All-on-Six Implants — Full-arch rehabilitation

The surgery itself is performed under local anaesthesia and/or sedation, so you will not feel pain during implant placement. Post-operative discomfort — swelling, mild pain or bruising — is normal after anaesthesia wears off. We prescribe analgesics and antibiotics where appropriate and provide detailed post-op care instructions including cold packs, elevation and soft diet guidance. If severe pain or signs of infection occur, our emergency contact is available for international patients.

Surgical time depends on the case complexity. For a straightforward full-arch without extensive grafting, implant placement and provisionalisation typically take 2–4 hours per arch. If extractions, sinus lifts or bone grafts are required the procedure may take longer or be staged. Our digital planning reduces in-chair time and improves precision.

Most international patients fly home within 3–7 days depending on their individual healing and whether any additional procedures (e.g. bone grafts) were performed. We recommend a minimum of 72 hours to ensure initial haemostasis and to reduce the risk of complications related to cabin pressure. We supply a medical summary for travel and will advise individually based on your case.

Osseointegration typically takes 3–6 months. During this period the bone bonds to the implant surface. You will have a temporary prosthesis to use during healing. We schedule follow-ups to monitor integration and adjust the provisional prosthesis where needed. The final prosthesis is delivered once integration and soft tissue healing are stable.

With regular oral hygiene, professional maintenance and non-smoking behaviour, implants can last many decades and often a lifetime. The prosthetic arch materials (acrylic hybrid, zirconia or porcelain) have different lifespans and maintenance needs — high-quality materials and regular checks dramatically extend overall longevity. We provide a personalised maintenance plan.

Both are valid full-arch solutions. All-on-6 uses six implants giving wider force distribution and redundancy (helpful for higher bite forces or when bone allows). All-on-4 uses four implants and can avoid grafting in certain situations due to tilted posterior implants. The choice depends on bone quality, esthetic and functional demands — we decide case-by-case after CBCT assessment.

Good candidates are adults with multiple missing teeth, failing dentition or those who currently wear unstable dentures. Adequate bone volume or the possibility to graft is required. We review general health (diabetes control, smoking, medications such as bisphosphonates) in the initial consultation.

Bone grafting is sometimes required if there is insufficient bone for implant stability. With modern techniques (tilted implants, zygomatic implants), grafting can sometimes be avoided. If grafting is required, it is planned during diagnostics and can be performed at the same time or staged depending on the clinical situation.

Smoking increases the risk of implant failure and delays healing. Smokers can be treated but we strongly recommend quitting or at least stopping for a period before and after surgery to improve outcomes. We discuss risk mitigation during consultation.

With a provisional fixed prosthesis you can generally eat soft foods the same day or within a few days. Avoid very hard, crunchy or sticky foods for the first few weeks. We provide a phased diet plan to protect implants and provisional bridges.

Implant surgery is performed via intraoral incisions, so there are typically no external visible scars. Intraoral sutures are managed and usually dissolve or are removed within 7–14 days depending on technique.

Possible complications include infection, bleeding, temporary nerve disturbance, sinus complications (upper jaw) and implant failure. Careful planning, sterile technique and post-op follow-up minimise risks. We discuss informed consent thoroughly and supply emergency contact for international patients.

Typical international plans minimise visits: a remote initial consultation (photos + CBCT), first trip for surgery & temporary teeth (usually 3–7 days) and a second trip for the final prosthesis after 3–6 months. Some patients combine recovery visits with holidays and return for the final stage as preferred.

Lower treatment prices in Turkey reflect reduced clinic overheads, different labour costs and a competitive dental tourism market — not lower quality. The Pearl Clinic uses premium implant systems, experienced clinicians and international sterilisation standards. Even with travel and accommodation, many UK patients save significantly.

Yes. For UK patients we offer a free online consultation. Send intraoral photos and, if possible, a CBCT/OPG via WhatsApp (+90 531 992 35 73) or use our contact form. We return a personalised plan and package quote including transfers & hotel options.