Who is All-on-6 for?
Wanting fixed teeth is not enough on its own; your scan and your health decide. These are the points to settle honestly before anything is booked.
Clinically reviewed by Dt. Hüseyin Yavuz Özbek, implant dentist · Last checked October 2026All-on-6 suits people who have lost all or nearly all the teeth in one jaw, have enough bone for six implants and are fit enough for minor surgery. Heavy smoking and drinking, poorly controlled diabetes, a history of gum disease and certain bone medicines all raise the risk and must be discussed beforehand.
Often a good fit when
- all or almost all the teeth in one jaw are missing, or cannot be saved;
- you struggle with a denture and want teeth that stay put;
- your general health allows surgery under local anaesthetic or sedation;
- you can manage two trips and are ready to clean carefully every day.
Talk it through first if any of these apply
| Factor | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Smoking, heavy drinking | The BSP lists heavy smokers and heavy drinkers among people for whom implants may not be suitable; smoking is a risk factor for peri-implantitis. |
| Diabetes | The AO/AAP review names it as a main risk factor for inflammation around implants. Good blood sugar control matters. |
| Past gum disease | Another main risk factor. Closer follow-up is especially important. |
| Medicines for the bones | Drugs such as alendronic acid can affect the jawbone. The NHS advises speaking to your doctor and dentist before implants. |
| Blood thinners | Never stop them on your own. Your doctor and the surgeon agree a plan between them. |
| Thin bone | May mean a graft, a sinus lift, or four implants rather than six. |
A fair word about dentures
Not everyone needs fixed teeth. If a well-made denture mostly works for you, two to four implants with clip-on attachments can add a great deal of grip with a smaller operation. If you are unsure, ask about it.
What we need from you to give a first opinion
- A recent panoramic X-ray (OPG).
- A list of your medical conditions and medicines.
- Whether you smoke, and how much.
From these we can give a first written opinion. The final plan is made after the 3D scan in Antalya.
Questions readers ask
Am I too old?
There is no fixed upper age limit; health and bone matter far more. For young adults the British Society of Periodontology advises caution, because the jaw may still be growing.
I have been told I have little bone. Is that the end of it?
Often not. A graft, a sinus lift in the upper jaw, or four tilted implants instead of six may work. Only the 3D scan can show which.
I take tablets for osteoporosis.
Say so before anything else. Medicines such as alendronic acid can affect the jawbone, and the NHS advises talking to your doctor and dentist before implant treatment.
Do I have to stop smoking?
Smoking is a recognised risk factor for inflammation around implants. Stopping, or at least cutting down hard, clearly improves your odds.
Sources
- British Society of Periodontology: patient FAQs on dental implants (suitability)
- British Society of Periodontology: summary of the AO/AAP review of peri-implant disease
- NHS: common questions about alendronic acid (dental treatment)
- Oral Health Foundation: Understanding dental implants
Checked in October 2026. Where we give our own view as a clinic, we say so.
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