All-on-6 dental Implants in Turkey | Procedure, results and price

What is All-on-6 exactly?

All-on-6 consists of anchoring a full dental prosthesis into six titanium implants strategically placed in the maxillary or mandibular bone. Compared with All-on-4, the two additional implants better distribute chewing forces and provide a more robust anchorage, making it an attractive option for patients with somewhat reduced bone density, without the systematic need for a prior bone graft.

Expected results

The results of an All-on-6 are assessed on two levels, and it is worth distinguishing them:

Functionally:

• Restoration of stable chewing, close to that of natural dentition, once osseointegration is complete (generally between 3 and 6 months).
• Full fixation of the prosthesis: without the shifting or discomfort typical of a removable denture.
• Noticeable improvement in speech for patients who had pronunciation difficulties due to lack of dental support.

Aesthetically:

• A smile with natural proportions, designed according to the patient's facial morphology.
• A color and texture of the prosthetic teeth that mimic natural enamel.
• Restored lip support, which often visibly rejuvenates the lower third of the face.

The provisional prosthesis is placed on the same day as the surgery, allowing you to leave the clinic with fixed teeth. The definitive prosthesis, more resistant and precisely adjusted, is fitted after the healing period, between 3 and 6 months later.

Are you a candidate? Eligibility criteria

Not all patients with tooth loss are automatic candidates for this technique. During the teleconsultation and, above all, after the panoramic X-ray at the clinic, the surgeon evaluates several criteria:

• Available bone volume: a sufficient amount of bone is needed to anchor the six implants with primary stability. When volume is insufficient, a prior bone graft may be recommended or, in some cases, zygomatic implants may be considered.
• General health status: uncontrolled diabetes, certain autoimmune diseases, or bisphosphonate treatments may require additional precautions or contraindicate the procedure.
• Smoking: smoking delays healing and increases the risk of implant failure. It is not an absolute contraindication, but the surgeon usually recommends reducing or stopping consumption before and after the operation.
• Gum health: active periodontitis must be treated before placing implants.

Each case is studied individually: the final decision is always made after the clinical and radiological examination.

Complementary procedures before All-on-6

Depending on the condition of your mouth, some preliminary steps may be necessary:

• Tooth extraction: teeth too damaged to be preserved are removed, often on the same day as the surgery.
• Bone graft or sinus lift: when bone volume is insufficient, the jaw is augmented before or during implant placement.
• Combined protocol: extraction, grafting, and implant placement in a single session to reduce the overall treatment duration.
• Staged protocol: when the case requires it, with a healing time between each phase.

The procedure, step by step

It all begins with a personalized examination, which includes a panoramic X-ray (and, in certain cases, a 3D scan) to precisely assess bone and dental status. Based on these results, the treatment plan is defined with you: exact number of implants, need for complementary procedures, schedule, and detailed budget.

Once the plan is validated, the procedure proceeds as follows:

1. Anesthesia and preparation: local anesthesia (or sedation depending on the case) is administered to ensure a pain-free procedure. If necessary, remaining teeth are extracted.
2. Implant placement: the six titanium implants are inserted according to a precise surgical plan calculated to optimize the distribution of chewing forces.
3. Immediate provisional prosthesis: at the end of the procedure, a provisional prosthesis is secured. You leave the clinic with fixed teeth and a presentable smile from day one.

The procedure typically lasts between two and four hours, depending on the complexity of the case and the number of complementary procedures performed in the same session.

Materials for the All-on-6 prosthesis: which to choose?

The choice of material for the final prosthesis directly influences aesthetics, durability and budget:

The implants themselves are usually manufactured in grade 4 or 5 titanium, a material that has demonstrated decades of reliability in implantology due to its mechanical strength and excellent osseointegration.

After the operation: what to expect

During the first days it is normal to notice swelling, sensitivity, and slight discomfort in the treated area; these are part of the healing process and subside gradually with the care recommended by the dentist.

Recommendations for the following weeks:

• Follow a soft diet and avoid hard or crunchy foods for the first few months.
• Avoid tobacco and alcohol for at least two weeks.
• Do not consume very hot or very cold drinks.
• Take paracetamol for discomfort, as prescribed.
• Maintain rigorous oral hygiene from day one.

Why have your All-on-6 in Turkey?

The cost savings of up to 70% compared to France or Germany are real, but reducing Turkey to a matter of price would be unfair to the quality of care available:

• Concentration of clinical experience: Istanbul brings together one of the largest volumes of All-on-6 procedures in Europe and the Middle East, with surgeons performing this protocol weekly rather than occasionally.
• State-of-the-art equipment: 3D scanners, digital surgical guides, and prosthetic labs integrated into the same clinic, which speeds up timelines without sacrificing precision.
• "All-inclusive" protocol: accommodation, transfers, interpreters, and postoperative follow-up are organized in a single package, with no last-minute surprises.

Durability and warranties

Well maintained, titanium implants can last more than 15–20 years, and even a lifetime in many cases, thanks to osseointegration with the bone. The prosthesis mounted on them has a different service life depending on the material: resin usually requires replacement every 5–7 years, while a zirconia prosthesis can remain in good condition for 10–15 years or more with regular check-ups.

Clinics associated with Turquie Santé offer variable warranties depending on the establishment and the type of implant used (usually between 5 and 10 years on the implants and specific warranties on the prosthesis). Before the procedure, we provide you in writing with the exact warranty conditions of the selected clinic, so you can make your decision with all the information.

Advantages of All-on-6

The All-on-6 treatment offers several advantages compared to traditional solutions for replacing a full dental arch:

• Speed: a fixed set of teeth in a single day, without the long waits of traditional tooth-by-tooth treatments.
• Enhanced stability: six anchor points instead of four, for better load distribution.
• Fewer graft surgeries: thanks to the implant distribution, the systematic use of bone grafts is often avoided.
• Simple maintenance: daily care comparable to that of natural teeth.
• Favorable cost-to-result ratio: an optimized protocol that reduces the number of necessary interventions.