Most patients who come to Tharp, Klaus & Kelly Dental Clinic in Flowood searching for full-arch dental implants have already done a fair amount of research. They’ve seen terms like All-on-4, same-day teeth, and full-mouth implants. They want to know what system they’re actually getting and what the quality of those implants is. That’s a smart question. Not all implant systems are equal, and the system your provider uses matters.
At Tharp, Klaus & Kelly, full-arch cases are treated using the TeethXpress® protocol with BioHorizons® implants, a combination with a documented 99.2% success rate and a patient experience designed to deliver functional teeth the same day as surgery.
Patients from Flowood, Jackson, Pearl, and Brandon come to us for full-arch care that’s handled in a single practice from consultation through final restoration. If you’re ready to learn whether TeethXpress is the right path for you, call (601) 939-4100 to schedule your evaluation.
Choosing TeethXpress is one piece of the outcome equation. The other is the team placing it. At Tharp, Klaus & Kelly in Flowood, full-arch implant cases are handled by a team with training that goes well beyond general dental implant placement.
Dr. Greggory Tharp holds dual board certifications from the American Board of Prosthodontics and the American Board of Oral Implantology, a distinction held by very few dentists in Mississippi. His prosthodontic training directly informs how full-arch cases are planned. The bite relationship, the vertical dimension of the restoration, the aesthetic design of the prosthesis, and the long-term functional demands on the implants are all considered from the start.
Because both surgical and restorative phases are handled in-house, the same team that places your implants also designs and fits your final restoration. There’s no referral to a separate prosthodontist to finish the case. That continuity means fewer variables, better communication, and a final result that reflects a single unified treatment plan rather than two separate providers working in sequence.
TeethXpress is a full-arch immediate-load implant protocol developed by BioHorizons, one of the world’s leading implant manufacturers. It uses a small number of strategically placed BioHorizons Tapered implants with Laser-Lok® technology to support a complete fixed prosthesis for a full upper arch, lower arch, or both. “Immediate load” means the temporary prosthesis is attached to the implants the same day as surgery, so patients leave the procedure with functional teeth rather than waiting months for bone integration before receiving any teeth at all.
The system was built around three core engineering principles: primary stability at the time of placement, a connective tissue seal at the gumline, and a predictable long-term integration with bone. Each of those features addresses a specific failure point in older implant designs, which is why TeethXpress outcomes compare favorably to the broader implant literature.
The most clinically significant feature of BioHorizons implants used in the TeethXpress system is the Laser-Lok zone, a series of precisely engineered microchannels on the implant surface created by a laser treatment process. When the implant integrates, the Laser-Lok zone actively promotes attachment of both connective tissue and bone at the implant collar.
Why does that matter? Most implants rely solely on osseointegration, the process by which bone fuses to the implant surface. The Laser-Lok zone adds a connective tissue seal above the bone level, creating a biological barrier that helps protect the bone from the bacterial environment of the mouth over time. Independent research has demonstrated that this tissue attachment helps retain the bone immediately surrounding the top of the implant.
The implant threads themselves are engineered specifically for the immediate-load context. Buttress threads are designed to maximize initial contact with the surrounding bone at the time of placement, providing the primary stability that makes same-day loading possible. Without sufficient primary stability, attaching a prosthesis on the day of surgery would put the implant at risk during the early healing phase. The BioHorizons threadform is designed specifically to achieve the stability thresholds that make TeethXpress predictable.
The prosthetic components that connect the final restoration to the implants are engineered for flexibility and precision. Multi-unit abutments allow the restorative dentist to compensate for implant angulation differences across an arch, simplifying the process of designing and fitting a prosthesis that achieves proper bite alignment, even when implants are placed at the strategic angles used in All-on-4 and similar techniques.
The TeethXpress system carries a documented 99.2% implant success rate. That figure comes from clinical data on BioHorizons implants placed using the TeethXpress protocol, and it reflects the proportion of implants that remain stable, functional, and integrated at follow-up. That is the standard clinical definition of implant success.
For context: the broader literature on dental implants generally reports success rates in the 95–98% range over five to ten years. A 99.2% rate positions TeethXpress in the upper tier of documented implant outcomes. It’s also worth noting that this figure represents outcomes across a range of patients, bone types, and clinical conditions. It is not the best-case number drawn from ideal candidates only.
At Tharp, Klaus & Kelly, we chose the TeethXpress system because that data matters to our patients and to us. Full-arch implant treatment is a significant investment. Patients deserve to know that the system placed in their jaw has the clinical track record to back up the outcome they’re hoping for.
Your first appointment includes a full clinical evaluation, dental and medical history review, and cone-beam CT imaging of your jaw. This imaging gives your dentist a three-dimensional picture of bone volume, density, and anatomical structures. All of those factors determine implant placement, angle, and the number of implants your arch requires.
Surgery is performed under your chosen sedation option. Any remaining teeth that need to be removed are extracted at this appointment. BioHorizons Tapered implants are placed at precise positions and angles within the jaw, and a provisional prosthesis is attached, so you leave with functional teeth the same day. Most full-arch surgeries are completed within three to four hours.
The initial healing period focuses on protecting the integration process. A soft diet is maintained, and oral hygiene is managed with a prescribed rinse and low-speed water flosser. Follow-up appointments allow the team to monitor healing and make any needed adjustments to the temporary prosthesis.
Once osseointegration is confirmed, the provisional prosthesis is replaced with your permanent, custom-fabricated restoration. The final prosthetic is designed around your facial structure, bite, and aesthetic goals. This is the completion of the process and the beginning of a long-term result built to function like natural teeth.
Implants require professional maintenance just as natural teeth do. Regular dental cleanings at our Flowood office, combined with daily brushing and water flossing at home, protect the tissue and bone surrounding your implants. We’ll build a maintenance schedule appropriate to your case.
TeethXpress is designed for patients who are missing all or most of their teeth in one or both arches, or those whose remaining teeth are failing and need to be replaced rather than restored. Candidates typically include:
Factors that may require evaluation or management before treatment include active gum disease, uncontrolled systemic health conditions that affect healing, and tobacco use. These are not automatic disqualifiers. In many cases, they simply need to be addressed in the treatment plan before surgery proceeds. A 3D imaging evaluation and comprehensive clinical exam are the most accurate ways to determine whether TeethXpress is appropriate for your specific anatomy and health history.
TeethXpress is a full-arch immediate-load implant protocol that uses the same foundational concept as All-on-4: a complete arch of teeth supported by a small number of strategically placed implants, attached the same day as surgery. The distinction is in the implant system. TeethXpress uses BioHorizons implants with Laser-Lok technology. The number of implants per arch varies by case and may be four, five, or six, depending on your bone anatomy and treatment plan.
Yes, with one important clarification. On the day of surgery, a temporary prosthesis is attached to your implants, giving you functional teeth before you leave the office. This temporary restoration stays in place during the healing and osseointegration period. The permanent, final prosthesis is placed several months later, once your bone has fully integrated with the implants. Most patients describe the temporary prosthesis as a significant improvement over their previous situation.
BioHorizons implants are built for long-term function. The implant posts themselves are designed to last a lifetime with proper care and maintenance. The prosthetic restoration placed over the implants may eventually need maintenance or replacement after many years, depending on wear and material, but the implants anchoring it are intended to remain stable indefinitely.
Many patients who have experienced bone loss after tooth loss are still good candidates for TeethXpress without grafting. The angled implant placement technique used in full-arch protocols engages denser bone deeper in the jaw, which allows the procedure to work even when surface bone volume is limited.
Whether grafting is needed is determined by your 3D imaging results. It is a far less common requirement with this approach than with traditional implant placement.
Full-arch implant treatment with TeethXpress is a significant investment that varies based on the number of arches being treated, the number of implants required, sedation, and the design of your final prosthesis. Our team provides a detailed cost estimate after your diagnostic evaluation, and financing options are available. Many patients find that when the long-term cost of denture maintenance and replacements is factored in, implants represent a stronger value over time.
If you’re living with dentures that don’t feel secure, dealing with teeth that are failing faster than you can fix them, or simply tired of the daily limitations that come with significant tooth loss, TeethXpress may be the most direct path to a permanent solution. The system is backed by clinical data, the implants are among the most rigorously engineered in the field, and at Tharp, Klaus & Kelly in Flowood, the team placing them has the training to deliver outcomes that hold up.
We welcome patients from throughout the Jackson, MS, area, including Jackson, Pearl, and Brandon. Call our Flowood dental office at (601) 939-4100 or book online to schedule your TeethXpress consultation. The evaluation includes 3D imaging and a complete treatment plan, so you’ll leave knowing exactly what’s possible and what the path forward looks like.
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