Restore Your Smile in a Day with Teeth-in-a-Day Near You
Imagine walking into a dental office with missing or failing teeth — and leaving just hours later with a stable, beautiful smile that feels natural and secure. Teeth-in-a-Day offers a renewed sense of freedom, confidence, and comfort. At Langley Perio & Implants, Dr. Joanie Faucher and Dr. Aleem Manji bring advanced implant dentistry and compassionate care together to create life-changing results for patients seeking a stronger, healthier smile.
Whether you’re near our top dentists in Langley, BC, or visiting us from surrounding areas like Surrey, Aldergrove, or Abbotsford, our team is here to guide you through a smooth, supportive full-arch restoration experience. If you’re ready to explore how Teeth-in-a-Day can transform your quality of life, call (604) 227-1869 to book your consultation.
Why Choose Langley Perio & Implants for Your Care
When you visit Langley Perio & Implants, you’re entering a space where warmth meets precision, and dentistry becomes a deeply personal experience. Here’s why many patients trust Dr. Joanie Faucher and Dr. Aleem Manji — and choose to make our clinic their longtime home for periodontal and implant care.
Certified Specialists With Deep Training
Both Dr. Faucher and Dr. Manji are Certified Specialists in Periodontics. After dental school, each completed at least three additional years of advanced post-graduate training in periodontology and oral implantology.
Compassionate, Patient-Focused Care
This local Langley dental practice was built around people — not procedures. Our friendly team at Langley Perio & Implants believes every patient deserves respect, understanding, and personal attention. Many patients who feel anxious or intimidated by dental work find the environment welcoming and reassuring. Take a tour of our modern dental office to see for yourself our commitment to patient comfort!
What are Teeth-in-a-Day (All-on-Four Dental Implants)?
Teeth-in-a-Day is a state-of-the-art procedure designed to restore a complete arch of upper or lower teeth using only four strategically placed dental implants. All-on-4 dental implants use these four implants to support a full prosthetic arch of replacement teeth, providing a stable and effective solution. Unlike dentures and other traditional dental implants that may require one implant for every missing tooth, the All-on-Four concept maximizes the use of available bone.
Immediate Tooth Restoration, Lasting Stability
The “Teeth-in-a-Day” part of the name refers to the ability to attach a temporary, non-removable bridge to the newly placed implants on the very same day of the surgery. After a healing period, it is replaced with a custom-crafted, permanent final restoration designed for durability and a natural appearance.
Benefits of All-on-Four Dental Implant Treatment
There are several benefits to replacing missing teeth with full arch implants:
- Immediate Functionality: Walk out with fixed, non-removable teeth on the day of surgery, eliminating the inconvenience of traditional dentures during the healing phase.
- Preserves Jawbone Health: Unlike removable dentures, dental implants help maintain facial structure and prevent the “sunken” appearance often associated with long-term tooth loss or denture wear.
- A Confident Smile: The final restoration is designed to look and feel like natural teeth, giving you a beautiful smile you can be proud to show off.
- Faster Treatment Time: Compared to conventional implant therapy, which can take six to twelve months or longer, a fixed full arch prosthesis streamlines the process significantly.
Candidacy for All-on-4 Dental Implant Surgery
Ideal Candidates for Immediate Loading Implants
You may be a strong candidate if you have:
- Multiple missing teeth or full-arch tooth loss
- Significant decay, failing dental work, or non-restorable teeth
- Moderate bone loss in the jaw (All-on-4 often works even without bone grafts)
- Healthy gums or manageable periodontal disease
- Good overall health and no uncontrolled medical conditions
- A desire for a fixed, stable, long-term tooth replacement
Bone Loss? You May Still Qualify for All-on-4 Implant Insertion
One of the biggest advantages of All-on-4 is its ability to help patients with bone loss who previously thought implants weren’t possible. The technique uses strategically angled implants placed in areas of the jaw that naturally have more bone support, often eliminating the need for grafting.
The Teeth-in-a-Day Treatment Process
1. Initial Consultation and Planning
Your journey begins with a thorough examination, including digital imaging and a discussion of your health history and smile goals. Using the CBCT scans, we meticulously map out the implant placement.
2. The Day of Dental Implant Surgery
On the day of the procedure, any remaining failing teeth are removed, and the four dental implants are strategically placed into the jawbone. Following the placement, a prefabricated or custom-milled arch of teeth (the temporary bridge) is attached to the implants.
3. Healing and Final Restoration
Over the next few months, a process called osseointegration occurs, where the bone fuses directly with the surface of the titanium implants. The initial healing time after All-on-4 dental implant surgery typically takes 3-6 months as the implants fuse to the bone through osseointegration. Once healing is complete, you will return for the final stage, where your temporary bridge is exchanged for a custom-designed permanent restoration.
Aftercare and Maintenance Tips for Teeth-in-a-Day
Follow Your Post-Op Instructions Closely
Your surgical team provides specific guidance based on your procedure and medical history. Following these directions helps minimize swelling, support healthy healing, and protect your implants during the early phase of recovery. Instructions may include medication timing, cold-compress usage, and restricted activity recommendations.
Stick to a Soft-Food Diet
During the first few weeks, the implants and surrounding bone need time to stabilize. Soft foods reduce pressure, keep you comfortable, and help the implants integrate properly.
Practice Gentle but Thorough Oral Care
Cleanliness is essential while tissues heal. You may be instructed to:
- Rinse with a warm saltwater mixture several times a day
- Use a prescribed antimicrobial rinse
- Brush gently around the surgical area
- Keep the prosthesis clean to prevent plaque buildup
Expect Mild Swelling and Discomfort
Some swelling, stiffness, or tenderness is normal. During the first few weeks after surgery, patients can expect significant tenderness, swelling, bruising, and even minor bleeding. Symptoms typically peak within 48–72 hours and improve steadily. Ice packs, approved pain medication, and adequate rest help keep you comfortable.
Avoid Smoking and Alcohol
Tobacco use and alcohol can slow healing and affect bone integration. Patients are encouraged to avoid both throughout recovery to support the long-term stability of their implants.
Frequently Asked Questions
The design of the All-on-Four system, which uses strategic angular placement of the posterior implants, is specifically intended to maximize the use of available bone. This makes it an ideal solution for many patients who might have been told they are ineligible for traditional implants due to bone deterioration.
Yes, you will have immediate function with the temporary bridge. However, we ask patients to follow a modified, softer diet for the first few months while the implants heal and fuse with the bone (osseointegration). Once your permanent final bridge is placed, you can return to a normal, healthy diet.
With proper oral hygiene and regular check-ups at Langley Perio and Implants, the dental implants themselves are designed to last a lifetime. All-on-4 dental implants are designed to last for decades, often a lifetime, with proper care.
No, getting all-on-four dental implants doesn’t hurt. The surgery is performed under various sedation options to keep you comfortable and pain-free during the procedure. Post-operative discomfort is managed effectively with medication, and most patients report that the recovery is much easier than anticipated.
Restore Your Teeth with Durable Dental Implants And Enjoy Your Smile Again
If you’ve been living with dental pain, loose dentures, or the emotional weight of hiding your smile, you deserve a fresh start — a moment where everything changes for the better. At Langley Perio & Implants, Dr. Joanie Faucher and Dr. Aleem Manji are here to help you reclaim the comfort, strength, and joy that come from a confident, secure smile.
Your transformation can begin today. Call our Langley dental office at (604) 227-1869 to schedule your consultation. Whether you’re coming from Surrey, Aldergrove, or Abbotsford, we’re here to welcome you with compassion, clarity, and a path forward you can feel hopeful about.