“Can you replace all molar teeth with implants?”

Yes, it is possible to replace all your molars with dental implants. Dental implants provide a strong, stable foundation to restore the function and aesthetics of missing molars, allowing you to chew comfortably and maintain jawbone health. At Elite Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery of Oklahoma, Dr. Jeremy Egan, DMD, MD, offers various implant options to meet individual needs, especially for patients missing multiple teeth.

Options for Replacing All Molars with Implants
Individual Implants for Each Molar
If you’re looking for a solution that closely mimics natural teeth, individual implants can be placed for each missing molar. This approach provides maximum stability and maintains natural spacing, which is especially beneficial for patients with strong jawbone density. However, this can be costly and may require extensive planning.

Implant-Supported Bridges
Instead of placing an implant for each molar, an implant-supported bridge can be a more cost-effective solution. This involves placing fewer implants (typically two) on each side of the arch to support a bridge that replaces multiple adjacent molars. This option provides excellent chewing function and stability with fewer implants.

All-on-4 or All-on-6 Full-Arch Restoration
For patients missing all molars and possibly additional teeth, the All-on-4 or All-on-6 technique can replace an entire arch (upper or lower) with fewer implants. Four to six implants are strategically placed to support a full set of teeth, offering stability and a natural appearance. This option may be ideal if you are missing multiple adjacent teeth or considering a full-arch replacement.

Factors to Consider
Bone Density and Jaw Health
Replacing multiple molars with implants requires adequate bone density in the jaw. Dr. Egan will assess your jawbone health with advanced imaging (such as a 3D cone beam CT scan) to determine whether bone grafting is needed before placing implants.

Cost and Procedure Complexity
Placing individual implants for each molar can be more expensive and time-intensive. Implant-supported bridges and full-arch restorations can reduce the number of implants needed, often making them more affordable while still providing excellent results.

Long-Term Maintenance
Implants are low-maintenance compared to removable dentures, but it’s essential to maintain good oral hygiene and regular dental check-ups to ensure long-term success.

Benefits of Replacing All Molars with Implants
Improved Chewing and Comfort: Implants restore full chewing function, allowing you to enjoy a wider variety of foods without discomfort.
Jawbone Preservation: Implants stimulate the jawbone, helping to prevent bone loss that often occurs after multiple extractions.
Natural Aesthetics and Function: Implants look and feel like natural teeth, offering a permanent, aesthetically pleasing solution.
Dr. Jeremy Egan and the team at Elite Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery of Oklahoma will work with you to create a personalized treatment plan based on your goals, jawbone health, and budget. Whether you choose individual implants, implant-supported bridges, or a full-arch solution, you can regain function and confidence with a strong, natural-looking smile.

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It depends on several factors. The first factor is how much bone you have available and the quality of it. On the top, it depends on how low the sinuses are and whether a sinus lift can be done to push them up and create additional space for an implant to be placed. On the bottom one factor is where the nerve is. Another factor is medical - do you have any chronic disease, for instance diabetes, that would affect your ability to heal. Do you smoke? That affects your ability to heal, as well. The best person to answer your question would be an oral surgeon, periodontist, or whoever you're considering for the implants.

If there is enough bone, implants can be used to replace molars, or all teeth, or a single tooth. An implant supported bridge could have a "pontic" supported by an implant on either side. That would get you 3 chewing teeth supported by only 2 implants

Yes, it is possible to replace all your molar teeth with implants. First, you would need to determine with your dentist whether you're a candidate for implants and what treatment plan is most appropriate to reach your goals.

Yes, as long as you have enough bone to support them. (and have no health issues that could prevent implant success) Dr. Conrad

You can, yes. Please see an Oral surgeon and trained dentist to restore the implants. It is a very nice procedure and amazing if done by good professionals. I would stay away from clinics or chain dentistry clinics, due to high turnover and the sales tactic they use. 

Yes, you can, but it is not always advisable to place one implant for every missing tooth. Sometimes an implant bridge is a better option. A lot depends upon the bone and tissue contours. This is a discussion to have with your dentist who can then either place the implants him/herself or coordinate treatment with a surgeon. I hope this helps.

Yes.  All molars can be replaced with implants.  Implants are usually the best answer for replacing missing teeth.  Missing molars puts extra strain on the front teeth.  Front teeth are not designed to grind like molars and you shorten the life span of the front teeth when you are missing back teeth.  Dr. Mary SwiftDallas Laser Dentistrywww.dallascosmeticdentist.us