If you’re missing most or all of your teeth and wondering whether full mouth dental implants could work for you, the answer depends on a few specific factors.
Many patients are surprised to learn that the evaluation is more straightforward than they expected. Our oral surgeons take time during every candidacy evaluation to give you a realistic picture of your options.
Schedule a consultation with Utah Facial & Oral Surgery to find out whether full arch implants are right for you.
Bone Density and Gum Health
Bone loss after tooth loss is common. It doesn’t automatically take full arch implants off the table. Implants anchor directly into the jawbone, so adequate bone density is one of the first things our oral surgeons assess.
Bone grafting can often restore enough volume to support implant placement. It adds a step to the process, but for many patients it’s what makes the procedure possible.
Gum health matters just as much. If periodontal disease is present, our oral surgeons typically address it before or alongside implant treatment so the surrounding tissue is stable and ready to support a healthy outcome.
What Candidacy Means for Daily Life
Most patients considering full mouth implants are motivated by something specific.
Favorite foods that became difficult with missing teeth or loose-fitting dentures are often back on the table once healing is complete. Implants are designed to function like natural teeth and, with proper care, can serve you well for decades.
Implant surgery asks your body to heal around a post that becomes part of your jaw, and conditions such as uncontrolled diabetes can affect that process.
Our oral surgeons review your medical history thoroughly as part of the evaluation so any considerations are built into your treatment plan from the start. For most patients, a health condition is a planning factor, not a disqualifying one.
How Many Teeth Are Missing
Full arch treatment is generally designed for patients who are missing most or all of the teeth in one arch, upper or lower. If you still have some remaining teeth in reasonably good condition, they may factor into the treatment plan. Our oral surgeons don’t remove natural teeth unnecessarily. The goal is always the approach that serves your oral health best.
A thorough exam is the most reliable way to determine whether full arch implants fit your situation or whether a smaller-scale option makes more sense.
Why Choose Utah Facial & Oral Surgery
At Utah Facial & Oral Surgery, our team gathers the information that helps you and your surgeon make a decision together rather than arriving with a fixed answer before the appointment begins.
Dr. Christopher Price, Dr. Nathan Adams, and Dr. Michael Gladwell each hold dual medical and dental degrees, a combination that reflects surgical training uncommon in most practices. Dr. Adams and Dr. Gladwell completed fellowship training at the Mayo Clinic, bringing that level of rigor to patients in Salt Lake City, South Jordan, and Lehi. Having three surgeons with this background under one roof means complex cases and patients with significant health considerations receive the kind of careful, thorough evaluation that is rare anywhere in the region.
Coverage varies by individual insurance policy. Our team will go over what is available at your consultation. Financing options through Cherry and CareCredit are also available to help make treatment accessible.
Contact Utah Facial & Oral Surgery to schedule your consultation at our Salt Lake City, South Jordan, or Lehi locations and get a clear answer on whether full mouth dental implants are right for you.
