Losing teeth changes more than your appearance. It impacts how you chew, speak, and interact with others. Dentures may offer a temporary fix, but they come with compromises — adhesives, slippage, limited food choices, and gradual bone loss.
That’s why more Kiwis are turning to full-arch dental implants. And with our “Teeth Tomorrow” approach, the transformation happens faster than you might expect.
Here’s what this treatment involves, and why acting sooner can make all the difference.
What Is a Full-Arch Dental Implant?
Full-arch implants replace an entire row of teeth using four to six titanium posts. These support a fixed bridge — no more removable plates or loose dentures. Instead of replacing teeth one by one, this solution restores everything in one coordinated step.
At our Lower Hutt centre, we offer immediate-loading implants, which means you receive functional, fixed teeth within 24 hours of surgery.
The “Teeth Tomorrow” Process
Here’s how it works:
1. Consultation and Digital Planning
We begin with a full assessment and 3D scan to understand your bone levels and overall oral health. A digital preview shows how your future smile will look and function.
2. Surgery Day
If needed, we remove failing teeth and place the implants in strategic positions. A digital scan follows immediately after, guiding the design of your temporary teeth.
3. Next-Day Smile
By the following day, you receive a secure, fixed temporary bridge — crafted using our in-house 3D printing and local lab support. You leave with a complete smile and can speak and eat more comfortably straight away.
4. Healing Phase (3–6 months)
While your implants fuse with the bone, you’ll adjust to your temporary bridge. Most patients return to eating soft, stable meals within a few days.
5. Final Teeth
Once healed, your final bridge is fitted. Designed for long-term strength and comfort, it restores full function for years to come.
Why Sooner Is Better
After tooth loss, the jawbone begins to shrink. The longer you wait, the more bone volume is lost — which can complicate future treatment. Early implant placement helps preserve bone, keeps your face shape intact, and avoids the ongoing cycle of denture replacement.
Who Is This For?
You may be a candidate if you:
- Are missing most or all teeth in the upper or lower jaw
- Are struggling with loose dentures
- Want a stable, fixed alternative
- Are in general good health — including many seniors and patients with diabetes
What Changes After Treatment?
- No more denture glue, nighttime removal, or loose teeth
- Freedom to eat a variety of foods — including steak, apples, and nuts
- Clear speech and confident smiling
- A treatment designed to last 15–30 years or more
- Support for bone structure to reduce facial collapse
Why Choose Hutt Dental Implants Centre?
- Full-arch implant experience backed by a dedicated team
- All services in-house: 3D scans, planning, printing, and placement
- IV sedation options to ease anxiety and discomfort
- Flexible payment plans
- Patients travel from all over New Zealand for this service
Real Stories, Real Outcomes
“I thought I’d have to settle for dentures. Now I can smile and eat whatever I want. It’s changed my life.”
— Robert, 67, Lower Hutt
Ready to Start?
Take the first step. Book your full-arch consultation by calling 04 566 0012 or visit huttdentalimplants.co.nz
