Clinically reviewed by Dr. Sam Jain, DMD, MS and Dr. Arpana Gupta, DDS, MDSUpdated
More Roots, More Support
Four Implants Can Hold an Arch. Six Spread the Load Across It.
All-on-6 rebuilds an entire upper or lower jaw of missing or failing teeth on six dental implants and one fixed set of teeth. It’s the same idea as All-on-4 — a full arch anchored on implants instead of resting on your gums — with two more roots doing the work.

Those two extra posts aren’t about selling you more. They change the physics. Six implants spread every bite more evenly across the arch, shorten the unsupported ‘cantilever’ ends that quietly stress a four-implant bridge, and give you redundancy — if one implant ever needs attention, five are still carrying the load. In softer or less dense bone, especially in the upper jaw, that extra support is often what turns a good plan into a durable one.
How many implants you get is decided by your 3D scan, not a menu: six implants cost more per arch than four, and your written quote shows the fee and the reason before anything is scheduled. Many patients get six simply because four isn’t enough for their bone. Weighing your options? Compare All-on-4 vs All-on-6 vs All-on-8 or read about our All-on-8 Robust protocol.
The Practice
This Practice, At A Glance
Figures reflect the practice's real numbers and general clinical ranges; your specifics are confirmed at a free consultation with 3D imaging. Individual results vary.
Six Implants vs Four. Where the Two Extra Roots Earn Their Keep.
Both rebuild a full arch on the same day. Here's honestly where a six-implant arch differs from a standard four-implant one — what the two extra roots add, and why your scan should decide.
Load distribution
All-on-6 (six implants)Six anchor points share the bite across the whole arch, so no single implant is overworked — closer to how a full set of natural roots carries force.
A standard All-on-4Four points carry the same arch. It works, but each implant and the bridge between them takes on more of every bite.
Cantilever stress
All-on-6 (six implants)More implants mean shorter unsupported ends behind the last post — less leverage working against the arch over the years.
A standard All-on-4Longer cantilevers at the back of the arch put extra strain on the rear implants and the framework over time.
Built-in redundancy
All-on-6 (six implants)If one implant ever needs attention, five others keep the arch stable — margin for the long haul.
A standard All-on-4With four, every implant is essential; there is less room to spare if one has a problem.
Softer or thinner bone
All-on-6 (six implants)The extra posts spread force where bone is less dense — often the difference-maker in the upper jaw.
A standard All-on-4Can be excellent in dense bone, but leaves less margin where the ridge is soft or resorbed.
What it costs you here
All-on-6 (six implants)We place six to eight whenever your bone calls for it, and your written quote shows the per-arch fee for that count before anything is scheduled.
A standard All-on-4At many centers, four is the fixed package, whatever the bone needs.
Timeline
All-on-6 (six implants)Fixed teeth the same day; final custom-milled teeth in about 72 hours from our on-site lab.
A standard All-on-4Same-day teeth as well — the day itself isn't longer; the difference is the foundation underneath.
Comparisons are general guidance; your plan is confirmed after an exam and free 3D CBCT scan. Individual results vary.
The Number Isn't a Package. It's What Your Bone Needs.

The Number Isn't a Package
Walk into most full-arch centers and the implant count is decided before they've seen your bone — four is the package. We start from the opposite end. Your free 3D CBCT scan shows exactly how much bone you have and where it's dense, and the plan follows the anatomy: some arches are solid on four, many are better on six, and some need eight.
Whatever that number turns out to be, your written quote shows the per-arch fee for it before anything is scheduled. Six or eight costs more than four, and the scan shows you why. That's how a family-owned, implant-only practice can put the engineering first — the same doctors plan it, place it, and build your teeth in our own lab.
An Engineer Plans the Load Path

An Engineer Plans the Load Path
A full arch on implants is, quite literally, a structure — and Dr. Sam Jain plans it like one. Before dentistry he earned a master's in mechanical engineering — a rare combination he puts to work on every arch. Bite forces, implant angles, torque, and the length of the cantilever behind the last implant aren't afterthoughts; they're calculated so your arch is built to last decades, not just to look right on day one.
That engineering mindset is why the six-versus-four decision here is about where the force actually travels, not a menu. Every case is planned on your own 3D scan and placed with guided navigation for precision. And because we mill your final teeth in our own on-site lab, the arch that goes in your mouth is made to the exact plan — no outsourced approximations. For arches where the bone has thinned, we graft, angle the implants, or place zygomatic implants in the cheekbone rather than compromise the foundation.
One Clear Fee Per Arch, Set By How Many Roots It Takes
Full-arch treatment is quoted per arch with your fixed teeth included, and the fee follows the implant count your bone needs — four, six, or eight — not an upgrade menu. Because the surgery, the planning, and our zirconia lab share one address, the number you get is the number the work costs.
About 92% of our full-arch patients finance with a monthly plan sized to their quote and term, and prequalifying takes minutes with no impact on your credit. We’re in-network with many PPO plans. You’ll get an itemized number in writing at a free consultation with a 3D CBCT scan — together a $499 value — so you decide with your real anatomy and your real price in front of you. See what determines implant cost or check financing.
Why Six And Not Four? The Questions Patients Ask Next
What's the difference between All-on-4 and All-on-6?
The number of roots holding your arch. All-on-4 rebuilds a full jaw on four implants; All-on-6 uses six. Two extra posts sound minor, but they change how the bite is carried: six implants spread the force more evenly across the arch, shorten the unsupported ends that stress a four-implant bridge, and leave you with built-in redundancy. It's the difference between a table on four legs and one on six — both stand, but one is harder to rock.
Is All-on-6 better than All-on-4?
For many arches, yes — but it depends on your bone, not a sales tier. More implants mean more even load distribution and more margin for safety, which matters most in the upper jaw and in softer or less dense bone. That said, a well-planned All-on-4 is the right answer for plenty of patients. We don't decide from a brochure; we decide from your free 3D CBCT scan. And if the scan says four is genuinely enough, we'll tell you that too — the decision is anatomical, not commercial.
Do you charge more for six implants than four?
Yes — a six-implant arch costs more than a four-implant arch, because there are two more implants to place and restore. What that buys is support spread across six roots instead of four. We start from what your anatomy actually needs — often six to eight per arch — and your written quote shows the fee for that count before anything is scheduled.
How long does All-on-6 take, and when do I get teeth?
You do not leave without teeth. On surgery day, Dr. Jain or Dr. Gupta places the six implants with guided surgery and fits a fixed set of teeth so you walk out chewing — not in a removable denture. Because we design and mill your final arch in our own on-site lab rather than shipping it out, most full-arch patients receive their permanent, custom-milled teeth in about 72 hours. Your doctor confirms your exact timeline at your free consultation.
How much do All-on-6 dental implants cost?
Full-arch treatment here is quoted per arch, with your fixed teeth included — the fee follows the implant count your scan calls for, four, six, or eight, and extractions, grafting, sinus work, and sedation are listed on your quote when your case needs them. Because the surgery, the planning, and our zirconia lab all live under one roof, there are no fly-in surgeons or outsourced-lab markups in your number, and your finished arch is backed by the written warranty in your treatment plan. About 92% of our full-arch patients finance, and prequalifying takes minutes with no impact on your credit. You get an itemized number in writing at your free consult.
What if my bone can't support six implants?
That's a case we take, not a reason to turn you away. When the ridge has thinned from years of missing teeth or denture wear, we bone-graft, place implants at an angle, or — for severe upper-jaw loss — anchor zygomatic implants in the dense cheekbone, which skips grafting entirely. Dr. Jain is an ICOI Master who also holds a master's in mechanical engineering, so he plans each arch around the bone you actually have. Many patients told 'no' elsewhere turn out to be candidates once we see the 3D scan.
Still weighing your options? Learn more about full mouth dental implants or schedule a free consultation.
Four, Six Or Eight · Their Take
Before You Weigh Four, Six, Or Eight — Read These
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prajwol Basnet
I recently had my 2 implant treatment here and I’m very happy with the results. Dr. Jain and Dr. Gupta are very experienced and explained everything clearly, which made me feel comfortable throughout the treatment. I was also really impressed that they have an in-house lab, so everything is done under one roof. A friend recommended this place to me, and I’m glad I came here. Everyone was welcoming and professional, and overall I had a very good experience. Definitely recommend!
Frank Chang
I did my implant they did same day I am very process very smooth and fast dr Jain and Dr Gupta has lot of experience very good and knowledgeable doctors I recommend this implant center I came with lot of pain yesterday they finish process same day
M Welch
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I cannot say enough wonderful things about the Center for Implant Dentistry! From the moment I walked through the door until the moment I walked out with my beautiful new smile, I felt welcomed, cared for, and confident that I was in the right hands. I had All-on-6 full upper and lower implants. Dr. Jain and Dr. Gupta are incredibly talented at what they do. They didn’t just give me new teeth — they gave me a new lease on life. Seeing my new smile for the first time was emotional, and I honestly couldn’t be happier with the end result. The amount of skill, care, and attention to detail that went into my treatment was incredible. The entire staff was amazing from beginning to end. Everyone was welcoming, patient, kind, and made me feel comfortable throughout the whole process. Having major dental work done can be scary, but they took such great care of me every step of the way. I walked in hoping to get my smile back, and I walked out with more confidence than I could have imagined. I can smile again without trying to hide my teeth, and that means more to me than I can put into words. Thank you, Dr. Jain, Dr. Gupta, and the entire Center for Implant Dentistry team for giving me my smile and my confidence back. You truly changed my life, and I will forever be grateful. If you are considering dental implants and are nervous or unsure about taking that first step, I wholeheartedly recommend Center for Implant Dentistry. My only regret is that I didn’t do this sooner! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A truly life-changing experience.
Samyak Jain
I had been hiding my smile for a long time. Eating was difficult, smiling in photos felt uncomfortable, and little by little it started affecting my confidence in ways I did not even realize. Walking into Center for Implant Dentistry, I was hopeful, but also nervous. This was a big decision for me. Now, when I look in the mirror, I do not just see new teeth. I see my confidence coming back. I can smile freely again, eat comfortably, and feel like myself again. That is something I will always be grateful for. I highly recommend Center for Implant Dentistry to anyone thinking about dental implants. This place did not just change my smile. It changed how I feel about myself. I visited again this Implant Center for checkups and the whole staff is lovely.
mohammad omar mohammadi
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Emerson Salvador
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Lady Gemini
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Jessica To
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james wells
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Vincent Betar
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Four, Six, or Eight? Let Your Bone Decide. A Free 3D Scan Shows Exactly What Your Arch Needs
All-on-6 full-arch treatment is planned and performed by the practice’s owner doctors, Dr. Sam Jain, DMD, MS and Dr. Arpana Gupta, DDS, MDS. The doctor who plans your case is the one who performs it and the one you see at follow-up.
Clinical information on this page were last updated on . Treatment details change as our protocols and materials do; your options are confirmed after an exam and 3D scan.
Clinical information on this page — the treatment description, candidacy, timelines, risks and aftercare — was reviewed by Dr. Sam Jain, DMD, MS & Dr. Arpana Gupta, DDS, MDS. Your options can only be determined after an in-person examination and a 3D scan.

