“Dedicated to Enhancing Your Smile with Exceptional Care and Expertise”.

“Dedicated to Enhancing Your Smile with Exceptional Care and Expertise”.

“Dedicated to Enhancing Your Smile with Exceptional Care and Expertise”.

Angela Leung DDS PC
Full Arch Restoration
in South San Francisco, CA

Medically reviewed by Dr. Angela Leung, DDS – Last reviewed August 19, 2026

Tired of loose dentures, breaking teeth, or a bite that hurts every time you chew? Full-arch restoration, including All-on-4 and All-on-6 dental implant options, replaces an entire upper or lower set of teeth using implant support so you can eat real food again, speak clearly, and stop planning your day around your mouth.

At Angela Leung DDS PC – The Endodontics Implant Center, your care is led by Angela Leung, DDS, FICOI, DICOI, Associate Fellow (AAID) with 30+ years of implant-focused experience and a preserve-your-natural-teeth-first clinical mindset.

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Years of experience

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Office Location

1131 Mission Road,

South San Francisco, CA 94080

Working Hours

What Is Full Arch Restoration?

Full arch restoration is a treatment option for patients who need to replace or rebuild most or all teeth in the upper arch, lower arch, or both. It may involve fixed full-arch dental implants, All-on-4, All-on-6, implant-retained overdentures, or a staged full-mouth reconstruction plan.

At Angela Leung DDS PC – The Endodontics Implant Center in South San Francisco, full arch restoration is planned around your bone support, gum health, bite stability, facial structure, medical history, and long-term maintenance needs. The goal is not just to replace missing teeth, but to restore chewing function, smile confidence, speech stability, and oral health with a treatment plan that fits your anatomy.

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Full-Arch Dental Implant Survival Graph

The graph compares the study’s overall cumulative implant survival rates:

Four implants: 98.6% at 2 years and 98.4% at ants: 98.8% at 2 years and 98.7% at 5 years

The differences were not statistically significant, indicating that both configurations achieved similarly high survival rates. The study included 943 patients and 5,989 implants.

When a Dentist Determines Full-Arch Restoration Is the Right Decision?

You may be a fit if you’re dealing with:

Who May Be a Good Candidate for Full Arch Restoration?

You may be a candidate for full arch restoration if you have loose dentures, multiple missing teeth, failing crowns or bridges, severely broken teeth, advanced dental breakdown, repeated tooth infections, or a bite that no longer feels stable.

A full-arch evaluation usually includes a dental exam, digital imaging, bite assessment, gum and bone evaluation, and a discussion of whether your natural teeth can still be saved. Some patients are ready for implant-supported teeth sooner, while others may need tooth extractions, bone grafting, gum treatment, infection control, or a staged treatment plan before the final restoration is made.

Real Patients. Fixed Teeth. Real Stories.

Full Arch Restoration Options in South San Francisco

Fixed Full-Arch Implant Bridge

A fixed full-arch implant bridge is designed for patients who want teeth that stay in place and do not come out daily. It is supported by dental implants and planned for chewing function, speech stability, smile appearance, and long-term maintenance.

All-on-4 and All-on-6 Dental Implants

All-on-4 and All-on-6 are full-arch implant approaches that use four or six implants to support a complete arch of replacement teeth. The right number of implants depends on your bone structure, bite force, gum health, anatomy, and restorative goals.

Implant-Retained Overdenture

An implant-retained overdenture is a removable option that attaches to implants for better hold than a traditional denture. It may be helpful for patients who want more stability while still having easier daily cleaning access.

Staged Full-Mouth Reconstruction

Some patients need a staged approach because of infection, failing dental work, bone loss, gum disease, or complex bite problems. Staged treatment may include extractions, grafting, temporary teeth, healing time, and final restoration after the foundation is stable.

When Full Arch Restoration May Not Be the First Step

Full arch restoration is not always the immediate answer. If infection, gum disease, bone loss, bite instability, or medical risk factors are present, Dr. Angela Leung may recommend stabilizing your oral health first.

This may include treating active infection, preserving remaining healthy teeth when possible, improving gum support, planning bone grafting, or using a temporary restoration while the mouth heals. A safer staged plan can help protect the final result and reduce the risk of complications.

What to Expect During Your Full Arch Consultation

Your first visit is focused on clarity. Dr. Leung and the team will review your concerns, examine your teeth and gums, take imaging when needed, evaluate your bite, and explain whether full arch restoration is appropriate for your case.

You will receive a clear discussion of your options, including what can be done now, what may need to be treated first, what type of restoration may fit your goals, and how maintenance works after treatment.

Planning That Protects Your Full Arch Result

A successful full arch restoration depends on more than placing implants. It requires a complete diagnosis of your teeth, gums, bone, bite, smile line, facial support, and long-term cleaning needs.

At Angela Leung DDS PC, your treatment plan is designed around the question: “What is the most predictable way to restore function, comfort, and appearance for this patient?”

Your evaluation may include digital imaging, bite analysis, gum and bone assessment, tooth-saving evaluation, implant planning, and a discussion of fixed versus removable options. If infection, bone loss, or bite instability is present, Dr. Leung may recommend a staged approach to build a healthier foundation before the final restoration is completed.

Why Trust Dr. Angela Leung for Full Arch Restoration?

Dr. Angela Leung brings a rare combination of implant dentistry, endodontic training, restorative planning, and advanced technology to full-arch cases. Her preserve-your-natural-teeth-first approach helps patients understand whether a tooth should be saved, restored, or replaced as part of a larger full-mouth plan.

Her credentials include DDS, FICOI, DICOI, and Associate Fellow of the AAID. With more than 30 years of clinical experience, Dr. Leung evaluates full arch cases with attention to bone support, bite force, gum health, facial balance, implant stability, and long-term maintenance.

Patients choose Angela Leung DDS PC – The Endodontics Implant Center for coordinated care in implant dentistry, oral surgery, restorative dentistry, endodontics, periodontics, sedation options, and advanced dental technology in South San Francisco and the Bay Area.

How We Plan Full Arch Dental Implant Cases

Every full arch case starts with diagnosis before treatment selection. Your plan may include:

  • 3D cone beam imaging to evaluate bone volume, sinus position, nerve location, and implant support
  • Digital scanning to help plan tooth position, bite relationship, and restoration design
  • Bite and occlusion evaluation to reduce overload on implants and restorations
  • Gum and bone assessment to identify infection, inflammation, or grafting needs
  • Implant stability evaluation when appropriate
  • A written treatment plan explaining your options, timeline, estimated phases, and maintenance needs

This planning process helps determine whether fixed full-arch implants, All-on-4, All-on-6, an implant bridge, an implant-retained overdenture, or staged reconstruction is the most appropriate option.

Care built for urgent situations and long-term stability

Many patients find us because something failed:

Insurance and payment options: clear policies, clear choices

After your exam and imaging, we provide a written estimate and review options with you.

For full-arch and full-mouth cases, our standard payment structure is:

50% deposit

25% at the start of the prosthetic phase of treatment

remaining balance at delivery of the prosthesis

Financing partners:

Angela Leung DDS PC – Services Offered

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Periodontics

Specialized care for gums and supporting structures.

Reviews and Patient stories

Question on Screen: What didn’t you like about your smile before you came to us for an implant consultation?
Speaker:
I didn’t like about my teeth.
I had three missing teeth.
I was not confident.
I didn’t want to smile.
I didn’t even want to talk.

Question on Screen: How did recent dental implant procedure change that?
Speaker:
Now I feel way more confident about my smile.
My teeth look so good. You can’t even tell that I was missing three teeth, as you can see.
I just feel I feel great about everything now.

Question on Screen: What was your favorite part about your patient experience in our dental office?
Where was everybody here super nice. The great job they did on my mouth.

Question on Screen: How does your new smile makes you feel?
Speaker:
Smile makes me feel like jyela.
It makes me feel great about myself.
It gives me more self-esteem.
Now I can smile, and now I’m not ashamed of talking and stuff.

Question on Screen: How did you trust our dental office with your dental implant procedure?
Speaker:
I saw a great reveal.
I saw a lot of great reviews, so I came to check it out myself.
Actually, the reviews were true.
They’re really good here, and they really take good care of you.

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Meet the Doctor

Dr. Angela Leung

Angela Leung, DDS, FICOI, DICOI, Associate Fellow (AAID) leads your care with a rare combination of implant dentistry and endodontic specialty perspective—so treatment decisions don’t default to removing teeth when better options exist.

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Questions people ask before booking

Can I get full arch implants if I have bone loss?

Often, yes, but it depends on where the bone loss is and how much support is available. A CBCT scan helps determine whether implants can be placed, whether grafting is needed, or whether a staged plan is safer.

Are All-on-4 and full arch restoration the same?

All-on-4 is one type of full arch restoration. Full arch restoration is the broader category and may include All-on-4, All-on-6, fixed implant bridges, implant-retained overdentures, or staged full-mouth reconstruction.

Will my teeth be fixed or removable?

That depends on your treatment plan. Some patients receive fixed teeth that stay in place, while others may benefit from a removable implant-retained overdenture. Your anatomy, budget, hygiene needs, and long-term goals all matter.

How long does full arch restoration take?

The timeline depends on your oral health, infection level, bone support, healing needs, and whether treatment is immediate or staged. Some patients qualify for a faster approach, while others need several phases to protect the final outcome.

Is full arch restoration painful?

Comfort is part of the planning process. Angela Leung DDS PC offers anesthesia and sedation options depending on the procedure and patient needs. Most treatment plans also include post-operative instructions and follow-up visits to support healing.

How do I maintain full arch implants?

Full arch restorations still require daily cleaning and professional maintenance. Fixed restorations may require special brushes, flossing aids, or water flossers. Removable options must be cleaned daily. Your maintenance plan will depend on the type of restoration you receive.

We Are Serving South San Francisco, CA

Angela Leung DDS PC – The Endodontics Implant Center
1131 Mission Road, South San Francisco, CA 94080

Phone: 415-681-2697

Hours: Monday–Friday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm (Saturday & Sunday closed)

Ready to get a real plan?

If you’re dealing with missing teeth, failing dental work, or full-mouth breakdown, the fastest relief is clarity.