All-On-4 Dental Implants in Colombia
A Personalized Approach to Full-Arch Dental Implants
All-on-4 can replace a full arch of missing or failing teeth with a fixed implant-supported restoration. But four implants are not automatically the right choice for every patient.
Our implant dentists plan treatment around your oral health, available bone, bite, and restorative needs. Depending on your case, your dentist may recommend All-on-4, All-on-5, All-on-6, or another full-arch approach.
Dental Tourism Colombia coordinates both phases of treatment for international patients in Medellín, Cartagena, Bogotá, and Cali.
All-on-4 dental implant treatment completed for a Dental Tourism Colombia patient in Cali.
All-on-4 Treatment at a Glance
Treatment
Fixed full-arch implant restoration
Implants
Typically 4–6 implants per arch, depending on your treatment plan
Trips
Typically 2 trips to Colombia
Timeline
Trip 1: 4–7 days
Healing: 4–6 months
Trip 2: 4–7 days
Restoration Options
Acrylic or porcelain bridge
Locations
Medellín, Cartagena, Bogotá, and Cali
Real Full-Arch Dental Implant Results
Every full-arch case is different. These Dental Tourism Colombia patients received All-on-4, All-on-5, or All-on-6 treatment based on their individual treatment plans. Explore real results from our implant dentists in Medellín, Cartagena, and Cali.
All-on-5 full-arch dental implant restoration
Full-mouth dental implant restoration
All-on-5 dental implants, before and after
All-on-6 fixed full-arch restoration
All-on-6 dental implants, before and after
Full-mouth dental implant treatment, before and after
Cost of All-On-4 Dental Implants in Colombia
Full-arch dental implant pricing depends on the number of implants and the type of final restoration. While All-on-4 is a common option, your dentist may recommend additional implants based on your individual treatment plan.
Fixed Acrylic Bridge
| Treatment | Price |
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| All-on-4 | $6,900 |
| All-on-5 | $8,790 |
| All-on-6 | $9,580 |
Fixed Porcelain Bridge
| Treatment | Price |
|---|---|
| All-on-4 | $10,300 |
| All-on-5 | $11,090 |
| All-on-6 | $11,880 |
Prices are in USD and represent general Colombia pricing for one arch. Your final cost depends on your personalized treatment plan, treatment location, restoration material, and any additional procedures required.
Acrylic vs. Porcelain Full-Arch Restorations
The implants are only one part of full-arch treatment. The material used for your final fixed bridge also affects its appearance, feel, maintenance, and cost. Acrylic and porcelain restorations can both be used with full-arch dental implants, but they have important differences to consider with your dentist.
Fixed Acrylic Bridge
Acrylic restorations are generally lighter and less expensive than porcelain. They can also be easier to repair or adjust if damage or wear occurs over time.
Acrylic may show wear sooner than porcelain, so long-term maintenance and possible replacement should be considered when choosing your restoration.
Fixed Porcelain Bridge
Porcelain restorations provide a highly natural appearance and greater resistance to staining and wear. They typically feel more substantial and cost more than acrylic restorations.
Porcelain can be an excellent long-term restorative option, but repairs may be more involved if the restoration chips or becomes damaged.
Which material is right for you? Your dentist can help you compare restoration options based on your bite, treatment plan, aesthetic goals, maintenance considerations, and budget.
Your Full-Arch Dental Implant Timeline
A Typical Two-Trip Treatment Process
For many international patients, full-arch dental implant treatment is completed over two trips to Colombia, with a healing period between visits. Your exact timeline will depend on your treatment plan, healing, and whether additional procedures are needed.
Trip 1
About 4-7 days in Colombia
Consultation and clinical evaluation
Final treatment planning
Extractions, if needed
Bone grafting, if needed
Implant placement
Temporary restoration, when included in the treatment plan
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Healing at Home
Typically 4–6 months
Your implants heal and integrate with the jawbone before the final restoration is completed.
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Trip 2
About 4-7 days in Colombia
Final evaluation
Restorative appointments
Final full-arch restoration
Bite check and final adjustments
Most patients should plan for two trips to Colombia.
You'll return home between visits while your implants heal. Once your dentist confirms that healing has progressed appropriately, you'll return to Colombia for the restorative phase of treatment.
All-on-4 vs. All-on-6: What’s the Difference?
All-on-4 and All-on-6 both use dental implants to support a fixed full-arch restoration. The main difference is the number of implants used to support the new teeth.
More implants are not automatically better. Your dentist will determine the appropriate number and position of implants based on factors such as your available bone, jaw anatomy, bite, existing teeth, and overall treatment plan.
This is why a patient who begins a consultation asking about All-on-4 may ultimately receive a recommendation for All-on-5, All-on-6, or another full-arch approach.
All-on-4
Four implants support a fixed full-arch restoration.
All-on-5
Five implants may be recommended when the treatment plan calls for additional implant support.
All-on-6
Six implants may be recommended based on the patient's anatomy, available bone, and restorative plan.
Are You a Candidate for All-on-4 Dental Implants?
All-on-4 may be an option for patients who have lost most or all of their teeth, or whose remaining teeth have a poor long-term prognosis. It can also be considered when failing teeth need to be removed as part of a full-arch treatment plan.
Your dentist will need to evaluate your oral health, available bone, bite, medical history, and any remaining teeth before recommending treatment. X-rays or a CT scan may also be needed to evaluate the jawbone and plan implant placement.
Some patients may need additional procedures, such as extractions or bone grafting, while others may be better suited for a different number or configuration of implants.
Your dentist will evaluate:
Remaining teeth
Whether existing teeth can or should be preserved.
Bone and anatomy
The amount and location of bone available for implant placement.
Bite and restoration
How the final full-arch restoration should function and be supported.
Overall health
Medical history and other factors that may affect implant treatment or healing.
Find Out If You're a Candidate
Send us photos of your teeth and any recent X-rays or scans you already have. A dentist will review your case and provide initial treatment recommendations.
Meet Our Full-Arch Implant Dentists in Colombia
Dental Tourism Colombia works with implant dentists in Medellín, Cartagena, Bogotá, and Cali. Your dentist will evaluate your individual case and develop a treatment plan based on your oral health, available bone, bite, and restorative needs.
What Our Full-Arch Implant Patients Say
Hear from Dental Tourism Colombia patients who traveled to Colombia for All-on-4, All-on-6, and other full-arch implant treatment.
★★★★★
“I cannot recommend getting dental implants in Colombia enough. The experience surpassed my expectations in every way.”
David S.
Google Review
★★★★★
“I had my dental implants placed, and she took the time to explain the entire process clearly…”
Kenneth Small
Google Review
★★★★★
“The entire process with Dr. Ossa and her team was seamless. I had the implant surgery on my second day there!”
Dionne Forbes
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Ready to Explore Your Options?
Start with a free online consultation and receive personalized treatment recommendations from one of our dentists.
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All-on-4 is a full-arch treatment approach in which four dental implants support a fixed restoration that replaces an entire upper or lower arch of teeth. It may be an option for patients who are missing most or all of their teeth or whose remaining teeth have a poor long-term prognosis.
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Our general Colombia pricing is $6,900 per arch for All-on-4 with a fixed acrylic bridge and $10,300 per arch with a fixed porcelain bridge. Your final cost depends on your individual treatment plan, treatment location, restoration material, and whether additional procedures such as extractions or bone grafting are required.
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All-on-4 specifically uses four implants, but four implants are not automatically the right choice for every patient. After evaluating your available bone, jaw anatomy, bite, remaining teeth, and restorative needs, your dentist may recommend All-on-4, All-on-5, All-on-6, or another full-arch approach.
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The primary difference is the number of implants supporting the full-arch restoration. All-on-4 uses four implants, while All-on-6 uses six. More implants are not automatically better. The appropriate number and position of implants should be determined by your dentist based on your individual case.
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Full-arch implant treatment typically requires two trips to Colombia. Patients generally spend about 4–7 days in Colombia for the first phase, return home for approximately 4–6 months of healing, and then return for another 4–7 days for the restorative phase. Your exact schedule may vary based on your treatment plan and healing.
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A temporary restoration may be provided during the healing period when it is appropriate and included in your treatment plan. Temporary restorations are not automatically included in every case or in the general prices shown on this page, so your dentist will explain what is planned for the period between your two trips.
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Possibly. Having remaining teeth does not automatically rule out full-arch implant treatment. Your dentist will evaluate whether those teeth can and should be preserved or whether extraction should be considered as part of a full-arch treatment plan.
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Not every patient needs bone grafting. Your dentist will evaluate the amount and location of available bone using your clinical examination and appropriate dental imaging. If additional bone is needed for the planned implant positions, grafting may be recommended and would affect your treatment plan and cost.
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Both can be used for fixed full-arch restorations. Acrylic is generally lighter, less expensive, and can be easier to repair or adjust. Porcelain offers greater resistance to staining and wear and typically costs more. Your dentist can help you compare the options based on your bite, treatment plan, aesthetic goals, maintenance considerations, and budget.
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Dental Tourism Colombia coordinates dental implant treatment in Medellín, Cartagena, Bogotá, and Cali. Your treatment location can be discussed during the consultation process based on your case and travel plans.
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The first step is a clinical evaluation. You can begin with Dental Tourism Colombia's free online consultation by submitting photos of your teeth along with any recent X-rays or scans you already have. A dentist will review your case and provide initial treatment recommendations. Additional imaging or an in-person examination may be necessary before the final treatment plan is confirmed.
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Contact Dental Tourism Colombia if you experience a problem after treatment so the situation can be reviewed and the appropriate next steps can be determined. Dental Tourism Colombia currently provides a three-year warranty on dental implants, subject to the terms and conditions of our dental work warranty.