What Are All-on-6 Dental Implants?

All-on-6 is a full-arch dental restoration technique that uses six strategically placed titanium implants to support a complete set of fixed teeth. It is an alternative to the more widely known All-on-4 concept, offering additional stability through two extra implant posts. The result is a permanent, non-removable set of teeth that function and look like natural dentition.

For UK patients considering this procedure, Turkey offers significant cost advantages without compromising on the quality of materials or clinical expertise. This guide covers everything you need to know about All-on-6 in Turkey — from pricing and the clinical process to recovery timelines and long-term outcomes.

All-on-6 Cost: Turkey vs UK

In the UK, All-on-6 dental implants cost between £12,000 and £20,000 per arch at private practices. In Turkey, the same procedure using equivalent implant systems ranges from £3,000 to £6,500 per arch. For patients needing both arches restored, the UK total reaches £24,000 to £40,000, while Turkish clinics offer the complete treatment for £6,000 to £13,000.

These prices typically include the six implant posts, the abutment connections, the full-arch prosthetic bridge, all consultations, X-rays, and temporary restorations during the healing phase. Premium clinics that use implant systems from Straumann or Nobel Biocare sit at the higher end of the Turkish price range but still represent a 50 to 65 percent saving over UK prices for equivalent materials.

For a detailed comparison with the four-implant alternative, see our All-on-4 Turkey cost analysis.

All-on-6 vs All-on-4: Which Is Better?

The choice between All-on-6 and All-on-4 depends on your bone density, jaw anatomy, and clinical needs. All-on-6 provides greater load distribution across six points rather than four, reducing stress on each individual implant. This can be particularly beneficial for patients with moderate bone loss who may not be ideal candidates for just four implants, those who grind their teeth (bruxism) where additional support reduces fracture risk, and upper jaw restorations where bone density is typically lower than the lower jaw.

All-on-4 remains an excellent option for patients with adequate bone density and is slightly less expensive. Your treating dentist will recommend the appropriate approach based on your 3D CBCT scan results. Research published on PubMed shows comparable long-term success rates for both techniques (above 95 percent at 10 years) when properly planned and executed.

The Treatment Process in Turkey

Pre-Treatment (Remote)

Before travelling, you will send panoramic X-rays and photographs to the clinic for a preliminary assessment. The dental team creates an initial treatment plan including implant positions, prosthetic design, and cost estimate. A video consultation with your treating surgeon allows you to discuss the plan and ask questions.

Day 1: Clinical Assessment

Upon arrival, you undergo a comprehensive examination including a 3D CBCT scan (essential for precise implant planning), detailed oral health assessment, and finalisation of the surgical plan. If teeth need extracting before implant placement, this is scheduled for the same day or the following morning.

Day 2: Surgery

The implant surgery itself takes 2 to 4 hours per arch under local anaesthesia with optional IV sedation. Six implants are placed at calculated angles to maximise bone contact and primary stability. In most cases, a temporary fixed bridge is attached to the implants on the same day (immediate loading), giving you functional teeth before you leave the clinic.

Days 3-7: Recovery in Turkey

The first 48 hours involve the most swelling and discomfort. By day 3, most patients report significant improvement. During this recovery period you will have follow-up appointments to check healing and adjust the temporary bridge. The clinic provides appropriate pain medication, antibiotics, and a detailed dietary plan (soft foods for the first 2 weeks).

3-6 Months Later: Final Prosthetic

After the implants have fully integrated with the jawbone (osseointegration), you return to Turkey for 3 to 5 days to have the permanent prosthetic bridge fitted. This is fabricated from high-strength zirconia or acrylic-over-metal and is designed to be your long-term restoration. Some clinics offer to send the final prosthetic by courier after taking digital impressions, though an in-person fitting is always preferable for optimal results.

Recovery Timeline

Understanding the recovery process helps you plan your time off work and manage expectations. During week 1, swelling peaks at 48 to 72 hours then gradually subsides. Bruising is common, especially with upper arch surgery. Soft diet only — soups, smoothies, mashed foods. In weeks 2 to 4, swelling resolves, discomfort diminishes significantly, and you can gradually introduce semi-solid foods. You can typically return to desk work within 5 to 7 days. During months 1 to 3, the implants are integrating with the bone. Avoid very hard or chewy foods. Normal social and work activities resume fully. At months 3 to 6, osseointegration is complete and you can return for the permanent prosthetic. Full dietary freedom is restored once the final bridge is fitted.

Risks and Complications

All-on-6 carries the same surgical risks as any implant procedure: infection at the implant site, nerve damage (primarily in the lower jaw), sinus perforation (upper jaw), implant failure to integrate, and fracture of the temporary prosthetic during the healing phase. The additional two implants in the All-on-6 protocol provide a safety margin — even if one implant fails to integrate, the remaining five can often support the prosthetic while the failed site heals and is re-implanted.

Long-term risks include peri-implantitis (inflammation around the implants from plaque accumulation), prosthetic fracture from heavy grinding, and screw loosening requiring periodic tightening. Our guide to long-term implant complications covers prevention strategies in detail.

Choosing a Clinic for All-on-6 in Turkey

All-on-6 is a complex surgical procedure that demands a high level of expertise. When selecting a Turkish clinic, prioritise surgeons who specialise in full-arch implant cases (not general dentists who occasionally place implants), clinics with in-house 3D CBCT scanning and surgical planning software, facilities that use premium implant systems with documented long-term evidence, JCI-accredited clinics with dedicated surgical suites, and practices that provide written lifetime or long-term guarantees on their implant work.

Ask specifically how many All-on-6 cases the surgeon has completed and request before-and-after photos with patient consent. The General Dental Council equivalent in Turkey is the Turkish Dental Association, which can verify practitioner credentials. For help evaluating clinics, see our independent clinic comparison.

Is All-on-6 Right for You?

All-on-6 is an excellent solution for patients who have lost most or all of their teeth and want a permanent, fixed replacement, those currently wearing dentures who want to upgrade to fixed teeth, patients with moderate bone loss who need the extra stability of six implants, and anyone who wants to restore full dental function and aesthetics in a single treatment protocol. The procedure is not suitable for patients with severe uncontrolled diabetes, heavy smokers unwilling to quit during the healing phase, or those with insufficient bone volume that cannot be addressed with grafting. A thorough clinical assessment determines your suitability.