March 6, 2026
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Adam Fisher, DMD

While every full mouth restoration case is different, most patients want to know two things right away: how soon they can begin and how long the full process will take. 

At Saline Oral Facial & Dental Implant Surgery, consultations are typically available within days, and your first visit is focused on outlining a clear plan for treatment.


Step 1: The Consultation

Timeline: Often scheduled within days

Your first visit is focused on evaluation and planning. During this appointment, your surgical needs are assessed and your full treatment timeline is clearly outlined.


Step 2: The Surgical Phase

Timeline: One visit or staged over several appointments

The surgical phase includes removing damaged teeth and placing dental implants as needed. Some patients complete this in a single visit, while others require staged treatment depending on bone health and overall complexity.

Dr. Fisher performs the implant placement, and once healing is complete, your restorative dentist completes the final prosthetic phase.


Step 3: Healing

Timeline: Approximately 3–6 months

After implants are placed, the bone needs time to heal and integrate with the implants. This healing period varies from patient to patient.

During this phase, temporary teeth may be worn while the implants stabilize. Once healing is confirmed, you move into the final restoration stage.


Step 4: Final Restoration

Timeline: 4–8 weeks after healing is complete

Once healing is confirmed, your restorative dentist designs and places your final teeth. The timeline can vary depending on the complexity of your case, laboratory fabrication time, and scheduling coordination. 

This stage is handled by your restorative dentist, coordinated carefully to ensure the implants are restored correctly.


Total Timeline: What Most Patients Can Expect

For many patients, full mouth restoration takes:

4 to 8 months from consultation to final teeth

Complex cases involving significant grafting may take longer.

What makes the difference is not just surgical skill. It is clear coordination and efficient scheduling.


What Determines Your Exact Timeline?

Every full mouth restoration is unique. Factors include:

  • Number of implants needed
  • Need for bone grafting
  • Health conditions that affect healing
  • Coordination timing with your restoring dentist

The most important first step is an evaluation to determine your specific path.


Learn More About All-on-4 Treatment 

To learn more about full arch solutions and whether you may be a candidate, explore our All-on-4 treatment page at Saline Oral Facial & Dental Implant Surgery.