What is 3 on 6?
An Evolution in Full Arch Dentistry
The 3 on 6™ got its name because of its use of three separate bridges seated onto six implants to create a full arch in the mouth. This new method for a permanent full mouth restoration solves a lot of the problems associated with other full mouth restorations options such as dentures and the popular All-on-4, including:
healthy gum and bone removal
prosthetic food traps
unesthetic prosthetic transition lines
unnatural feel for the patient
bone resorption from insufficient stimulation
high likelihood of prosthetic fractures
The 3 on 6™ provides a more hygienic and natural option for edentulous and soon-to-be edentulous patients.
“I created the 3 on 6 as a more conservative treatment option for full mouth rehabilitation. Unnecessary bone and tissue reduction is outdated dentistry. For a majority of patients, they can now keep their natural bone and gums and have a healthier smile."
Dr. Randy Roberts
Creator of the 3 on 6™ Treatment Concept
The Science Behind the Smile
The patient's bone is preserved and built up through grafting at the time of surgery. This improves healing and recovery and long term oral health.
Six titanium implants are placed in the arch of the mouth in a guided surgery. The implants osseointegrate to the bone, creating a solid foundation for the restoration.
A full arch of temporary teeth is placed at the time of surgery to provide cross-arch stabilization. This protects the implants as they heal to the bone.
The natural gums are preserved and heal to form keratinized tissue surrounding the implants which helps prevent infection and create a more esthetic outcome.
After the implants have healed, the arch of temporary teeth is replaced with segmented bridges. This allows more natural movement of the jaw bone and bone-preserving stimulation.
