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Zirconia All-on-4 dental implants in Dr. Fernando Giovanella Clinic

About the clinic

Zirconia All-on-4 dental implants at the Dr. Fernando Giovanella Clinic in Blumenau, Brazil, provide a full-arch restoration for patients with missing teeth. This procedure uses four implants to support a fixed zirconia bridge without the need for bone grafting. The clinic is known for its advanced digital workflow and the FaceFirst design method, which aligns the new teeth with the patient’s facial proportions.

Advanced Surgical Planning

The clinic uses a complete digital workflow to help with surgical accuracy. It starts with a CT scan and a 3D simulation of the jaw. Dr. Fernando Giovanella uses a 3D-printed replica of the patient's bone to rehearse the surgery before the actual procedure. To help place the implants with millimeter precision, the team uses the SkinGuide custom resin guide. This careful planning helps make the single surgery more predictable and efficient.

The FaceFirst Approach and Materials

The FaceFirst method helps create a smile that supports the lips and matches facial harmony. This technique was published in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. The final bridge is made from zirconia, a durable and natural-looking material. Most patients receive their fixed teeth within 3 to 7 days of the procedure. This immediate loading means you do not have to wait months for a functional smile.

Expertise of Dr. Fernando Giovanella

Dr. Fernando Giovanella is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon with over 20 years of experience. He holds a Master’s degree in Implant Dentistry and wrote the book Zygoma 2.0. As the creator of the SkinGuide and FaceFirst methods, he focuses on both the function and the look of the restoration. The clinic holds ISO 9001 and TEMOS accreditations, showing a commitment to international quality standards.

Comfort and Safety

Surgery takes place in a private surgical suite with several anesthesia choices. Patients can choose local anesthesia, intravenous sedation managed by a physician anesthesiologist, or general anesthesia. For cases requiring general anesthesia, the clinic works with Hospital Unimed Blumenau. These options help keep the patient comfortable during the single-day surgical session.

To learn more about your options for full-arch restoration, you can leave a request on Bookimed.

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Special offers

Dental Treatment
Zirconia All-on-4 dental implants
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Treatments prices in the clinic

Last price update — 29.03.2025. Prices can be changed depending on the medical case and doctor's recommendations.
Dental Treatment
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Zirconia All-on-4 dental implants $12100 - $15300
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Licences

Dentist license for Dr. Fernando Giovanella, Dr. Fernando Giovanella Clinic, Brazil
Dentistry diploma for Dr. Fernando Giovanella, Universidade do Vale do Itajaí, Brazil, 2005
Master's degree diploma in Dentistry for Fernando Giovanella, Universidade do Sagrado Coração, Brazil, 2011

Dr. Fernando Giovanella Clinic: more details about the clinic

Brazil, Blumenau

What the clinic treats

Full-arch rehabilitation of the upper and lower jaw for patients who were told they do not have enough bone for implants, or whose bone grafts or implants failed. Depending on the CT scan, the implants are anchored in the front of the jaw (All-on-4 or All-on-6), in the cheekbone (zygomatic implants) or in the pterygoid region, in many cases without bone grafting. Dr. Giovanella chooses the technique after reviewing the patient's CT scan.

The surgeon

Dr. Fernando Giovanella is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon and implant dentist registered with the Santa Catarina Regional Dental Council (CRO-SC 8237). He holds a master's degree in Dentistry (Implantology) from UNISAGRADO, Bauru (2011), and has over 20 years of practice. He assesses, plans and operates every case himself.

  • Author of the book ZIGOMA 2.0 (Editora Napoleão – Quintessence, 2023), ISBN 978-85-48001-64-2
  • Author of a clinical report on graftless complete-arch rehabilitation using a facial approach, The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry (2025), DOI 10.1016/j.prosdent.2025.03.046
  • Lead author of a technical note on a modified subcrestal buccal flap for All-on-4, Cureus (2024), DOI 10.7759/cureus.58453
  • Creator of the SkinGuide® surgical guide method and inventor of a cannulated drill, Brazilian patent BR 20 2022 007476 9
  • Coordinator and professor of the Implant Dentistry specialization program at IOA Blumenau; instructor of a hands-on zygomatic implant course at UFF (Niterói)
  • ORCID 0000-0002-1887-1061 · Lattes CV 5996599894025716

How a case is planned

Planning starts with the patient's CT scan (DICOM). The surgery is planned in 3D and transferred to the mouth with a custom surgical guide (SkinGuide®). Zygomatic cases are first rehearsed on a 3D-printed replica of the patient's bone. The patient receives the treatment plan and the price in writing before booking flights.

Anesthesia and where surgery takes place

Most surgeries are performed at the clinic under intravenous sedation given by a physician anesthesiologist, after a pre-anesthetic assessment. Selected cases are performed under general anesthesia at Hospital Unimed Blumenau, a JCI-accredited hospital.

Prosthesis options

Resin (included in the base price): a definitive fixed bridge of 12 teeth is placed 3–5 days after surgery, in one trip, with a check-up and reline at 3–4 months. Zirconia (optional upgrade): a 3D-printed fixed provisional bridge is placed within 3–5 days, and the zirconia bridge is fitted on a second one-week trip after 3 months.

Registration and languages

The clinic is registered with the Santa Catarina Regional Dental Council (EPAO 1586). Care is provided in English and Portuguese.

Additional services
Language assistance
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free
Accommodation
Hotel (apartments) near the clinic, billed daily
What procedures do patients have most often?
The most common procedures in the hospital are:
  • Zirconia All-on-4 dental implants

Patient reviews

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Eliton Santos

Mar 21, 2025
I had the extraction of 2 teeth with Dr. Fernando. I was very well taken care of, and he gave me several options, because I have 2 impacted teeth that are difficult to remove and I haven’t removed them yet. He explained my case very well and the care I need to take.

Flávio Amaya

Sep 1, 2024
I’ve never been his patient and I don’t know him personally. I got to know his work today through YouTube. As a dental surgeon, I have only one word to say about this professional: he’s not good—he’s excellent. I’m a dentist in Rio (general and orthodontist) and I’ve never liked having surgery. Kkkkk

Kamyla Vitória

Jul 29, 2024
I’m Odelzete. Dr Fernando is a super professional. For 2 years I searched for a professional to do zygomatic implants, and God placed him in my path. 1000 out of 10.

Luciano Ap.D.S.Fernandes

Feb 18, 2020
Personalized care and always studying, striving to achieve aesthetics close to natural teeth, with quality and comfort for the patient, helping to boost their self-esteem.

Kézia Karoliny

Dec 21, 2017
Dr Fernando is wonderful—super attentive, sensitive, and a great professional. His all-on-4 technique is innovative and very practical for the patient. I recommend it!

Gustavo Goebel Pereira

Aug 25, 2021
Congratulations, Dr Fernando. May God bless you a lot!

Daniel Tonioti

Oct 30, 2020
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Erika Santos

Feb 19, 2020

Ehomar Silva Schlischting

Feb 19, 2020

Felipe De moraes de souza

Feb 18, 2020

Centro Clínico Santa Catarina - Rua Armando Odebrecht, 70, Blumenau - SC, 89020-403, Brazil

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