- Marietta, GA
Have years of decay, gum disease or wear left an entire row of your teeth failing at the same time? Have you been told that most of your upper or lower teeth are beyond saving? Fixing them one by one can feel like an endless project.
There may be a better option. At Elevation Dental and Aesthetics, full arch reconstruction in Marietta, GA restores a complete arch of teeth in one comprehensive plan, bringing back the look, feel and function of your smile in one focused effort.
An arch is a full row of teeth, either the upper or the lower set. When most or all of the teeth in that row are failing or already missing, full arch reconstruction, which rebuilds them together as a unit, is often far wiser than treating them separately.
Today, full arch reconstruction is usually accomplished by anchoring a complete set of new teeth to a small number of dental implants placed strategically along the jaw. Those implants act as sturdy roots, supporting the entire arch with remarkable stability. The ADA offers an overview of dental implants, and the FDA shares what to know before implant treatment.
The new teeth are made as one connected piece, often called a fixed implant bridge. Many patients know it as permanent dentures, because unlike a traditional denture, it never comes out at home. It attaches securely to the implants and stays in your mouth at all times; only your dentist removes it during checkups.
Because the arch draws its strength from the implants rather than resting on the gums, it stays firmly in place while you eat, speak and laugh.
There’s nothing to take out at night and no adhesive. You brush it in place.
The implants stimulate the jawbone, helping slow the bone loss that follows missing teeth.
Each arch is designed to suit your face, lips and smile.
If you’d prefer a denture you can take out for cleaning, removable implant supported dentures such as Locator dentures are another option, and we’ll compare both with you.
Full arch reconstruction is designed for situations where an entire arch needs more support than individual repairs can provide. Patients often come to us with:
Widespread decay and multiple failing restorations across one row
Teeth lost gradually to gum disease, with only a few remaining that can no longer do their job
The prospect of losing most of an arch and a wish to plan ahead
Years of struggling with a traditional denture and a desire for something more stable and permanent
If any of this sounds familiar, it doesn’t mean you’re out of options. It means an arch-wide approach is likely to serve you better than an isolated fix.
Full arch reconstruction adapts to what you need. Some patients need just one arch rebuilt, while their opposing teeth remain healthy enough to keep. Others need both arches restored with full mouth dental implants for a complete transformation.
Treating a single arch lets us focus where it matters most while preserving the healthy teeth that still work.
When both arches need attention, we coordinate them into one plan so your bite, appearance and comfort come together.
If your needs go beyond replacing teeth, such as bite or gum concerns, our full mouth reconstruction approach brings those treatments together too.
Our goal is never a row of obvious, artificial-looking teeth. It’s a natural, balanced smile that suits your face. We consider the shape of your face, the line of your lips, the proportions that look right for you and a shade that looks natural.
Modern imaging and planning tools let us map your treatment in advance. In many cases, we can preview the outcome before treatment begins, which makes the process feel clearer and more comfortable.
We review your history, examine your teeth, gums and jawbone with advanced imaging and design a plan for one arch or both.
Any teeth that can’t be saved are removed, and if bone has thinned, bone grafting may help rebuild support.
Our guided implant surgery uses digital planning to help place each implant precisely. We offer nitrous oxide and other sedation dentistry options to keep you relaxed.
In many cases, we provide a temporary set of teeth during healing so you’re never without a smile.
Once the implants have fused with the bone, we attach your custom permanent dentures.
Full arch reconstruction is a significant undertaking, often unfolding over several visits. We’ll treat you with respect and without judgment at every step, and we’ll explain each phase before it begins.
Brush your new teeth twice a day, clean around the implants and under the bridge as we show you, and keep up with regular checkups and cleanings. If you grind your teeth, ask us about a nightguard to protect your new smile.
Often, yes. “Permanent dentures” is a common name for the fixed teeth used in full arch reconstruction. The new teeth attach to implants anchored in your jaw and stay in place. Only your dentist removes them during checkups.
A full arch is usually supported by a small number of implants. The exact number depends on your jawbone and your plan, and we’ll recommend what’s right for you at your consultation.
A fixed implant bridge stays in your mouth at all times. Removable implant supported dentures snap onto implants and come out for cleaning.
Often, yes. Bone grafting can rebuild support in many cases. We’ll evaluate your jawbone during your consultation.
In many cases, yes. We can often provide a temporary set of teeth during healing so you’re never without a smile.
If you’ve been told an entire arch of teeth is failing, the first step is a thorough evaluation. Contact Elevation Dental and Aesthetics in Marietta to schedule your consultation and find out if full arch reconstruction is the right path for you.
