Full arch dental implants in Jordan Springs and Penrith
All-on-X replaces a whole arch of teeth with a fixed bridge supported by four to six implants. It suits people who have lost most of their teeth, or whose remaining teeth are failing, and who want something fixed rather than a denture that comes out. It is a bigger undertaking than a single implant, so it needs careful planning.
This is usually considered when
Our modern clinical treatments are customised for patients seeking durable, biomimetic restorations and relief from structural alignment concerns. Explore these common patient scenarios to see if you qualify.
- You wear a full denture and it moves when you eat or talk
- Most of your upper or lower teeth are loose, broken or failing
- Advanced gum disease means your remaining teeth can't be saved
- You're tired of treating one tooth after another
- You want teeth that stay in and don't need taking out at night
What's involved, step by step
Our modern, specialised process relies on digital precision to optimize your clinical results.
Planning
About an hour
A full examination with imaging to assess the bone in your jaw, and a discussion about what you want from treatment. You'll get a written plan and full costs before anything is booked.
Placing the implant
Several hours
Any remaining teeth are removed, the implants are placed, and in most cases a temporary fixed bridge goes on within days. Sedation is available.
Healing
Three to Six Months
The bone bonds to the implants. You wear the temporary bridge through this period and eat a softer diet. We'll see you several times to check healing.
The final bridge
A few visits
Once healing is confirmed, impressions are taken and the permanent bridge is made and fitted. It takes a few appointments to get the bite and appearance right.
Recovery and aftercare
Expect some swelling and tenderness for a few days after placement, similar to having a tooth out. Most people manage with over-the-counter pain relief and are comfortable within a week. Stick to softer foods for the first few days and keep the area clean as we show you. Implants don't decay, but the gum around them can become inflamed, so they need the same brushing, flossing and regular check-ups as your own teeth.
Days 1–3: Swelling and Bruising
Expect noticeable swelling and bruising, and soreness that eases over several days. Most people take a week off work.
Weeks 1–6: Eating and Speaking
Soft foods for several weeks. Your speech may feel odd at first while your tongue adjusts to the new shape.
Cleaning Underneath the Bridge
A fixed bridge needs a different technique to brushing natural teeth — a water flosser, interdental brushes and specific floss. We'll show you, and you'll need regular maintenance visits.
Risks and things to consider
This is significant surgery and the risks are greater than for a single implant. Infection can occur. In the lower jaw a nerve runs close to some implant sites, and injury can cause numbness of the lip or chin, which is usually temporary but can persist. In the upper jaw the sinus may be involved and need grafting. Individual implants sometimes fail to bond and must be removed and replaced, which delays the final bridge. The bridge itself can chip or fracture and will need repair or eventual replacement — it is not a one-off cost for life. Gum can recede over time and expose the junction between bridge and gum. Smoking, uncontrolled diabetes and poor cleaning all raise the risk of failure. Not everyone is suitable, and we will tell you if you are not.
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. Individual results vary.
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Treating the teeth you still have
Sometimes gum treatment can save more than you expect.
General DentistryWhat affects the cost
The main factors are whether you're treating one arch or both, how many implants are used, what the final bridge is made from, and whether extractions, grafting or a sinus lift are needed first. Sedation adds to it. So does the temporary bridge, which is separate work from the final one. This is among the largest treatments in dentistry, and you'll get the full figure and the staging in writing before you commit to anything.
HICAPS claiming on the spot
We process your private health fund rebate immediately at the counter, leaving you only to pay the remaining gap amount.
Payment plans available
Access flexible, interest-free payment options to spread the cost of your dental treatments over structured, stress-free terms.
Written quote before treatment
We provide complete transparency with a fully itemised breakdown and custom treatment plan before we begin.
Common questions
Find precise answers to frequently asked questions about our clinical dental treatments, booking protocols, and restorative wellness programs.
Will I leave with teeth on the day?
A temporary fixed bridge is fitted within 3-4 days. It isn't the final bridge, and it's deliberately a little less robust, so you'll need to eat carefully while you heal.
How long does the whole thing take?
Usually three to six months from surgery to the final bridge, because the bone needs time to bond to the implants.
Is it painful?
The surgery is done under local anaesthetic, with sedation if you want it. Afterwards expect real soreness and swelling for several days, managed with pain relief we'll prescribe.
Can I have sedation for it?
Yes. Given the length of the appointment, most people choose to. We offer happy gas, oral sedation and IV sedation.
Will it look natural?
A well-made bridge looks like teeth. We plan the shape and shade with you beforehand, and you approve the appearance at the try-in stage before it's finished.
How do I clean under it?
With a water flosser, interdental brushes and specific floss. It's a learned technique and we'll teach you. Cleaning matters more with implants than with natural teeth.
How long will it last?
Studies show most full-arch implant bridges are still functioning at ten years, but the bridge on top wears and will need repair or replacement in time. Nobody can promise a figure for an individual.
What if one implant fails?
Usually the bridge can still be supported while the site heals and a replacement implant is placed. We'd explain what happened and what it means for your timeline and costs.
Am I too old for this?
Age isn't the deciding factor. Bone volume, gum health, medical history and medications matter far more. We see plenty of patients in their seventies.
Can I do one arch now and one later?
Yes, and many people do. We'd plan it so the two arches work together when both are finished.
Who you'll see
Full arch treatment here is planned and carried out by Dr Michael Kozman. For sedation, a visiting sedationist attends and monitors you throughout.
Meet the whole team
Dr Michael Kozman, Principal Dentist
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Start with a conversation
Book a planning appointment and we'll tell you honestly whether this is the right treatment for your situation, and what the alternatives would cost.