Full Mouth Dental Implants in Calabasas
If you're managing a full set of failing teeth, or a denture that slips when you eat or speak, replacing one tooth at a time often isn't practical. Full mouth dental implants take a different approach: a small number of implants anchored in the jaw support a complete arch of replacement teeth. At 805 Dentistry, we plan and place full mouth implants for patients from Calabasas and across the surrounding communities. Our office in Thousand Oaks brings the imaging, surgical, sedation, and restorative steps together under one roof.
Full mouth dental implants replace an entire upper arch, an entire lower arch, or both. Instead of placing one implant for every missing tooth, we position several implants strategically in the jaw. Those implants then anchor a full-arch prosthesis. You may hear this described as All-on-4, All-on-6, or All-on-X. The number refers to how many implants support the arch, and we choose it based on your bone and your bite. Depending on your needs, the final teeth may be fixed in place or designed as implant-supported "snap-in" dentures that you remove for cleaning.
This treatment fits a range of situations. Some Calabasas patients come to us already wearing complete dentures and want something more secure. Others have several teeth affected by advanced decay, breakage, or gum disease and are weighing whether to save them or replace them. Some have lost bone after years without teeth and have been told implants may not be possible. In those cases, we can evaluate procedures such as bone grafting or sinus lift surgery to build a foundation for implants.
Your first visit focuses on understanding your mouth in detail. We perform a thorough exam and review your dental and medical history. We also take CBCT imaging, a 3D scan that shows bone volume, nerve positions, and sinus anatomy far more clearly than standard X-rays. Our team includes a board-certified oral and maxillofacial radiologist, so your scans are interpreted with specialized expertise rather than sent out to another office.
From there, we map out implant positions and talk through your options. We cover whether any teeth need extraction, whether grafting is needed, and which full-arch design suits you. We also use Digital Smile Design to plan the look of your new teeth. That way you understand the goal before anything begins, and you can ask questions about every step.
What happens on the day implants are placed?
On treatment day, we remove any remaining teeth that can't be kept and place the implants according to your plan. Our team includes a board-certified periodontist who places dental implants and manages the gum and bone work that full-arch cases often involve. If grafting is part of your plan, it may be done at the same time or in an earlier stage, depending on your situation.
Comfort matters, especially for a procedure of this scope. A board-certified dental anesthesiologist is on our staff. We offer nitrous oxide, oral sedation, IV sedation, and general anesthesia, so patients with dental anxiety have real choices. Here is what to expect:
- A review of your plan and your sedation choice before we begin
- Removal of failing teeth and placement of the implants
- Fabrication of your prosthesis in our on-site dental lab, which keeps communication between our clinicians and technicians direct
- Clear home-care instructions before you leave, with follow-up visits scheduled to monitor healing
How do I care for full mouth implants afterward?
You care for full mouth implants with daily cleaning at home and regular professional visits. During early healing, we'll give you specific guidance on diet and on keeping the surgical areas clean. Once you've healed, daily care involves brushing your prosthesis and cleaning around the implants, especially along the gumline where food and plaque can collect.
Professional follow-up is just as important. We provide implant maintenance and periodontal maintenance to monitor the gums and bone around your implants over time. Because we also offer general and preventive dentistry, Calabasas patients can return to the same team that placed their implants for ongoing checkups instead of starting over somewhere new.
How can I pay for full mouth dental implants?
We accept all major PPO insurance plans, welcome self-pay patients, and offer financing. Full mouth implants are a significant investment, and costs vary with the number of implants, whether grafting or extractions are needed, and the type of prosthesis. Because of this, we explain your costs once your treatment plan is set rather than quoting a general figure.
Our team can help you understand what your insurance may contribute and walk you through financing options so you can plan with confidence. If you live in Calabasas and want to know whether full mouth implants are right for you, schedule a consultation with us. We'll start with a clear look at your mouth and build the plan from there.