All-on-6 Dental Implants — Canadian Patient Guide

All-on-6 provides full-arch fixed restoration using six implants per arch — offering enhanced load distribution for larger arches and specific bone conditions. At Stunning Dentistry: CAD $12,000–$16,000 both arches, all-inclusive vs CAD $56,000–$80,000 in Canada.

Why Six Implants Instead of Four?

All-on-6 distributes bite force across six implant points instead of four — reducing cantilever length and improving biomechanical stability for larger arches.

Six implants are often preferred when opposing natural teeth create higher occlusal forces, or when the patient's arch dimensions make four implants biomechanically suboptimal.

The additional two implants (compared to All-on-4) provide a more conservative force distribution, reducing long-term stress on individual implants and the prosthetic structure.

Clinical Indications for All-on-6

Larger upper or lower arch dimensions requiring extended support
Opposing natural dentition creating higher bite force demands
Adequate bone density to support six implants without compromise
Cases where smaller cantilever overhang is clinically preferable
Surgeon recommendation for additional implant stability margin
Patients with heavy bite force or bruxism history

All-on-6 Cost Comparison

Location	Per Arch	Both Arches	All-Inclusive?
Canada	CAD $28,000–$38,000	CAD $56,000–$76,000	Often + hidden costs
Stunning Dentistry	CAD $6,500–$9,000	CAD $12,000–$16,000	Yes — fully included
Travel (estimated)	—	CAD $1,500–$2,500	Flights + hotel
Total from Canada	—	CAD $13,500–$18,500	All-inclusive with travel
Typical Savings	—	CAD $37,500–$62,500	Per treatment

The Procedure Timeline

Day 1: Clinical examination, 3D CBCT imaging, digital scan, treatment plan confirmed with patient
Day 2: Surgery — six implants placed under guided surgery protocol + same-day provisional fixed teeth delivered
Days 3–7: Recovery management, bite adjustments, impressions for definitive zirconia prosthesis
Days 8–10: Final clinical checks, travel clearance, comprehensive discharge instructions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is All-on-6 better than All-on-4?

Not inherently — it depends on your anatomy. All-on-6 is preferred for larger arches, opposing natural teeth, or when your bone density supports six implants. All-on-4 is optimal for most edentulous patients. Dr. Sethi recommends based on your specific case, not marketing preference.

Will I have teeth immediately after All-on-6 surgery?

Yes. You leave surgery with a fixed provisional prosthesis the same day. After osseointegration (4–6 months), this is replaced with your definitive zirconia prosthesis — either on a second trip or via remote coordination with your Canadian dentist.

How long do All-on-6 implants last?

Published studies show >97% implant survival at 10+ years. With proper oral hygiene and regular reviews, All-on-6 implants are designed to last a lifetime. Stunning Dentistry provides a lifetime warranty on implant components.

What is the difference between All-on-6 and All-on-8?

All-on-8 uses eight implants for even more force distribution — rarely needed in Canada. All-on-6 is optimal for most patients. All-on-8 is considered in high-biomechanical-demand cases or when specific anatomical factors apply.