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All-on-6 dental implants follow the same fundamental principle as All-on-4: a full arch of fixed prosthetic teeth supported entirely by implants anchored in the jaw bone, without the movement, discomfort, or dietary limitations of conventional dentures. The difference is in the number of implants used. By adding two more implants to the support structure, All-on-6 distributes the load of the full arch prosthesis across six points rather than four, delivering a more robust foundation for patients who want maximum implant support, have sufficient bone across the arch, or carry higher than average bite forces.
At Smile On Dental Clinic in Al Satwa, Dubai, All-on-6 treatment is delivered by a specialist team. Dr. Amit Gupta, a DHA-licensed specialist in oral and maxillofacial surgery, performs the surgical placement of all six implants. Dr. Rahul Patel, a DHA-licensed specialist prosthodontist, designs and fits the full arch restoration. This page explains how All-on-6 works, who it suits, how it differs from All-on-4, and what All-on-6 dental implants cost in Dubai.
All-on-6 dental implants are a full arch tooth replacement system that uses six implants per arch to anchor a complete fixed prosthesis. The six implants are distributed across the jaw in positions that maximise contact with available bone and create a stable, evenly loaded platform for the full arch of prosthetic teeth attached on top.
Compared to All-on-4, which uses two vertical anterior implants and two angled posterior implants, All-on-6 places the additional two implants in the mid-arch positions. These extra implants serve two purposes. First, they increase the total number of load-bearing contact points between the prosthesis and the bone, which reduces the stress on each individual implant under chewing forces. Second, they provide an additional margin of security: if one implant in a six-implant system were to experience a problem during or after integration, the remaining five implants can continue to support the prosthesis while the issue is managed, whereas losing one implant in a four-implant system has a greater impact on the overall structure.
The full arch prosthesis attached to the six implants is typically fabricated from zirconia, which combines the strength required to withstand full arch biting forces with the aesthetics of a natural-looking set of teeth. In most cases a temporary prosthesis is fitted on the same day as surgery, meaning the patient leaves the clinic with a complete fixed set of teeth. The final permanent prosthesis is fitted after full integration, typically three to six months later.
All-on-6 is appropriate for patients requiring full arch tooth replacement who meet the bone and clinical criteria for the additional posterior implants. It is particularly well suited to the following patient profiles:
All-on-6 requires adequate bone volume in the posterior positions of the arch because the implants in those positions are typically placed at a straighter angle than the angled posterior implants in All-on-4. Patients with severe posterior bone loss may still be better served by All-on-4 or may require bone grafting before All-on-6 can be considered. Dr. Amit Gupta assesses bone volume and the clinical suitability for All-on-6 versus All-on-4 using a CBCT scan at the consultation appointment, giving each patient a clear, evidence-based recommendation rather than a default preference.
The All-on-6 treatment process at Smile On Dental Clinic in Al Satwa follows a structured sequence that mirrors the All-on-4 protocol, with the additional planning required for six implant positions.
The process begins with a full clinical examination and a three-dimensional CBCT scan of the jaw. This scan gives Dr. Amit Gupta the data needed to plan all six implant positions digitally, assessing bone volume and density at each planned site and identifying any anatomical structures that need to be avoided. Dr. Rahul Patel assesses the prosthetic requirements and designs the temporary arch prosthesis. A complete treatment plan and itemised cost breakdown are presented before any commitment is made.
If remaining teeth need to be extracted before the All-on-6 can be placed, this is typically combined with the implant placement in a single surgical session to minimise the number of procedures. The timing of extractions is planned by Dr. Amit Gupta as part of the overall treatment sequence.
Under local anaesthesia, with sedation available for patients who require it, Dr. Amit Gupta places all six implants using a 3D surgical guide fabricated from the CBCT data. The guide ensures each implant is placed at the exact planned position, depth, and angle. Primary stability is measured intraoperatively across all six implants to confirm the system is ready for immediate loading.
When primary stability is confirmed, the pre-fabricated temporary arch prosthesis is fitted to all six implants on the same day as surgery. The bite is carefully adjusted by Dr. Rahul Patel so the temporary arch does not place excessive loading on the integrating implants during the healing period. The patient leaves the clinic with a complete fixed set of teeth on the day of surgery.
Over the following three to six months, all six implants integrate with the surrounding bone. Regular monitoring appointments at the Al Satwa clinic confirm healing progress. Patients follow a soft food protocol for the first six to eight weeks. The temporary arch remains in place throughout the integration period.
Once full integration is confirmed, Dr. Rahul Patel takes a final impression or digital scan and designs the permanent zirconia full arch prosthesis. This is fabricated to precise specifications in the dental laboratory and fitted at the final appointment. The bite is thoroughly checked and adjusted. From this point the patient has a fully permanent, fixed, and functional set of teeth supported by six integrated implants.
The most common question patients ask when considering All-on-6 is whether the two additional implants are genuinely worth the additional investment, or whether All-on-4 delivers an equivalent result at a lower cost.
The answer depends on the individual patient, and both systems have strong long-term track records when applied to the right cases. Here is how the two differ across the factors that matter clinically:
Load distribution across the arch: Six implants spread the bite load more evenly than four. Each individual implant in an All-on-6 system bears less stress per chewing cycle than each implant in an All-on-4 system. For patients with strong bite forces, particularly those with a history of bruxism or heavy chewing, this reduced per-implant stress is a meaningful advantage for long-term implant and prosthesis survival.
Bone requirements: All-on-4 uses angled rear implants specifically designed to bypass areas of reduced posterior bone. All-on-6 places implants including in the posterior positions and requires adequate bone in those areas. For patients with good bone across the full arch, All-on-6 is the preferred system. For patients with reduced posterior bone, All-on-4 is the more practical solution.
Prosthesis span: A prosthesis supported by six implants has a shorter span between support points than one supported by four implants. A shorter span means less cantilever force at the ends of the prosthesis, which reduces the mechanical stress on both the prosthesis itself and the implants at the extremities of the arch.
System resilience: If one implant in a six-implant system fails to integrate or requires removal, the remaining five implants can often still support the prosthesis while the issue is resolved. In a four-implant system, the loss of one implant has a proportionally greater impact on the overall support structure.
Cost: All-on-6 costs more than All-on-4 because it uses two additional implants and involves more surgical time. For patients where either system is clinically viable, the cost difference and the clinical advantages of All-on-6 are both discussed clearly by Dr. Amit Gupta and Dr. Rahul Patel at the consultation so the patient can make an informed decision.
Specialist Team for Surgical and Restorative Components All-on-6 at Smile On Dental Clinic is a two-specialist process. Dr. Amit Gupta plans and performs the placement of all six implants with the precision that a six-implant configuration across the full arch requires. Dr. Rahul Patel engineers the prosthesis with the occlusal precision needed for a six-implant supported arch to function correctly under long-term chewing forces. Both specialists are DHA-licensed and practice at the Al Satwa clinic, which means the surgical and restorative planning happens in direct communication rather than across separate practices.
3D Digital Planning and Guided Surgery for Six Implants Every All-on-6 case is planned using a CBCT scan that allows Dr. Amit Gupta to position all six implants digitally before surgery. A 3D surgical guide is fabricated from the plan and used intraoperatively to ensure each implant is placed at the exact planned position and depth. For a six-implant system where the position of each implant determines the fit and load distribution of the prosthesis, this level of pre-surgical precision is clinically essential.
Same Day Fixed Teeth in Most Cases In the majority of All-on-6 cases at Smile On Dental Clinic, primary stability across all six implants is achieved at surgery and the temporary arch prosthesis is fitted on the same day. Patients leave the clinic with a complete, fixed, functional set of teeth. The soft food protocol and post-operative schedule are communicated clearly before the surgical day.
Full Range of Full Arch Options Available Patients evaluating All-on-6 alongside All-on-4, same day implants, or other full arch solutions can have all options assessed at a single consultation at Smile On Dental Clinic. The clinic offers the complete range of implant solutions and does not steer patients toward any particular system without a clinical basis for the recommendation.
Central Dubai Location Smile On Dental Clinic is located in Al Satwa, accessible from Jumeirah, Downtown Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road, and DIFC. For patients attending multiple appointments across the All-on-6 process over several months, the central location and clinic parking make attendance as manageable as possible.
Dr. Amit Gupta is the implant surgeon at Smile On Dental Clinic. As a DHA-licensed specialist in oral and maxillofacial surgery, he plans and performs All-on-6 implant placement using CBCT-guided surgical protocols. For All-on-6 cases, his surgical planning involves positioning six implants across the full arch in a configuration that maximises bone contact, avoids anatomical structures, and creates the load distribution geometry that the prosthesis design requires. He works directly with Dr. Rahul Patel from the planning stage so the surgical and restorative components of the treatment are engineered as a single integrated system.
Dr. Rahul Patel designs and fits both the temporary and permanent full arch prostheses for All-on-6 cases at Smile On Dental Clinic. The prosthetic demands of a six-implant supported arch require specialist-level knowledge of occlusal engineering: the prosthesis must be designed so that bite forces are distributed correctly across all six implants under the full range of jaw movements. Dr. Patel’s specialist prosthodontic training is directly relevant to this and is what differentiates a well-engineered All-on-6 prosthesis from one that fractures or overloads the implants over time.
All-on-4 Dental Implants Dubai: For patients with reduced posterior bone volume or those looking for a cost-effective full arch solution, All-on-4 uses four strategically angled implants to support a complete arch. This page covers who All-on-4 suits, how it compares to All-on-6, and what the treatment involves.
Same Day Dental Implants Dubai: For patients replacing individual missing teeth rather than a full arch, same day implants allow a temporary crown to be fitted on the day of surgery. This page covers the immediate load protocol for single and multiple tooth cases.
Dental Implants Dubai: The full dental implants hub page at Smile On Dental Clinic covering all implant types available, the complete treatment process, candidacy criteria, and dental implant costs in Dubai across all treatment categories.
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Both systems support a complete arch of fixed prosthetic teeth using implants placed on the day of surgery with a same day temporary restoration. The difference is the number of implants and their placement. All-on-4 uses four implants with the two rear implants placed at an angle to maximise bone contact in areas of reduced posterior bone. All-on-6 uses six implants distributed more evenly across the arch, providing greater load distribution, a shorter prosthesis span between support points, and added system resilience. All-on-4 is better suited to patients with reduced posterior bone. All-on-6 is the preferred choice for patients with sufficient bone across the arch who want maximum implant support.
All-on-6 supports a full arch prosthesis that typically replaces twelve teeth per arch, covering the full visible dentition from molar to molar. The six implants act as the root foundation for the entire arch, and the prosthesis attached to them functions as a complete, fixed set of teeth. For patients treating both arches, two separate All-on-6 restorations are placed, one in the upper jaw and one in the lower, each supported by six implants.
The six titanium implants, once integrated with the jaw bone, are permanent. The full arch prosthesis attached to them is fixed and non-removable by the patient, which means it functions like natural teeth in terms of stability and feel. The prosthesis itself may require maintenance or replacement after ten to fifteen years depending on the material used and the patient’s bite forces, but the implants are designed to last a lifetime with proper care and regular professional monitoring at Smile On Dental Clinic.
The total timeline from initial consultation to fitting of the final permanent prosthesis is typically six to nine months. The consultation and CBCT scan take one appointment. Surgery and same day temporary arch fitting happen on the surgical day. The integration period is three to six months. The final permanent prosthesis is then designed and fitted in the last phase. Dr. Amit Gupta provides a clear timeline at the planning consultation so patients know exactly what to expect before committing to treatment.
All-on-6 dental implants in Dubai range from AED 30,000 to AED 50,000 or more per arch depending on implant brand, prosthesis material, whether extractions are included, and CBCT imaging costs. Treating both arches doubles the per-arch figure. At Smile On Dental Clinic, the complete all-inclusive cost is provided after the CBCT assessment, covering all components with no additional fees added later. Phased payment arrangements are available for patients undergoing this level of treatment.
Patients who have worn dentures for an extended period often have some degree of bone loss in the areas where teeth were previously present, as the jaw bone gradually resorbs without tooth roots to stimulate it. Whether All-on-6 is suitable depends on how much bone remains and where the loss has occurred. A CBCT scan at Smile On Dental Clinic measures the exact bone volume available and tells Dr. Amit Gupta whether All-on-6 is viable, whether All-on-4 is the better option, or whether bone grafting is needed before implant placement. Many patients who have worn dentures for years are still suitable for All-on-6 with the right assessment and planning.
The permanent All-on-6 prosthesis is designed to look like a natural set of teeth. It is typically fabricated from zirconia, which allows the prosthesis to be made in a shade that matches the patient’s preferred tooth colour and provides a translucency and surface texture that resembles natural tooth enamel. The gum-coloured base of the prosthesis fills in the area where the natural gum and bone have receded, so the transition between the prosthesis and the patient’s natural gum tissue looks natural and proportionate. Dr. Rahul Patel discusses the aesthetic preferences and shade selection with each patient before the final prosthesis is fabricated.
All-on-6 dental implants are available at Smile On Dental Clinic in Al Satwa, Dubai. The clinic is centrally located and accessible from Jumeirah, Downtown Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road, and DIFC. All-on-6 treatment at the clinic is delivered by Dr. Amit Gupta, a specialist oral and maxillofacial surgeon, and Dr. Rahul Patel, a specialist prosthodontist, working together as a dedicated implant team. Contact the clinic to book a consultation and CBCT assessment to confirm whether All-on-6 is the right treatment for your specific situation.
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