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All-on-4 / same-day implants - same-day full-arch implants, done properly.

Four (or six) implants placed at strategic angles to support a full-arch fixed bridge, fitted on the day - for terminal dentition, failing bridgework or existing dentures. A GDC-registered implantologist, CBCT-planned, and an honest conversation about long-term maintenance.

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Indicative pricing

What a private all-on-4 / same-day implants costs in the UK.

Indicative ranges across our partner dental clinics.

In short

All-on-4: £15,000–£25,000 per arch, teeth fitted on the day.

Procedure Indicative range
All-on-4 per arch (acrylic bridge) £15,000–£19,000
All-on-4 per arch (zirconia bridge) £19,000–£25,000
All-on-6 per arch £18,000–£26,000
Both arches (upper + lower) All-on-4 £27,000–£38,000
Single dental implant + crown £2,500–£4,500
Consultation with an implantologist + CBCT £200–£400

Prices vary by clinic, materials and complexity.

The problem

The right technique, honest expectations, and a plan tailored to you.

All-on-4 / same-day implants is a personal choice - the technique, the recovery and the risks all deserve a proper conversation, up front.

  • The right technique for you

    Not every all-on-4 / same-day implants suits every patient.

  • Honest expectations, up front

    Realistic before-and-after photographs, honest downtime and known limits - named before you consent.

  • No overseas shortcut

    We only match to UK-registered consultants and clinics. No "surgery holiday" packages, no unregulated overseas cosmetic work.

When it helps

When all-on-4 / same-day implants is the right step.

The situations we see most, plus the one red flag that means specialist assessment first, not a cosmetic booking.

  • Change that will not respond to non-cosmetic measures

    Standard dental cleaning and orthodontics have not delivered the change you want.

  • Well-defined cosmetic concern

    The change fits within the recognised indications for all-on-4 / same-day implants.

  • Impact on confidence or bite function

    The concern affects daily confidence or bite function - not a passing wish.

  • Realistic goals

    You have seen real one-year photographs and your expectations match the honest outcome.

  • Good oral hygiene and general dental health

    Gums are healthy, cavities are treated, and you are willing to keep to 6-monthly hygiene appointments.

  • Non-smoker or willing to stop

    Smoking impairs healing, stains and shortens the life of every restoration.

  • Bite and jaw joint stable

    No untreated grinding or jaw joint symptoms - or a plan to manage them.

  • Red flag: unrealistic expectations or "Turkey teeth" pattern

    We do not correct or continue aggressive overseas work started without proper planning - we plan from scratch, honestly.

Procedure options

Options for all-on-4 / same-day implants - explained.

What each variant involves and when it fits.

  • Primary all-on-4 / same-day implants

    The standard first-time treatment, planned to your dentition and smile goals.

  • Combined with whitening

    Whitening is usually done first to set the target shade for any new restorations.

  • Combined with orthodontics

    Straightening first with aligners reduces how much tooth reduction is needed.

  • Revision or replacement

    For patients unhappy with earlier cosmetic dental work or with failing older restorations.

  • Minimally-prep or no-prep option

    Where anatomy allows, minimal or no tooth preparation is used for reversibility.

  • Full-arch versus single-tooth

    Individual teeth for isolated concerns; a full arch when the whole smile needs to match.

  • Sedation options

    Local, IV sedation or GA for anxious patients or longer sessions.

  • Long-term maintenance plan

    Every plan includes a written 6-monthly maintenance schedule.

Safety and recovery

What to expect afterwards - honestly.

All-on-4 / same-day implants is a well-established treatment. The things worth planning are the technique, the recovery, and long-term maintenance.

  • Treatment in a CQC-registered dental clinic

    Every procedure in a CQC-registered dental practice or hospital clinic, with proper cross-infection standards.

  • Local or IV sedation, on request

    Most treatments are done under local anaesthetic. IV sedation is available for anxiety or longer sessions.

  • Sensitivity and discomfort

    Short-term sensitivity to hot and cold is common and settles over days to weeks. Desensitising toothpaste and analgesia help.

  • Bite change and adjustment

    Any new restoration may need occlusal adjustment in the first weeks. Small tweaks are normal and included.

  • Infection and healing

    Post-operative infection is uncommon. Same-day contact for swelling, throbbing pain, or fever.

  • Nerve involvement (implant / lower jaw)

    Rarely, implant placement near the inferior alveolar nerve can cause altered lip and chin sensation. CBCT planning minimises the risk.

  • Long-term maintenance is non-negotiable

    6-monthly hygiene appointments and daily interdental cleaning are essential. Neglect shortens the life of every restoration.

  • Smoking, grinding and diet all matter

    Nicotine impairs healing and shortens implant survival. Nighttime grinding damages veneers and crowns - a night guard is standard.

  • Red flags after treatment

    Persistent throbbing pain, spreading swelling, fever or a loose restoration need same-day team contact.

Reading your treatment plan

Your treatment plan in four parts. Read the last one first.

Whichever technique was used, the note your consultant dentist sends you keeps to the same shape.

  1. 01 Header

    Diagnosis, plan and materials

    Diagnosis, agreed treatment plan and the materials used (composite, Emax, zirconia, implant brand).

  2. 02 Technique

    Sequence and adjustments

    Order of treatment, IPR or preparation performed, occlusal adjustments made.

  3. 03 Findings

    Any findings during treatment

    Any incidental findings during preparation - undiagnosed caries, cracks, or endodontic issues.

  4. 04 Impression

    Maintenance and hygiene plan

    Read this first: retainer or nightguard schedule, hygiene appointment frequency, and long-term care instructions.

Recognised by major UK insurers

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Implants are cosmetic and functional and are not covered by the NHS except in specific reconstructive cases (post-cancer, congenital). Some UK private insurers cover implants after trauma or tumour surgery on a case basis.

Frequently asked

Everything we get asked about all-on-4 / same-day implants.

Quick answers on technique, cost, recovery and long-term result.

  • Am I a candidate for All-on-4?

    If you have failing dentition, an unstable denture, or terminal periodontal disease and enough bone in the front of the jaw (usually confirmed on CBCT), yes. Uncontrolled diabetes, active smoking and severe bone loss reduce success - an honest CBCT assessment tells you.

  • Should I go to Turkey or Hungary?

    The GDC, BDA and every UK implant society warn against overseas full-arch implants. Complication rates are high, on-day fit is often poor, and correcting failure back in the UK costs more than doing it once, properly, here.

  • Do I really get teeth on the same day?

    Yes - a fixed temporary acrylic bridge is fitted at the end of surgery. The permanent bridge (zirconia or high-end acrylic) is fitted 3–6 months later, once the implants have integrated.

  • How long do All-on-4 implants last?

    Implants: 15–20+ years with proper maintenance. The acrylic bridge: 5–10 years. The zirconia bridge: 10–20+ years. Regular 6-monthly hygiene appointments are non-negotiable.

  • How much does All-on-4 cost in the UK?

    Roughly £15,000–£19,000 per arch for an acrylic bridge, £19,000–£25,000 per arch for a zirconia bridge, £27,000–£38,000 for both arches. All-on-6 runs £18,000–£26,000 per arch.

  • How long is the recovery?

    Soft diet for 6–8 weeks after surgery, back to normal food gradually. Back to work in 3–5 days. Permanent bridge fitted at 3–6 months. Long-term hygiene appointments every 6 months.

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