Alternative Options to “All on 4″ Dental Implants in Costa Rica
All on 4 dental implants in Costa Rica are an affordable option for many patients in US and Canada. As dental technology evolves, there are better alternatives to restore a fully edentulous (i.e. toothless) arch.
All on 4 dental implants treatment involves placing four implants, strategically, to support a fixed partial denture.
All-on-4 Dental Implants
This technique has got several limitations, which include lengthy procedure, need for surgical intervention, and several appointments (visits) with the dentist.
On the other hand “All on 8” dental implant technique, provided by OCO biomedical (the dental implant manufactures), involves the placement of eight dental implants.
Advantages of “All on 8” Dental Implants over “All on 4” Dental Implants
The underlying advantage of this technique is that it provides better support to the implant (i.e. at eight sites/locations).
This distributes the pressure of the implant across the eight implant locations, which enhances longevity and improves the overall outcome.
- Fast-track solution for toothless patients
- No surgical intervention required
- Shorter procedure duration
- Fewer visits to the dentist for installation
- Cost savings of over 70% over the All on 4 implant procedure.
- “All on 8” dental implant technology allows immediate loading and is accredited by the ADA.
- “All on 8 technique” uses dental bridges with crowns, unlike the “All on 4” technique which uses acrylic dentures.
- “All on 8 implant” procedure requires fewer appointments with the dentist, doesn’t require any surgical intervention for the removal of bone tissue and hence is completely painless.
- Further, temporary dentures are to be worn for only eight to ten days, unlike the “All on 4” technique which requires temporary dentures to be worn for as long as six months.
- The technique offers additional advantages like greater acceptability among smokers and allows the consumption of all types of foods almost immediately.
Why Costa Rica for Dental Implant Surgery?
Costa Rica is one of the most preferred destinations when it comes to dental and cosmetic surgeries.
Costa Rica has highly trained dental surgeons who are supported by the latest high-tech equipment and medical technology, which measures up to international quality standards.
Getting a dental implant done in Costa Rica can save costs of dental procedures by as much as 50% to 70%.
The expense of “All on 8” dental implant in Costa Rica includes the round trip airfare, hotel stay for over a week, and a short tour visit around the country.
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