With the turning of the calendar, we have once again arrived at everyone’s favorite time of year: New Year Resolution season. Usually, most people make a resolution to lose weight, to be more social, to eat better, or focus more on improving themselves. But, what if we told you that one procedure could help you reach each of these goals in 2026?
Full-arch Restorations with Dr. Polyakov could be the answer you are looking for to fulfill resolutions you never thought possible, and not JUST because of their look! Traditionally, patients missing all their teeth have a decrease in self-confidence, comfort interacting in social situations, and even chewing and speaking. In contrast, patients who had undergone procedures with dental implant-supported prosthesis were found to report improved oral health-related quality of life (1).
What are Full-Arch Dental Implants
Full-arch dental implants are the ideal solution when missing a full row of teeth or more, but what are they exactly? Full arch dental implant restorations involve using multiple dental implants (usually 3-4, though each case is different) to “fix” or permanently attach a prosthesis (or full set of artificial teeth) to the existing gumline and jaw bone, thus creating a brand new smile for the patient (2). Because, unlike dentures, full arch dental implant procedures involve fixing the prosthesis to the jaw bone with dental implants, slipping and movement is often eliminated, increasing stability, chewing strength, and even regulating speech patterns that were once negatively affected by a traditional denture (2). Furthermore, when teeth are missing, the jawbone naturally starts to resorb (or disappear) because of lack of stress placed on it on a regular basis. (3) By fixing a prosthesis on dental implants into the jawbone, bone forms around the implant in a process known as osseointegration. Research indicates that dental implants may indeed help preserve the jawbone and decrease bone loss over time (3). These benefits also illustrate the value of full arch dental implants: though they may cost more up front, the rewards over time more than make up for the cost in terms of quality of life and jawbone health.
How Long Can the New You Last?
Sure, full arch dental implants seem like a huge investment, and one that you are looking to have some extensive longevity. Thankfully, research shows that dental implants, including those used in full arch restorations, exhibit a 95%-97% survival rate at 5-years post-procedure, and over 90% survival rate at 10 Years post-procedure (4). At the end of the day, if you take care of your teeth, they will take care of you. The same goes for your full-arch dental implants, and having an oral surgeon who is well-versed in the treatment planning and performance can be crucial to your smile’s success!
The benefits of full-arch dental implant procedures cannot be understated, and the time to get started on your New Year’s Resolutions for 2026 and beyond is now. Let Dr. Polyakov and his expert team help give you the smile, self-esteem, social confidence, and functionality you deserve to be your very best self this year and decades into the future. Contact us today to get started on the path to a new you!
- Manfredini M, Pellegrini M, Rigoni M, Veronesi V, Beretta M, Maiorana C, Poli PP. Oral health-related quality of life in implant-supported rehabilitations: a prospective single-center observational cohort study. BMC Oral Health. 2024;24:531. doi:10.1186/s12903-024-04265-y.
- Yetman D. Benefits of dental implants. Healthline. Published December 1, 2022. Accessed January 15, 2026. https://www.healthline.com/health/dental-and-oral-health/benefits-of-dental-implants#benefits
- Khalifa AK, Wada M, Ikebe K, Maeda Y. To what extent residual alveolar ridge can be preserved by implant? A systematic review. Int J Implant Dent. 2016 Dec;2(1):22. doi: 10.1186/s40729-016-0057-z. Epub 2016 Nov 23. PMID: 27878769; PMCID: PMC5120622.
- Lu M, Xie Y, Zhang Z, et al. Survival rates and influencing factors of dental implants: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Ann Palliat Med. 2021;10(12):12382-12395. doi:10.21037/apm-21-3114
