The Smile In A Day™ Procedure
Initial Consultation
Your same-day dental implant process begins with a thorough evaluation. Dr. Parr will review your medical and dental history, perform a clinical exam, and take 3D imaging and digital scans to assess your bone structure and oral health. Together, you’ll discuss your goals and develop a customized treatment plan.
Treatment Planning
Using advanced 3D imaging technology, our team maps out the placement of your four implants to maximize stability, minimize healing time, and deliver the most natural-looking result possible.
Implant Surgery
The Smile In A Day™ procedure is performed under local anesthesia, oral sedation, or IV sedation based on your comfort and preference. During surgery, any remaining teeth are extracted if necessary, four titanium implants are placed at strategic positions in the jawbone, and a temporary prosthetic bridge is secured to the implants, so you leave with a functional smile the same day.
Healing and Osseointegration
Over the next three to six months, your implants fuse with the jawbone through osseointegration, creating the permanent foundation your final restoration will rest on. During this period, you’ll follow a soft-food diet and attend follow-up visits so our team can monitor your healing.
Recovery typically follows this timeline:
- First 48 Hours: Mild swelling, bruising, and discomfort are normal and manageable with prescribed or over-the-counter medication
- First Week: Soft foods only, such as soups, smoothies, and mashed potatoes, to avoid placing pressure on healing implants
- First Month: Light activity and careful oral hygiene as directed by Dr. Parr
- Three to Six Months: Full osseointegration is complete, and you’re ready for your permanent restoration
Final Restoration
Once healing is confirmed, your temporary bridge is replaced with your permanent, custom-crafted Smile In A Day™ prosthetic, designed for long-term durability, natural aesthetics, and a seamless fit.
Caring for Your Smile In A Day™ Restoration
Your All-on-4 restoration is designed for long-term use, and with the right maintenance routine, it can last for many years.
Brush twice daily, paying special attention to the gum line where the prosthetic meets your tissue
- Use a water flosser or interdental brushes daily to clean beneath the prosthetic bridge, where traditional floss may not reach
- Schedule professional cleanings and checkups every six months so our team can monitor bone levels and implant stability
- Avoid chewing on extremely hard foods, ice, or objects that place excessive force on your restoration
- Avoid tobacco products, which significantly increase the risk of implant failure and peri-implantitis
- Contact our office promptly if you notice any looseness, discomfort, swelling, or bleeding around your implants
Cost and Financing for All-on-4/Smile In A Day™
The cost of Smile In A Day™ varies based on your individual treatment needs, materials selected, and whether any preparatory procedures such as tooth extractions or bone grafting are required. On average, All-on-4 full-arch replacement ranges from $15,000 to $30,000 per arch.
Factors that affect total cost include the number of arches being treated, prosthetic material (zirconia restorations are more durable but carry a higher cost than acrylic), the need for extractions or grafting, and sedation preferences.
We offer flexible payment plans and work with third-party financing options to make Smile In A Day™ treatment accessible. Some dental insurance plans cover a portion of implant-related treatment, and we verify your benefits and file all claims on your behalf.