Gumuldur, a coastal town adorned with the unique beauties of Izmir, where peace and nature intertwine, has become a rising star in health tourism. Going beyond being a traditional holiday destination, Gumuldur is an excellent address for international patients seeking advanced dental treatments, especially a permanent solution to the problem of complete toothlessness.
The most popular of these permanent solutions is the All-on-6 Dental Implant concept. Getting a new smile with expert Turkish physicians in the calm environment of Gumuldur is not just a treatment but also a holiday of spiritual and physical renewal. So, what is All-on-6, what are the prices like in Gumuldur, and how does Cure Holiday accompany you on this journey? Here is your comprehensive guide in over 40 headings covering all you need to know.
What is the All-on-6 Dental Implant Concept?
The All-on-6 (All on 6) concept is an advanced treatment method that allows for a full arch fixed prosthesis to be made using only six dental implants strategically placed in the jawbone in cases where all teeth in a single arch have been lost. In this system, maximum stability is achieved by placing the implants in the densest areas of the bone, generally vertically in the anterior region and angled in the posterior region.
Who is Suitable for All-on-6 Treatment?
All-on-6 is ideal for patients who have lost all their teeth, do not want to use removable dentures, and whose jawbone volume is insufficient for All-on-4 but capable of supporting 6 implants. It is also an excellent alternative for patients who have started to experience bone resorption due to long-term tooth loss but can be treated with minimal bone grafting.
What is the Main Difference Between All-on-4 and All-on-6?
While both concepts offer full arch restoration, All-on-4 uses only four implants, whereas All-on-6 uses six implants. All-on-6 is preferred, especially when more bone support is required in the posterior regions or when higher durability is desired for the prosthesis. The use of more implants increases longevity and stability by distributing the biting forces over a wider area.
Why are Implants Placed at an Angle?
The main reason for placing implants at an angle in the posterior region in the All-on-6 concept is that the posterior jawbone (especially due to sinuses in the upper jaw and nerves in the lower jaw) is often insufficient. Angled placement of implants allows for the best use of existing bone stock by avoiding these anatomical regions and can eliminate major bone grafting procedures like sinus lifting.
When Do Patients Receive Permanent Teeth in All-on-6 Treatment?
One of the most important advantages of the treatment is that the patient can usually receive temporary fixed prostheses (Immediate Loading) on the same day as the surgical operation. These temporary prostheses immediately restore the patient’s aesthetic and chewing function. Permanent prostheses are placed after the implants are expected to fully fuse with the bone (3 to 6 months).
How Long Does the All-on-6 Surgical Procedure Take?
The All-on-6 surgical procedure, including tooth extraction and implant placement, generally takes 2 to 4 hours by a specialist maxillofacial surgeon. This time is spent ensuring the patient’s comfort under anesthesia (usually sedation). The procedure is performed in a fully equipped dental clinic or hospital.
Is Pain Felt During the Treatment?
Since the All-on-6 implant placement procedure is performed under local anesthesia or conscious sedation, the patient does not feel any pain or discomfort during the procedure. Sedation ensures the patient is in a state of deep relaxation. Post-operative mild pain and swelling can be easily managed with strong prescribed painkillers.
How Does the Process of Implants Fusing with the Bone Work?
The fusion process with the bone, called Osseointegration, is the biological union of the titanium implant’s surface with the jawbone cells. This process generally takes 3 to 6 months, though it varies from person to person. It is crucial during this critical period that the implants do not shift and that the fixed prostheses only bear temporary and light chewing loads.
What are the Features of Temporary Prostheses?
The temporary prostheses placed after surgery are usually made of lighter material (acrylic) and are designed not to disrupt the implant healing process. These prostheses allow the patient to immediately return to their social life while reminding them to adhere to dietary restrictions during the healing period.
What are the Permanent Prosthesis Options?
There are generally two main material options for permanent prostheses used in the All-on-6 concept: Hybrid Prostheses (Metal-Supported Acrylic): The most preferred, durable, and cost-effective option in implantology. Zirconium-Supported Porcelain/Emax: A more expensive option that provides the highest level of natural tooth appearance, prioritizing aesthetics and biocompatibility.
Is Bone Grafting Always Necessary?
The All-on-6 concept generally minimizes the need for extensive bone grafting (bone powder or block graft) thanks to the angled placement of the implants. However, in patients with advanced bone resorption, minimal bone powder application may be necessary, especially in the strategic areas where the implants will be placed.
What is the Success Rate of All-on-6 Implants?
The success rate in fixed full arch restorations like All-on-6 is over 95%, with experienced surgeons and the use of quality materials. The continuity of success depends on regular doctor check-ups, meticulous oral hygiene, and avoiding risk factors like smoking/alcohol.
How Should Nutrition Be During the Post-Treatment Recovery Period?
Nutrition progresses gradually in the first 3 months following surgery: Only cold liquids on the first day, soft liquids (soup, fruit juices) in the first week, protein-rich foods in puree consistency in the following weeks, and a transition to soft solid foods after 3 months with the doctor’s approval. Hard and crunchy foods must be strictly avoided until the permanent prostheses are fitted.
How is Long-Term Implant Care Done?
The care of All-on-6 prostheses requires using special tools, not just brushing. Special implant floss, interdental brushes, and water-pressure-based oral irrigators (Water Flosser) must be used to clean the spaces under the implants and the prosthesis. Negligence of oral hygiene increases the risk of peri-implantitis (inflammation around the implant).
Advantages of All-on-6 Treatment Over Removable Dentures
All-on-6, unlike removable dentures, provides a fixed and natural chewing function, eliminating concerns about the prosthesis shifting or falling out. Its negative impact on speech and taste is minimal, and it helps stop bone resorption in the long term by stimulating the jawbone.
Implant Brands Used in All-on-6 Treatment
Quality All-on-6 treatments typically use internationally proven, high-tech implant brands originating from Switzerland or Germany, such as Straumann, Nobel Biocare, and Astra Tech. Cure Holiday offers its patients only FDA or CE approved, long-lasting, and guaranteed brands.
What Lifestyle Changes are Necessary to Extend the Life of Implants?
The use of all tobacco products, especially smoking, severely reduces implant success. Regular doctor check-ups, a daily detailed oral hygiene routine, and avoiding excessively hard foods are the most important lifestyle changes that maximize the life of the All-on-6 system.
What Factors Determine the Cost of All-on-6 Treatment?
The main factors determining the cost are: the brand and origin of the 6 implants used, the type of permanent prosthesis (Hybrid, Zirconium), the experience of the surgeon and clinic, the necessity of additional surgical procedures (bone grafting, extraction), and the scope of transfer/accommodation services included in the package.
Why is Gumuldur an Excellent Choice for Dental Tourism?
Gumuldur stands out with its unique natural beauties and tranquility, away from the big city stress of Izmir. Spending the recovery period after a major surgery like All-on-6 in a peaceful atmosphere by the sea significantly increases the patients’ psychological comfort and physical recovery speed.
Gumuldur’s Logistical Location and Transportation Advantages
Gumuldur is very close to Izmir Adnan Menderes International Airport (ADB). Patients coming from abroad can reach their clinics or accommodation with a comfortable VIP transfer of only 30-40 minutes from the airport. This short transfer time provides great convenience after a tiring journey.
Technological Equipment of Aegean Region Clinics
The Cure Holiday contracted dental clinics in and around Gumuldur and Izmir have the latest technologies necessary for All-on-6 planning. 3D Tomography (CBCT), Digital Smile Design, and CAD/CAM systems minimize the margin of error in surgical planning and guarantee the perfect fit of the prostheses.
Expertise of Implant Surgeons in Gumuldur and Izmir
The Aegean Region hosts maxillofacial surgeons specialized in All-on-6 and full arch implantology, who are internationally recognized and have successfully performed hundreds of operations. Cure Holiday exclusively works with these experienced and well-referenced physicians.
General Analysis of All-on-6 Implant Prices in Gumuldur
All-on-6 package prices in Gumuldur are within the general competitive price range of Turkey, yet they are 50% to 70% more affordable compared to treatments performed with equivalent quality and brand in Europe, the USA, or the UK. This significant cost advantage stems from the value of the Turkish Lira against foreign currency and low general operating costs, without compromising on medical quality.
Content of the Prices: Not Just Implants, But Full Service
The All-on-6 prices received through Cure Holiday in Gumuldur generally include not only the cost of the implant and prosthesis but also a turnkey package covering all physician, hospital, anesthesia, temporary prosthesis, all X-rays, medications, VIP transfers, and luxury accommodation expenses.
Aegean Cuisine Supporting the Recovery Process
Aegean cuisine is a major support during the critical soft nutrition period after All-on-6. Fresh olive oil vegetable purees, light soups, fish, and nutrient-rich foods enriched with fresh herbs make the process of adapting to new prostheses delicious and healthy.
Accommodation Options and Health Tourism Comfort
The accommodation options offered by Cure Holiday in Gumuldur are specially selected according to the patient’s need for rest after surgery. Quiet, hygienic, and luxurious boutique hotels provide a comfortable environment that allows the patient to focus on recovery by preserving their privacy.
The Effect of Gumuldur’s Tranquility on Psychological Recovery
Making a decision for a major dental treatment can be stressful. The scent of Gumuldur’s tangerine gardens and the silence by the sea offer unique psychological support, helping the patient to relax mentally, lower stress levels, and thus accelerate physical healing.
Activities to Do Around Gumuldur During Treatment
During the recovery period, with the doctor’s approval, patients can explore the cultural richness around Gumuldur. Short, stress-free trips to the Ancient City of Ephesus, Sirince, or the calm markets of Seferihisar turn the treatment process into a cultural holiday experience.
Language and Translator Support for International Patients
Cure Holiday provides multilingual support for international patients to feel at home in Gumuldur. Personal patient coordinators cover all communication, appointment, and translation needs at the clinic, eliminating all communication barriers during the treatment process.
Stages to Follow and Clinic Visits
The All-on-6 process generally requires a 5-7 day first trip for the initial surgery and temporary prosthesis, and a 5-7 day second trip 3-6 months later for the placement of permanent prostheses. Cure Holiday organizes the planning, clinic appointments, and accommodation for both trips from start to finish.
Importance of Aesthetics and Function in All-on-6 Prostheses
Expert physicians in Gumuldur focus not only on the strength of the implants but also on the perfect aesthetic fit of the permanent prostheses with the facial features and lip line. Natural and aesthetic results that exceed the patient’s expectations are targeted using digital smile design techniques.
Warranty and Certificates of Implant Brands
All All-on-6 treatments performed through Cure Holiday come with lifetime warranty certificates provided by the manufacturer. These documents guarantee that the patient’s implants are internationally recognized and traceable.
Why You Should Choose Cure Holiday for Your All-on-6 Treatment?
Cure Holiday collaborates only with internationally accredited clinics and the best surgeons in the field for complex treatments like All-on-6 in Gumuldur. It manages the entire process (logistics, accommodation, transfer, and long-term follow-up) seamlessly, transparently, and reliably, transforming the medical aspect of the treatment into a unique health holiday experience.
Cure Holiday’s Turnkey All-on-6 Packages
The All-on-6 packages offered by Cure Holiday are “turnkey.” This means all expenses (implant, temporary/permanent prostheses, surgical fees, hospital costs, VIP transfers, luxury accommodation, medications), except for your flight ticket, are included in a single fixed price. Patients do not encounter surprise additional costs in Gumuldur.
Starting the Treatment Process: Ease with Cure Holiday
The process begins with a free online consultation from your home and the evaluation of your panoramic X-ray. Cure Holiday experts present you with a personalized treatment plan, the specialist physician in Gumuldur, and a transparent price quote. After your approval, all travel and accommodation arrangements are made on your behalf.
Expert Physician Selection and Surgeon Assurance
All-on-6 surgery requires high-level skill and experience. Cure Holiday guarantees that you will work with highly competent, experienced maxillofacial surgeons in the Gumuldur region who specialize in dental implantology and have strong references from hundreds of successful operations, including dental restorations after bariatric surgery.
VIP Transfer Comfort Between Airport and Clinic
Cure Holiday considers your comfort from the first moment of your journey. You are transferred luxuriously and comfortably with private VIP vehicles that meet you upon arrival at Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) to your accommodation and clinic appointments. This service provides great relief during the sensitive post-operative period.
Accommodation and Comfort Guarantee
Contracted hotels in Gumuldur are selected by Cure Holiday to be suitable for the patient’s hygiene, rest, and post-operative recovery needs. Quietness, comfortable beds, and dining services that can meet special dietary needs enhance the quality of your recovery process.
Cure Holiday’s Transparent and Fixed Pricing Policy
Hidden costs are one of the biggest concerns for patients in health tourism. Cure Holiday offers transparent pricing for the entire All-on-6 package, guaranteeing that you will not face any unexpected extra charges during or after the treatment in Gumuldur.
Uninterrupted Communication Support Before and After Treatment
Cure Holiday’s experienced patient coordinators offer 7/24 uninterrupted communication support for all your questions, including appointments, treatment stages, nutrition, and medication use. The patient is ensured to feel safe both physically and mentally.
Cure Holiday’s Long-Term Follow-up Mechanism
The key to All-on-6 success is long-term follow-up. Cure Holiday provides regular online check-ups and consultancy services for the first year, even after the permanent prostheses are placed. This follow-up is critical for the maintenance, hygiene, and longevity of the prostheses.
Health Tourism Insurance and Medical Guarantee
Cure Holiday offers special health tourism insurance and medical guarantee options covering the treatment processes in Gumuldur for international patients. A long-term warranty is provided for the applied implants and prostheses, ensuring the patient’s financial and treatment security against possible rare problems.
Integration of All-on-6 Treatment with a Gumuldur Holiday
Cure Holiday offers special guidance to help you rest and enjoy Gumuldur during breaks in your treatment. You have the opportunity to spend the implant’s bone fusion process relaxing by the deep blue sea or among the historical sites.
Start Your New Life with Your New Smile in Gumuldur
Have your All-on-6 implant treatment done in the peaceful atmosphere of Gumuldur, with the expertise and assurance of Cure Holiday. Begin a healthy and energetic new life in the tranquility of Gumuldur with your restored aesthetic smile.
