For Saraland patients, Babston Oral Surgery is a straight drive south on I-65 into west Mobile. Whether you need one implant or a full set of teeth, our practice offers dental implant surgery with 3D planning, a full-time nurse anesthetist (CRNA) for sedation, and consultation and surgery in one visit when it is appropriate. New patients can call or text (251) 758-4700 to get started.
Full-Mouth Dental Implants for Saraland Patients
If you are missing most of your teeth, have several failing teeth, or are frustrated with dentures that slip and rub, full-mouth implants can give you a fixed set of teeth that stays in place. With All-On-4® dental implants, four strategically placed implants support an entire arch. The implants are angled to use the available bone, which often reduces the need for bone grafting, and many patients leave with temporary teeth the same day as surgery.
Is a Full-Arch Implant Better Than a Denture?
| Traditional denture | All-On-4® implants | |
|---|---|---|
| How it stays in | Suction and adhesive | Fixed to four implants in the jawbone |
| Chewing | Many foods are hard to eat | Closer to natural chewing |
| Jawbone | Continues to shrink over time | Implants stimulate and help preserve bone |
| Daily care | Removed for cleaning and soaking | Brushed in place, with regular professional maintenance |
| Treatment | No surgery | Surgery under sedation, then healing |
Signs Full-Mouth Implants May Be Worth Considering
- Your dentures move when you eat or speak, or you rely on adhesive every day.
- Sore spots from your denture keep coming back.
- You avoid foods like steak, raw vegetables, or corn on the cob because chewing is difficult.
- Several of your remaining teeth are loose, broken, or have been recommended for extraction.
- Your face looks shorter or more sunken around the mouth, a common sign of long-term bone loss.
None of these signs means you need full-arch treatment, but each one is a good reason to have a consultation and see what your options are.
Single-Tooth and Multiple-Tooth Implants
Not everyone needs a full arch. A single implant topped with a crown replaces one missing tooth without reshaping the healthy teeth beside it. When several neighboring teeth are missing, an implant-supported bridge can replace them using fewer implants than missing teeth. Implants are made of titanium or zirconia and, with proper care, can last for decades.
How Implant Surgery Works at Babston Oral Surgery
Consultation and 3D Planning
We review your health history and take 3D CBCT imaging, which shows the bone, nerves, and sinuses in three dimensions. Your treatment plan, including the number and position of implants, is built from that scan.
Preparing the Site
If failing teeth need to come out, we remove them first or during the same surgery. Our page on tooth extractions explains what to expect. Where bone is thin, bone grafting rebuilds the foundation.
Placement and Healing
The implants are placed under local anesthesia, with sedation if you choose. Over the following months, the bone fuses to the implants. Most patients return to normal routines within about a week of surgery.
Final Teeth
Once the implants have healed, the final crown, bridge, or full-arch prosthesis is attached.
Recovery After Full-Arch Implant Surgery
Expect some swelling and soreness for the first few days. A soft-food diet protects the implants while they heal, so plan meals like eggs, yogurt, soups, and mashed vegetables. Avoid smoking, which interferes with healing, and follow the oral hygiene instructions we give you to keep the surgical areas clean. You will come back for follow-up visits so we can check healing before the final teeth are made.
Sedation With a Full-Time CRNA
Full-mouth implant surgery is a bigger procedure, and comfort matters. Babston Oral Surgery has a full-time nurse anesthetist on staff and offers sedation options, including nitrous oxide, oral sedation, IV sedation, and general anesthesia for complex surgeries. After IV sedation, you will need someone to drive you home to Saraland.
Meet Your Surgeon
Dr. Michael Babston, DMD, MD, is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon trained at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where he earned his dental degree, graduated from the UAB School of Medicine, and served as chief resident of the UAB Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery program. He has treated patients in the Mobile area since 2017, and he and his team often check in personally after procedures to make sure recovery is going smoothly.
Insurance and Financing
We accept most insurance providers and offer financing options. Full-mouth treatment is a significant investment, so we explain the plan and the costs clearly before anything begins.
Dental Implant FAQs for Saraland Residents
Can I get teeth the same day as full-mouth implant surgery?
Many All-On-4® patients receive temporary teeth the same day as surgery. Whether that is right for you depends on your bone and your scan.
Can I switch from dentures to implants?
Yes. Many full-arch implant patients are long-time denture wearers. Your scan shows whether you have enough bone or need grafting first.
How do I take care of full-arch implants?
Brush them daily like natural teeth, clean around the implants as instructed, and keep regular professional maintenance visits.
Do I need a referral?
No. You can contact us directly. If your Saraland dentist would like to refer you, they can use our online referral form.
Schedule Your Implant Consultation
Babston Oral Surgery is located at 100 S University Blvd, Suite A, Mobile, AL 36608. Call or text (251) 758-4700 or request an appointment online. Learn more on our main dental implants in Mobile page or our page on oral surgery for Saraland patients.