All-on-6 Dental Implants

After a detailed consultation, photos, and 3D scans, your case is digitally planned to determine ideal implant positions. Under local anesthesia (with optional sedation), 6 titanium implants are placed in the jaw, and in many cases a fixed temporary bridge is fitted on the same day or within 24–48 hours, so you leave with stable teeth while the implants integrate with the bone.

Both options restore a full arch on a small number of implants, but All-on-6 uses 6 implants instead of 4, usually placed more evenly along the jaw. This wider support base improves load distribution and stability, and studies report higher long-term implant survival (close to 99% in some protocols) and fewer prosthetic complications compared with certain All-on-4 concepts, although All-on-6 generally requires more bone and has a higher initial cost.

Because the bridge is anchored on 6 implants, you get strong chewing power, no slipping or clicking, and no need for adhesives. The implants stimulate the jawbone and help reduce bone loss, support the cheeks and lips to avoid a “sunken” look, and the wider 6-implant support spreads chewing forces more evenly than dentures, providing extra stability for patients with stronger bites

The surgical phase for one jaw usually takes around 2–3 hours, and the temporary fixed bridge is often delivered within 1–2 days. Osseointegration (the bone fusing with the 6 implants) typically takes about 3–6 months, so the full process from first surgery to final zirconia or acrylic bridge is usually completed within roughly 4–8 months, depending on healing and whether bone grafting is needed.

With good hygiene and regular check-ups, All-on-6 implants are designed as a long-term solution. Clinical studies report success rates of over 95% at 10 years and beyond for full-arch bridges supported by 6 implants, especially when patients avoid smoking and control risk factors like diabetes and bruxism.

Possible complications include peri-implantitis (infection around the implants), early implant failure in a small percentage of cases, and mechanical problems such as screw loosening, chipping, or fracture of prosthetic teeth. Large clinical series comparing 4-implant and 6-implant full-arch restorations report high survival rates for both concepts, with All-on-6 often showing slightly fewer biological and prosthetic complications when treatment planning and hygiene are optimal

Patients who have lost most or all teeth in one jaw, have adequate jawbone density, reasonably healthy gums, and no uncontrolled systemic diseases are good candidates for an all-on-6 implant. All-on-6 is especially suitable for patients who want a fixed alternative to dentures and can support 6 implants per arch, sometimes after bone grafting if the bone is insufficient.

During surgery, local anesthesia is used, so you should not feel sharp pain, only pressure and vibration. After the procedure, most patients experience mild to moderate soreness and swelling for 3–7 days, which is usually well managed with prescribed painkillers, cold compresses, and a soft diet.

In the first 2–3 days you can expect swelling, tenderness, and sometimes minor bruising; a soft or liquid diet and avoiding strenuous exercise are recommended. Over the next 2–6 weeks, soft tissues heal and you gradually widen your diet, while long-term success depends on meticulous daily cleaning around the bridge, using tools like interdental brushes or water flossers and attending professional maintenance visits at least 1–2 times per year.

All-on-6 dental implant treatments typically range from approximately €3500 to €8,000 per arch in Turkey. The exact cost depends on several factors, including the implant brand, the type of prosthetic used (acrylic, zirconia, porcelain, or titanium bar), and whether additional procedures such as extractions or bone grafting are required.

Prices can also vary significantly between basic and all-inclusive packages, which may include temporary teeth, final restorations, accommodation, and airport transfers. For this reason, publishing a single fixed price for every patient would be misleading.

At Maltepe Dental Clinic, we provide clear, itemised treatment plans and work with a transparent dental treatment price list, so you know exactly what is included—without hidden costs or financial surprises.

To determine whether All-on-6  is suitable for your case and to receive an accurate cost estimate, please contact us for a free online consultation and a personalised treatment plan.