All-on-6 Dental Implants Abroad

All-on-6 dental implants abroad cost from £3,500 per arch, against £12,000–£18,000 in the UK. This guide explains what All-on-6 is, how it differs from All-on-4, when the extra implants are worth it, the two-trip timeline, and the typical 2026 prices across the main destinations.

What is All-on-6?

All-on-6 replaces a full arch of missing or failing teeth with a fixed bridge anchored on six dental implants. The bridge is screwed onto the implants, so it does not come out like a denture. Your dentist places six titanium posts into the jawbone, lets them fuse with the bone over a few months, then fits the permanent bridge on top.

It is one of a family of full-arch techniques. The numbers in the name simply tell you how many implants support the bridge — four for All-on-4, six for All-on-6, and occasionally eight for very demanding cases. More implants spread the biting load across more anchor points.

The appeal is straightforward. One arch of natural teeth has 12–14 teeth in it, and replacing them individually would mean 12–14 separate implants at enormous cost. Full-arch techniques give you a complete set of fixed teeth on far fewer posts.

All-on-6 vs All-on-4: the real difference

The two treatments look identical from the outside. The difference is underneath.

All-on-4 uses four implants, with the two rear ones angled to catch more bone and avoid the sinus and nerve. All-on-6 adds two more implants, usually placed more upright and spread further back along the arch. That extra support can matter for people with a strong bite, a longer bridge, or bone that can take the additional posts.

More implants is not automatically better. Each implant needs enough healthy bone around it, and forcing six posts into a jaw that has lost bone can do more harm than placing four well. This is a clinical judgement, not a shopping choice — your dentist decides how many implants your bone and bite actually need after seeing a 3D CT scan. We compare the two head to head in our All-on-4 vs All-on-6 guide.

How much does All-on-6 cost abroad?

The saving against UK private prices is the reason most patients look abroad in the first place. Here are typical 2026 prices per arch.

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Full-arch implant work like this is generally not available on the NHS, which funds dentures for tooth loss rather than fixed implant bridges except in rare clinical cases. So the realistic comparison is against UK private pricing, where a single All-on-6 arch commonly runs £12,000–£18,000, and both arches can approach £30,000.

Cheaper quotes usually reflect budget implant systems; premium brands such as Straumann or Nobel Biocare sit at the top of each range. For a wider view of destinations and how the numbers stack up, see our dental implants abroad cost hub and the UK vs abroad price comparison.

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When are six implants actually needed?

Six implants tend to be recommended over four when:

• You have a heavy or grinding bite that puts more load on the bridge.
• Your bone volume is good enough to host the extra posts without grafting.
• The bridge spans a full, longer arch and the dentist wants more even support.
• You want to reduce the strain carried by each individual implant over the long term.

Four implants can be the better answer when bone has been lost and grafting would otherwise be needed to fit six, or when the anatomy simply does not allow six well-placed posts. Neither approach is a fixed rule. A clinic that quotes the same solution to every enquirer without seeing your scans is selling a package, not planning your treatment.

The two-trip timeline

Implants need to fuse with the jawbone, a process called osseointegration, so All-on-6 almost always runs across two trips.

• Trip 1 (5–7 days): consultation, 3D CT scan, any extractions, placement of the six implants, and fitting of a temporary fixed bridge to wear while you heal.
• Healing at home (3–6 months): the implants integrate with the bone. You wear the temporary teeth and eat softer foods.
• Trip 2 (5–7 days): the permanent bridge is fitted, the bite is checked and fine-tuned, and any final adjustments are made.

Some clinics offer "teeth in a day", loading a fixed bridge onto the implants immediately. This genuinely suits some patients with strong bone, but it is not right for everyone, and the final bridge still comes later once healing is complete. Your dentist assesses whether immediate loading is safe in your case.

Weighing the saving against the risks

The money saved on a full arch is large, but so is the treatment, and it is worth going in with eyes open. The British Dental Association reports that 86% of UK dentists have treated patients with complications from dental work done abroad, with implants among the most common. Repairs are usually private and can run from several hundred to several thousand pounds.

The NHS is clear that it may not fund follow-up for treatment obtained abroad, and may only offer limited help such as pain relief or removal rather than repair. The General Dental Council's guidance on going abroad stresses getting a full written treatment plan, ensuring your complete medical history is taken, and bringing home copies of all records, scans and prescriptions.

None of this means avoiding treatment abroad — it means vetting the clinic properly. Our guide on whether dental work in Turkey is safe sets out the full checklist. For destination-specific detail, see our All-on-6 in Turkey cost guide, All-on-4 in Turkey and All-on-4 in Hungary.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does All-on-6 cost abroad?

Typically £3,500–£6,500 per arch in Turkey and £3,800–£6,800 in Hungary or Poland, against £12,000–£18,000 privately in the UK. That is a saving of roughly 55–70% per arch, even before you factor in that both arches can approach £30,000 at UK private prices.

Is All-on-6 better than All-on-4?

Not automatically. All-on-6 spreads the biting load across more implants, which can help a heavy bite or a longer bridge, but it needs more healthy bone. All-on-4 can be the better choice where bone has been lost. Your dentist decides after a 3D scan.

How many trips abroad does All-on-6 need?

Usually two. The first trip (5–7 days) covers the scan, any extractions and placement of the six implants with a temporary bridge. After 3–6 months of healing at home, a second trip (5–7 days) fits the permanent bridge.

Does the NHS offer All-on-6 implants?

Full-arch implant bridges are not routinely available on the NHS, which generally funds dentures for tooth loss rather than fixed implant work except in rare clinical cases. The realistic comparison is against UK private prices of £12,000–£18,000 per arch.

How long do All-on-6 implants last?

The implants themselves can last many years, often decades, with good hygiene and regular check-ups. The bridge on top is more likely to need repair or replacement over time. Success depends heavily on placement quality, bone health and ongoing maintenance.

What happens if my All-on-6 fails after I get home?

The NHS may not fund repair of implant work done abroad, offering only limited help such as pain relief or removal. Private UK repairs can cost from several hundred to several thousand pounds, which is why a written aftercare plan and UK follow-up should be arranged before you travel.

Clinics UK patients look at

The four with the most Google reviews among the dental clinics we hold. Each has a free page with its records.

Dentakay Dental ClinicIstanbul, TurkeyAttelia Oral and Dental Health CenterAntalya (Kızıltoprak, Muratpaşa), TurkeyDentSpaIstanbul, TurkeyEsnan Dental Clinics Topkapı (Istanbul)Istanbul (Topkapı, Zeytinburnu), Turkey

Written by Saher Shodhan

Saher Shodhan is the founder of Thera Travel, which publishes what the official records show about clinics abroad, each fact with the date it was checked, and answers patients' enquiries, free. More about Thera → How we write and check our guides →