March 20, 2019
Many potential implant patients wonder if an implant can be placed immediately after extraction. The answer is yes. However, the proper tooth extraction and implant timeline is different for everyone. While one patient might greatly benefit from immediate implant placement, another may be more suited for a delayed procedure.
Read on to learn more about delayed and immediate implants, their benefits and the importance of choosing the right implant timeline and system for both the clinic and the patient.
Delayed implant loading is the traditional option for implant procedures. First, the dentist removes the patient’s old tooth. They then wait for the area to heal fully before inserting the implant. The healing process typically takes around three to four months, during which time the patient can wear dentures if preferred.
After the site completely heals, the surgeon will then place the fixture and load the prosthesis.
In immediate dental implant placement — not to be confused with immediate placement — the dental surgeon places the implant fixture immediately after the tooth’s extraction. The process has recently gained popularity and enjoys a high success rate among eligible patients.
Immediate loading occurs when the surgeon places a restoration within 48 hours of the placement — often during the same procedure.
Immediate dental implants offer many benefits to both practitioners and their patients. Some of these advantages include:
However, immediate implants aren’t for everyone. The following considerations may indicate that a patient will be better suited for delayed implant loading:
Just as your techniques affect the implant’s longevity and your patient’s satisfaction, so does the implant’s quality. Before you outline a tooth extraction and implant timeline, make sure you’re using the best possible products for a smile your patient will cherish for a lifetime.
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