All-on-6 dental implants offer hope for those with gum disease looking for a permanent tooth replacement solution.
But can you get All-on-6 implants if you have active gum disease?
Can I Get All-on-6 Dental Implants with Gum Disease?
Oui, vous pouvez obtenir Implants dentaires All-on-6 with gum disease but proper treatment is required. The process involves:
- Treating existing gum disease
- Bone assessment
- Placing six titanium implants in the jawbone
- 4-6 months for osseointegration
- Permanent prosthesis attachment
Requirement | Description | Importance |
---|---|---|
Gum Disease Treatment | Treatment of existing gum disease to ensure a healthy environment for implant placement[1][5][3]. | Critical for preventing complications and ensuring implant success. |
Bone Health Assessment | Evaluation of bone density and structure to determine suitability for All-on-6 implants[1][5][2]. | Essential for ensuring stable implant placement and preventing bone loss. |
Immune System Considerations | Assessment of immune system health to prevent complications in immunocompromised patients[3][6][3]. | Crucial for preventing implant failure and ensuring proper osseointegration. |
Procédures supplémentaires | Possible need for bone grafting, sinus lifts, or other procedures to prepare the jawbone[4][1][3]. | Important for ensuring a stable foundation for implant placement. |
Pre-Treatment Requirements for All-on-6 with Gum Disease
Gum Disease Treatment Process
Patients with gum disease can get All-on-6 dental implants but proper treatment is required.
The process involves removing all infected tissue and compromised teeth in one visit, creating a healthy environment for implant placement (5).
This approach reduces the risk of peri-implantitis as removing the source of infection reduces the chances of complications.
Bone Assessment
Enough bone density is required for All-on-6 implant placement.
Patients with severe bone loss may require bone grafting before implant surgery (6).
A full bone quality and quantity assessment is needed to determine if additional procedures are required to support the implants

Immune System
Underlying health conditions, especially those affecting the immune system can affect All-on-6 implant success.
Patients with uncontrolled diabetes or autoimmune diseases may be at higher risk for implant failure (3).
A full health assessment is required to identify and address any potential complications before implant surgery.
All-on-6 vs Traditional Implants for Gum Disease Patients
Moins de greffes osseuses
All-on-6 implants have an advantage for patients with gum disease who have had bone loss.
This technique requires less bone grafting compared to traditional implant methods as the implants are placed to utilise available bone (4).
This is especially beneficial for patients with severe periodontal disease who would otherwise require extensive bone augmentation.

Strategic Implant Placement
The All-on-6 technique involves precise placement of implants to maximise stability and support.
This strategic placement helps to distribute forces more evenly across the jaw which can reduce stress on individual implants (2).
For patients with a history of gum disease, this approach may lead to better long-term results and a lower risk of implant failure.
Bone Stimulation
All-on-6 implants can provide continuous stimulation to the jawbone, which can help prevent further bone loss associated with tooth loss and gum disease (3).
This continuous stimulation is especially beneficial for patients who have had significant bone resorption due to advanced periodontal disease, to improve overall oral health.

Success Rates and Long-Term Outcomes
Factors Affecting Integration
All-on-6 implant success depends on several factors: bone quality, proper placement, and patient health.
Patients with gum disease history may have additional challenges.
Studies have shown that patients with treated chronic periodontitis have implant failure rates 10 times higher than natural tooth loss rates (5).
But with proper care and maintenance, implant survival rates can be high.
Maintenance
Long-term success of All-on-6 implants depends on patient compliance with supportive periodontal care (SPC).
A 20-year study showed that patients with gum disease history who followed SPC had similar implant survival rates to periodontally healthy patients.
But those who were non-compliant with SPC had 14.59 times higher odds of implant loss (OR 1.30-164.29) (3).
Regular dental check-ups and good oral hygiene are essential to maintain implant health and prevent peri-implantitis.

Conclusion et enseignements clés
All-on-6 dental implants can be an option for patients with gum disease but careful consideration of the risks and benefits is necessary. Key points:
- Pre-treatment of gum disease and thorough bone assessment is essential for success.
- All-on-6 implants have advantages such as less bone grafting and strategic placement for stability.
- Long term success depends on patient oral hygiene and regular dental check-ups.
- Complications include infection, implant failure and nerve damage but these can be minimised with proper care and experienced practitioners.
- Patients with certain medical conditions or those taking specific medications may need additional evaluation before proceeding with implant surgery.
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