Problem: Missing a full arch of teeth can make chewing, speaking, and smiling more difficult.
Solution: All-on-6 implants replace a full upper or lower arch with a stable implant-supported restoration.
Problem: Loose dentures can shift while eating or speaking. They may also cause sore spots or require daily adhesive.
Solution: All-on-6 implants support a fixed arch, which helps reduce movement and improve daily comfort.
Problem: Several damaged, infected, or unstable teeth can affect chewing function, comfort, and long-term oral health.
Solution: Your dentist may plan extractions before implant placement. Tooth extraction is available in-house as part of the treatment plan.
Problem: Long-term tooth loss can lead to changes in jawbone support, which may affect implant placement.
Solution: 3D CT imaging helps your dentist evaluate whether six implants can be placed safely or whether additional preparation is needed first.
Problem: Removable dentures may not provide sufficient stability for patients seeking stronger daily function.
Solution: All-on-6 implants can support long-term chewing function with proper home care, professional maintenance, and routine dental visits.
All-on-6 treatment is planned before surgery begins. Your dentist reviews your bone structure, gum condition, bite, and restoration needs to create a safe and predictable treatment plan.
Your first visit includes an oral exam and a 3D cone-beam CT scan. This helps evaluate bone structure, gum health, nerve positions, sinus location, and implant placement sites. You also receive a treatment plan and cost estimate.
The team reviews whether extractions, bone grafting, or other preparation is needed. When appropriate, a custom surgical guide is created with the in-house Formlabs 3D printer at the Towson office.
Failing teeth are removed as part of the planned sequence. Your dentist explains whether implants can be placed during the same phase or whether healing is needed first.
Six titanium implants are placed using X-Guide dynamic computer-guided surgery. This system helps guide implant position, angle, and depth during placement. In eligible cases, a temporary fixed arch may be attached the same day.
The implants bond with the jawbone over several months. Osler Dental Professionals may use platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) to support tissue healing after surgery. PRF is prepared from a small sample of your own blood.
After healing is confirmed, the final prosthetic arch is attached. Your dentist checks the fit, bite, comfort, and appearance before completing treatment.
| Stage | Estimated Duration |
| Consultation and 3D imaging | 45 to 60 minutes |
| Treatment planning and guide fabrication | 1 to 2 weeks |
| Extractions, if needed | 1 to 2 hours |
| Implant placement | 3 to 5 hours |
| Osseointegration | 3 to 6 months |
| Final arch placement | 1 to 2 hours |
| Total treatment time | Usually 6 to 12 months |
Your dentist will give you a more specific timeline after your exam and 3D imaging.
The cost of all-on-6 dental implants in Towson, MD, varies by case. Local and nearby pricing depends on the number of implants, extractions, grafting, sedation, and the final restoration material.
| Cost Factor | Local and Nearby Market Estimate |
| Single dental implant restoration | Up to about $5,000 |
| Full-arch implant treatment in Towson | Up to about $25,000 |
| Nearby Baltimore All-on-4 treatment | About $15,900 to $35,000 per arch |
| All-on-6 dental implants | Case-specific estimate after exam and 3D imaging |
| Both arches | Usually higher and based on whether one or both arches need treatment |
Note: Your final All-on-6 cost depends on your exam, 3D imaging, bone support, restoration material, and insurance benefits. These are local and nearby market estimates, not a guaranteed Osler Dental Professionals fee.
| Comparison Point | All-on-6 Dental Implants | All-on-4 Dental Implants |
| Number of implants | Uses six implants to support a full arch | Uses four implants to support a full arch |
| Bite support | Helps distribute bite pressure across a wider area | Uses fewer implants to support the arch |
| Bone evaluation | May be recommended when broader implant support is helpful | May be recommended when four implants provide enough support |
| Treatment planning | Requires 3D imaging to confirm implant position and spacing | Requires 3D imaging to confirm implant position and angulation |
| May be considered for | Patients who need broader implant support across the arch | Patients who qualify for full-arch replacement with four implants |
Note: Your dentist will recommend All-on-6 or All-on-4 based on your jawbone support, bite pressure, gum health, and full-arch replacement goals. 3D imaging helps confirm which approach offers the right support for your case.
Dr. Christopher J. Constantine was born and raised in Towson, MD. He earned his Bachelor of Science from James Madison University and his dental degree from the University of Maryland. He then completed a General Practice Residency at Christiana Care Hospital.
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