practice, we can also continue your routine exams and cleanings over the years, so your care stays consistent.
For payment, we accept all major PPO insurance plans and welcome self-pay patients. Financing is available to help spread the cost of treatment over time. Our team will review your coverage and options with you before treatment begins, so there are no surprises. If you live in Woodland Hills and are ready to talk about a complete, stable smile, we'd be glad to meet you.