What Are Same-Day Dental Implants?
If you have been missing teeth for a long while, waiting three or four months for the process to complete may seem like an eternity. Same-day implants will have you wearing a beautiful smile in a day. They are a viable option for traditional implants, and you will not have to wait for several months.
What Are They?
They are fully functional, temporary dental implants. They are the most convenient way to get your smile back. The dentist will complete the implantation process in one visit. There will be no weeks or months of waiting for healing.
How Do They Work?
Traditional implants require a lengthy process. The dentist will first remove the damaged teeth and wait for the socket to heal. After healing, they will insert the implant and wait another couple of months. Finally, they will place the crown into the implant. The process takes about five to ten months.
You will only need one trip to the dentist’s office for the same-day dental implant procedure itself. The number of visits can be three times, though—once for the consultation, then installation, and lastly, follow-up. The procedure takes about thirty minutes to three hours. It depends on the amount of work the dentist needs to perform. They will fit you with temporary teeth that prevent the surrounding teeth from moving. Otherwise, they will occupy the space left by the missing teeth. You will leave the dentist’s office with a full smile.
The Healing Process
Same-day dental implants still require time for your jaw and gums to heal. Thus, the dentist cannot put in crowns until your healing is complete. After that, they will replace the temporary teeth with permanent ones. With same-day dental implants, you get a smile on one day and a more permanent one months after.
Types of Same-Day Dental Implants
Not all dental implants are the same. The length of your procedure will depend on the dental implants the dentist will be using. There are two different types of dental implants. They are single-tooth and full-arch implants.
Single-tooth Dental Implants
The dentist implants a small titanium device into the gum. The device acts as a root to secure the temporary tooth. The dentist takes special care to ensure the crown matches the rest of your teeth.
Full-Arch Dental Implants
If most of your teeth need replacement, the dentist may recommend full-arch dental implants. There are two full-arch dental implants. These are the TeethXpress® dental implants and implant-supported dentures.
TeethXpress dental implants are like single-tooth implants. However, the prosthetic appears as an arch of teeth. The dentist places a few implants to serve the prosthesis. It will take some time for it to heal. Hence, it will also take a while to get your permanent teeth.
In implant-supported dentures, the dentist may use your existing dentures. They will attach them to abutments that bind them to the titanium root. It makes the dentures stable and adds functionality.
Conclusion
The type of dental implant you will receive depends on several factors. We will help you navigate these considerations and choose the best one for you.
For more information on same-day dental implants or to schedule a consultation, contact Marine Park Periodontics and Implantology at our office in Brooklyn, New York at (646) 863-4810 today.