ATLANTA, GEORGIA – On the north end of Atlanta is an unassuming dental office, quietly doing big things. Dr. Cheng Gao of Smile Today Atlanta is drastically improving the lives of his patients, one 3 on 6™ smile at a time. This unique procedure gives patients a new permanent smile without bone reduction or fake gums, but what it really gives is a second chance.
Dr. Gao began dental school in China in 1977 and specialized in Oral Pathology in school at Beijing. He moved to the U.S. in 1991 as a research scientist, focusing on gum disease and dental implant studies, helping companies develop better implant products for restoring teeth. Dr. Gao wanted to practice dentistry in the United States and in 2005 he received his second dental degree from Boston University, after which he relocated to Atlanta, Georgia.
In 2024, Dr. Gao completed the full mouth rehabilitation course from Smile Systems and became a licensed 3 on 6™ provider. Dr. Gao is extremely excited to be offering this incredible treatment option to his patients.
“The 3 on 6™ a superior option. It is a well developed technique and it is the right way to do it in the majority of situations.”
The 3 on 6™ procedure was pioneered in 2013 by Dr. Randy Roberts of Smile Clinic. It is a permanent, implant supported solution for full arch teeth replacement. The procedure involves six titanium implants and three zirconia bridges to permanently restore dentition. The goals of the 3 on 6™ are to preserve the patient's healthy bone and create a more hygienic and esthetic smile. Advancements in dental technologies allows 3 on 6™ providers to offer predictable, high-quality treatment with an extremely high success rate.
Dr. Gao believes that the 3 on 6™ provides many benefits over the All-on-4 that patients should be aware of. He explained, “It is not like All-on-4 in which a lot of bone has to be cut off. 3 on 6™ preserves patient’s bone, is slim, does not have a wider base, and thus is much easier to clean or maintain than All-on-4. It provides a more natural feeling and look and is less bulky.”
Case studies by Smile Systems show better long-term outcomes for 3 on 6™ patients. The segmented bridges allow for increased bone stimulation which contributes to bone health and retention and long-term dental implant success. In addition, the 3 on 6™ is cheaper and easier to maintain than the All-on-4.
Dr. Gao and Smile Today Atlanta proudly serve the areas of Atlanta, Brookhaven, Tucker, Lilburn, Norcross, Sandy Springs Dunwoody, Peachtree Corners, North Druid Hills, Decatur, Stone Mountain, Marietta, Snellville, Lawrenceville, and more.
You can learn more here about 3 on 6™ treatment from Smile Today Atlanta.
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