All-on-4® Teeth in 24 Hours: Our Process

If you're considering All-on-4® or full mouth dental implants in Perth, you may be wondering what "teeth in 24 hours" really means. At Perth Dental Implant Centre (PDIC), you may receive four to six implants and a temporary fixed bridge within 24 hours if this approach is suitable for you.

Those first All-on-4^® teeth aren’t your long-term bridge. They’re a custom-made acrylic bridge for the healing stage. The material is known as PMMA, and teeth are worn while your mouth heals. At PDIC, we generally place your long-term bridge after around three to four months, once your mouth has completely healed. Your own treatment plan timeline may differ depending on whether you’re having additional surgery or longer implants placed.

This article explains each step. It also covers what you can expect while you heal. You can then decide whether full mouth dental implants Perth options are worth exploring for you.

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What are All-on-4® dental implants?

Tooth loss is common in Australia. The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare tracks tooth loss. In 2017–18, adults who still had some natural teeth had an average of 4.4 missing teeth. Similarly, around 3.5% of adults reported complete tooth loss in 2021. These figures show why clear information about tooth replacement with dental implants matters.

All-on-4® dental implants are a reliable and durable way to replace a complete upper or lower arch of teeth. A fixed bridge sits on implants placed in your jawbone. Unlike a removable denture, you don’t need to take it out at night.

All-on-4® refers to a full arch of teeth supported by four implants in the treated jaw. But four implants aren’t necessarily adequate for everyone. At PDIC, your dentist may recommend five or six implants for your jaw - known as full mouth dental implants Perth or All-on-X, depending on your jawbone, bite and treatment needs.

What does "teeth in 24 hours" mean?

“Teeth in 24 hours” means that, where appropriate, we fit a temporary fixed bridge the day after your implants are placed. It does not mean that your mouth has healed in 24 hours or that your treatment is complete.

Implant healing takes time. The implants need to integrate with the surrounding bone, while your gums and bite settle. This healing process can take around 4–6 months, depending on your individual circumstances. As you become accustomed to your new teeth, we can assess how they look and function and use this information when designing your long-term bridge. Your long-term zirconia bridge is fitted once your surgical sites have healed sufficiently and your implants are ready for the next stage of treatment.

This is one of the advantages of taking a staged approach to full-arch rehabilitation. Your final teeth can be designed with the benefit of seeing how your mouth has healed and how your temporary teeth function in everyday life.

Stage	What you receive	What happens next
Within 24 hours	A custom-milled PMMA acrylic bridge fixed to your implants	You follow a soft-food and cleaning plan while healing begins
From around three to four months	A long-term zirconia bridge when your dentist confirms you’re ready	You continue daily cleaning and attend ongoing maintenance visits

Is the “teeth in 24 hours” approach supported by research?

Researchers call this approach immediate loading. Our dentists at PDIC also use this approach for All-on-4^® implant-supported prostheses. It involves attaching a fixed bridge soon after implant placement.

Research into immediate-function All-on-4® treatment has reported encouraging results. A systematic review covering 4,804 implants found average three-year survival rates of 99% for implants and 99.9% for full-arch bridges fitted within 48 hours. More recent long-term research covering both jaws reported implant survival rates of 97.4% in the upper jaw and 98.9% in the lower jaw over follow-up of up to 17 years.

Together, these studies explain why fixed teeth within 24 hours may be possible for appropriate clients. Long-term outcomes depend on your individual oral health, jawbone and implant health and other lifestyle factors.

Our All-on-4® process for full mouth dental implants Perth

At PDIC, we plan your treatment around your individual health, anatomy and goals. The details can vary. The usual process follows seven stages.

1. Your consultation and 3D assessment

Your first visit starts with a conversation. We ask what you’d like to change. We also talk through any worries you have.

Your dentist reviews your medical and dental history. We examine your teeth, gums and bite. Your assessment may include photos, digital X-rays and a 3D scan. We only take this scan when your dentist decides it’s needed.

These records help us assess your jawbone and plan the precise implant positions for surgery. If you need supporting treatment such as bone grafting or ridge augmentation to help reach a more desirable outcome, we’ll take time to explain this process. Afterwards, you receive a personalised plan with the expected stages and costs. You’ll have time to ask questions and discuss any concerns with loved ones before making an informed decision.

2. Planning your smile and bite

When we plan full mouth dental implants in Perth, we look beyond the implants or tooth replacement. Your face, smile and bite all guide teeth design.

You can discuss the tooth shape and shade you prefer. Our dental and laboratory teams use digital records to plan and custom design your new smile. A digital preview can help you visualise the tooth shape and smile. You can then request changes before treatment begins.

3. Placing the implants

On the treatment day, your dentist removes any unwanted teeth. They then place four to six implants in planned positions. Your dentist may also include supporting treatment such as bone grafting or jawbone contouring as needed.

We take digital scans after placement. These scans record the implant positions and the shape of your mouth. Our onsite laboratory uses them to mill your temporary PMMA acrylic bridge.

4. Fitting your temporary fixed teeth

We attach your fixed acrylic bridge within 24 hours. Unlike dentures that can be removed, this bridge stays securely attached to the implants. Only a dental professional can remove it.

The implants underneath your bridge are still healing, meaning that we aim to limit any pressure on implants by following a soft food diet. We’ll show you how to clean around the bridge and care for your All-on-4® teeth.

5. Healing and review visits

Your implants need time to fuse with your jawbone. Healthdirect explains that bone growth around an implant often takes about three months. It also recommends soft foods while the area heals. At PDIC, we generally plan your long-term bridge after around three to four months. Your dentist confirms when you’re ready.

PDIC usually plans review visits during this stage. During your review appointments, your dentist checks your gums, bite, bridge and implant stability. We may adjust your temporary teeth as swelling settles. We recommend contacting us if something doesn’t feel right during the healing phase, rather than waiting for your next planned visit.

6. Designing your long-term teeth

After around three to four months of healing, your dentist will usually assess whether you’re ready for your long-term teeth. We’ll only move to the next bridge when your implants, gums and bite are ready.

We’ll then take updated digital records. Your comments about the temporary bridge help guide the long-term design. We can review tooth shape, speech, comfort and bite before making your long-term zirconia bridge.

Our Revive packages include an immediate solution using a temporary acrylic bridge and a long-term and advanced option both of which include an acrylic bridge and a long-term zirconia bridge replacement after three to four months. You can compare temporary and long-term All-on-4® bridge options here.

7. Ongoing care and maintenance

• Daily cleaning. Full mouth dental implants in Perth need daily cleaning and professional care. Food and plaque can collect around and beneath the bridge. We show you which brushes and cleaning aids suit your design.
• Review visits. PDIC generally recommends maintenance visits every six to twelve months. Your dentist recommends X-rays every twelve to twenty-four months to monitor the surrounding bone. Your schedule depends on your health and risk factors.
• Factors that may affect healing. Smoking can affect implant healing and long-term health. Teeth grinding can add excess pressure to the bridge. Gum disease also changes your maintenance needs. If you have any concerns, talk to your dentist who can factor this into your tailored treatment plan.

As Dr David Norcross explains in PDIC’s All-on-4® eligibility video, “The care of your dental implants is also vital for treatment success.”

Why does All-on-4® use a temporary acrylic bridge first?

The healing stage changes your mouth. Swelling settles. Your gums reshape. Your bite may also feel different.

The acrylic used for your first bridge is lighter and easier to adjust than zirconia. Zirconia is a strong ceramic material used for long-term bridges. The adjustable acrylic lets us check your comfort, speech and bite before we make your long-term bridge.

At PDIC, we generally place your long-term bridge after around three to four months. You may choose to keep your temporary bridge for longer. If you choose our Revive Basic package (first bridge only), you can decide later when to proceed with your next bridge.

With appropriate care, your temporary bridge may last around one to two years before it needs replacing. Its condition depends on your bite, daily cleaning and professional maintenance. We’ll check it during your review visits.

This staged approach doesn’t delay your fixed teeth. It separates immediate function from long-term design. That’s an important part of responsible full mouth dental implants Perth planning.

Who may be suitable for fixed teeth within 24 hours?

Suitability depends on:

• your general health and any medication you’re taking
• the health and amount of available jawbone
• signs of gum disease or active infection
• lifestyle habits such as smoking and teeth grinding
• your ability to follow a healthy diet, cleaning and review plan

You may need extra treatment or more healing time. A different implant timeline or another bridge replacement option may suit you better. An assessment can show what is realistic for you.

How will eating and recovery feel?

While you wear your temporary bridge, you’ll eat soft foods to enable jawbone healing. You can usually eat eggs, fish, soft pasta, yoghurt and well-cooked vegetables while the area heals. Avoid hard or chewy foods until your dentist says they’re suitable.

You may have swelling, bruising and tenderness around the area after treatment. We’ll explain pain relief, other medication included in your plan and cleaning. Contact our clinic if discomfort is getting worse or you’re worried about your recovery.

The bridge may feel different at first. Speech and chewing often need practice. Review visits allow us to check your progress and adjust your bridge as needed.

What makes PDIC's workflow possible?

At PDIC, experienced general dentists with extensive implant training and expertise provide your care.

Our clinic combines advanced 3D diagnostics, facial scanning and an onsite dental laboratory. This helps us offer a short turnaround when All-on-4® is suitable for you and allows us to adjust your bridge quickly and easily.

Speed is only one part of the process. Planning, suitability and ongoing care remain essential. This is the case for every provider of full mouth dental implants in Perth.

You can also call 1300 108 133. PDIC is at 729 Canning Highway in Applecross WA 6153.

Any surgical or invasive treatment carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.

Ready to discuss All-on-4® and full mouth dental implants Perth options?

Teeth in 24 hours describes the temporary fixed bridge supporting All-on-4® dental implants. It requires pre-planning and healing over three to four months. All-on-4® teeth are attached within 24 hours of surgery.

If you’re comparing full mouth dental implants in Perth, start with an individual assessment. We can explain the possible stages, costs and alternatives. You can then make an informed choice without pressure.

Frequently asked questions

Are All-on-4® teeth permanent?

After your implants fuse with your jawbone, they can provide long-term support to a bridge. Your bridge will still need ongoing maintenance, repair or replacement over time. The acrylic bridge fitted within 24 hours is your first set of temporary teeth. It isn’t your long-term zirconia bridge.

Can you get dental implants in one day?

If you’re suitable, you may receive full mouth dental implants and temporary fixed teeth within 24 hours. Pre-planning happens leading up to surgery day. Healing and the long-term bridge come later. Your complete treatment takes several months rather than one day. For regional clients who find it difficult to attend a physical consultation and an appointment for pre-surgery records, we may be able to provide a tele-consult and take all necessary digital records on the day of your surgery.

How many implants are needed for a full mouth bridge?

All-on-4® uses four implants to support one full arch. PDIC may recommend four, five or six implants, depending on your jawbone, bite and planned bridge. Treatment with more than four dental implants per jaw or another implant system is referred to as All-on-X. This varies according to your treatment plan and individual needs.

Suitability and daily life

Who is suitable for All-on-4® dental implants?

Many adults with failing or missing teeth may be suitable for treatment. Suitability depends on your health, jawbone, gums and implant stability. Smoking, some medicines and certain health conditions may affect healing. Book a no-obligation complimentary implant consultation and scan with one of our dentists who can assess your suitability.

How soon can you eat after All-on-4® treatment?

You can usually begin with suitable soft foods after treatment. Follow the soft diet plan and timeline from your dentist. Don’t move to eating hard or chewy foods simply because the bridge feels secure. The implants beneath it still need time to heal.

References

1. https://www.aihw.gov.au/reports/dental-oral-health/oral-health-and-dental-care-in-australia/contents/healthy-mouths
2. https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/dental-implant
3. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37938479/
4. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23560986/