How Does the All-Teeth-on-X Procedure Improve Jawbone Health?

If you’ve been exploring solutions for missing teeth, you’ve likely come across the All-Teeth-on-X procedure—a full-arch implant treatment that replaces an entire set of teeth. But what many people don’t realise is that this procedure doesn’t just restore your smile—it actually plays a key role in improving jawbone health as well.

At Pitt Street Dental Centre in Sydney CBD, we see many patients who are experiencing significant tooth loss, gum disease, or failing teeth. In these cases, the jawbone can also be affected. Let’s dive into how All-Teeth-on-X can help restore both your smile and your bone health.

How Tooth Loss Affects the Jawbone

By the time most patients come to us for All-Teeth-on-X, they are often dealing with what’s known as terminal dentition. This means their remaining teeth are severely damaged, and the surrounding bone may already be compromised due to:

• Gum disease – Chronic infections weaken the bone that holds teeth in place.
• Tooth loss – Without natural tooth roots stimulating the jaw, the bone starts to shrink.
• Ongoing infections – Decay and abscesses can lead to further bone deterioration.

If left untreated, bone loss continues to progress, making future dental treatments more complex.

How the All-Teeth-on-X Procedure Protects Your Jawbone

This treatment is more than just an aesthetic solution—it’s designed to preserve and even improve bone health. Here’s how:

1. Removing Infected Teeth
   The first step of the All-Teeth-on-X procedure is to remove all failing teeth and active infections. This eliminates the source of ongoing bone damage, giving the jaw a fresh start.
2. Bone Grafting for Strength
   If there are significant defects in the bone, we may use bone grafting during surgery to repair and reinforce weakened areas. This ensures a solid foundation for your implants.
3. Implants Stimulate Bone Growth
   Unlike traditional dentures, which sit on top of the gums, dental implants are placed directly into the jawbone. These implants act like natural tooth roots, providing the stimulation the bone needs to stay strong and prevent further shrinkage.
4. Restoring Function & Encouraging Oral Care
   One of the most exciting benefits of All-Teeth-on-X is that it gives patients a second chance at a fully functional, healthy smile. After the procedure, most patients feel highly motivated to maintain their oral health, which further protects their implants and jawbone for the long run.

Is All-Teeth-on-X Right for You?

If you’ve been missing teeth for a long time, or if you have failing teeth that are causing pain or sensitivity, All-Teeth-on-X may be the perfect solution for you.

At Pitt Street Dental Centre, we take a customised approach to ensure your implants look and function just like natural teeth. We also assist with early release of superannuation, helping you restore your oral health sooner rather than later.

Call us or complete our booking form here to schedule a consultation and find out whether All-Teeth-on-X is right for you!

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