What is the best material for all on 4 implants?

Why is zirconia the best choice?

Zirconia offers many advantages, including strength, aesthetics, and long-term durability. Patients often make comments like ‘It's like buying a new car' or ‘I feel 20 years younger' after receiving their new teeth. This modern and practical solution makes zirconia a preferred choice for both patients and dentists.

Let's take a closer look at the pros and cons of zirconia dental bridges in Antalya All-on-4 treatment.

Pros

Since zirconia is a very durable material, it is resistant to high pressures. Zirconia offers the opportunity to eat dried nuts and fruits such as nuts and apples, as long as they avoid bad habits like cracking shells with their teeth (opening the shells with teeth).

Well-maintained dental bridges promise a 20-year lifespan.

Zirconium implants look like natural teeth even when viewed closely. It is a great option for people with aesthetic concerns.

Zirconia is resistant to staining, yellowing and discolouration. It retains almost its original colour even after many years of use. So zirconia offers aesthetics and durability together in the long term.

Zirconia is a type of ceramic, 100% metal-free and hypoallergenic. It is a good match for tissues. This makes it suitable for patients with allergies.

At Seçil Dental Clinic, zirconia bridges are manufactured using CAD/CAM (Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing) technology. This improves patient comfort, bite stability and long-term implant stability.

Cons

Zirconia has a higher price than acrylic or composite dental shells due to its raw material and the superior properties it provides. Patients in the UK can take advantage of this situation by receiving All on 4 treatment in Turkey. All on 4 prices are more affordable compared to the UK, and getting dental treatment in Antalya also offers holiday opportunities

Since zirconia has a hard structure, it cannot be easily repaired when broken and cannot be corrected in the clinic. It must be sent to the laboratory.

Zirconia is less flexible and heavier compared to other options. However, most patients adapt to this quickly in a short time.

Why did zirconia replace acrylic and composite bridges in All-on-4 implant?

Before zirconia bridges became common, acrylic and composite bridges were used for All-on-4. These were affordable and easy to adjust and repair. However, various limitations have became apparent over time:

These materials were not durable and would break. They were not strong enough to allow eating comfortably. These dental bridges looked artificial. Their porous structure caused discolouration. It could only be used for 5-7 years. Individuals with allergies

Zirconia has emerged as a strong alternative with its superior properties. Providing almost all criteria such as aesthetics, longevity, biocompatibility, affordable prices in Turkey has made zirconia a brand. In the treatment of dental implants such as All on 4 and All on 6, zirconia bridges are the most preferred and the first to come to mind.

Is zirconia worth the cost for All-on-4 patients?

Although the initial investment cost of zirconia has a higher price than other materials, it is worth it when you use it for many years. Since materials such as acrylic will need renovation or replacement over time, which means ongoing expenses. Zirconia does not need to be changed for 15-20 years in good use. In addition, you can save more when you get All on 4 treatment in Antalya.

Do Turkish clinics use monolithic zirconia bridges?

Yes, in Turkey, modern dental clinics often use monolithic zirconia bridges in All-on-4 treatments. Monolithic zirconia means that the entire bridge is made from a single block of zirconia without porcelain placed on top. This makes the bridge better. Thanks to their high material quality and affordable prices, monolithic zirconia bridges have become a popular choice for patients seeking durable and aesthetic solutions in Turkey.