“Teeth in 1 Day,” also known as the All on 4 procedure, is commonly used to describe a treatment plan in which a qualifying patient may receive a fixed temporary restoration on the day implants are placed. It does not mean that every patient follows the same schedule, or that the temporary teeth are the final restoration. Your plan depends on your examination, imaging, oral health, medical history, and the procedures your dentist recommends.
Use this guide to prepare for your consultation and to understand the questions that may matter before and after treatment. Your dental team’s written instructions should always take priority over general online guidance.
What should I bring to the consultation?
A complete history helps the dental team evaluate options and plan care. Bring a current list of prescription medicines, over-the-counter products, and supplements. Share allergies, medical conditions, tobacco or nicotine use, previous problems with dental treatment or sedation, and any recent changes in your health.
If available, bring recent dental records or imaging and explain what is not working for you now. Examples include loose dentures, difficulty chewing, missing or failing teeth, discomfort, or concerns about appearance. It also helps to name your priorities: fewer removable parts, easier cleaning, a different look, or a clearer understanding of timing and cost.
Questions to ask before accepting a treatment plan
- Which teeth, if any, would need to be removed, and why?
- Would bone grafting or another preparatory procedure be considered in my case?
- Is a temporary fixed restoration planned for treatment day, and what could change that plan?
- How will the temporary restoration differ from the final one?
- What type of anesthesia or sedation may be considered, and what medical review is required?
- What eating, cleaning, medication, and activity instructions will I receive?
- How many follow-up visits are expected, and what will be checked at each visit?
- Who should I contact after hours if I have a concern?
For a fuller overview of the clinical sequence, see how the Teeth in 1 Day process works. For broader suitability questions, read the separate patient guide about whether All on 4 may be appropriate.
How should I prepare for the appointment?
Follow only the medication, eating, drinking, and fasting instructions given for your planned appointment. Do not stop a prescribed medicine unless the prescribing clinician and dental team have told you how to manage it. Tell the office if your health, medication list, or transportation plan changes before treatment.
If sedation is part of the plan, ask whether an adult escort is required and when you may resume driving, work, exercise, and important decision-making. Prepare suitable foods and supplies in advance according to the practice’s instructions, and keep the office and after-hours contact information easy to find.
What may happen on treatment day?
The team should review the planned care, answer remaining questions, and confirm consent before treatment. The procedures performed may include extractions, implant placement, and delivery of a temporary restoration when this has been planned and remains clinically appropriate. The exact sequence is individualized; treatment-day decisions may change if the clinical findings differ from what was expected.
The temporary restoration is part of the healing and evaluation period. Follow the team’s instructions about how to clean it and what foods or activities to avoid. Do not assume that feeling comfortable means the tissues or implants have finished healing.
What should I expect during follow-up?
Follow-up visits allow the team to check healing, hygiene, comfort, and how the teeth come together. Adjustments may be needed. The timing and design of a final restoration depend on the treatment plan and the clinical response; ask the practice to explain the milestones that apply to you.
Contact the practice promptly if bleeding does not settle as instructed, pain or swelling is worsening instead of improving, you develop a fever or other signs of illness, the restoration feels loose, or your bite suddenly feels different. Trouble breathing or swallowing requires emergency help.
Disclaimer: This content is intended for educational purposes only and does not replace professional dental or medical advice. Patients should consult a licensed dental professional for personalized care recommendations.
Next step
If you are considering this treatment, schedule a consultation and bring this checklist. The Cunning Dental team can explain which options, preparation steps, and follow-up plan apply after an examination.
Dr. Serino is the lead dentist at Cunning Dental in Montclair, CA with over 16 years of experience providing exceptional general, restorative, and cosmetic dental care. As a licensed California dentist, he combines advanced clinical training with a deeply compassionate, patient-first philosophy, ensuring each visit is comfortable, transparent, and tailored to individual needs. Dr. Serino is committed to building lasting relationships within the Montclair community, offering trusted, high-quality dental services for individuals and families throughout the area.