Same Day Dental Implants and Crowns in the Same Visit

Patients experiencing excessive tooth damage or complete tooth loss can choose implants for a smile restoration. For many people, same day dental implants are an excellent solution that provides durable and natural-looking results in significantly less time than standard implants. Acting quickly to replace a missing or damaged tooth can help prevent a host of complications, including:

• Alignment issues
• Jaw pain
• An unsightly smile
• Damage to surrounding teeth
• Digestive problems
• Speech issues
• Lower self-esteem

Traditional implant procedures require multiple office visits with weeks or months of healing in between. In contrast, same day dental implants are significantly faster while still helping reduce the bone loss and gum recession that can occur with other tooth replacement solutions. This option can offer virtually instant results, with people potentially receiving both the implant and the crown at the same appointment.

The implant procedure

Before treatment can begin, a dentist must determine if a person is a good candidate for same day dental implants. Patients should be in good health with excellent jawbone density in the affected area. On the day of the procedure, the entire damaged tooth or any remnants are completely removed. The implant rod and abutment are placed immediately after.

Every person and mouth are different, so some patients may need to wait until the abutment is stable enough to receive a tooth cap. However, patients with good bone structure are often able to support a crown the same day.

The crown placement

Once the implant procedure is complete, it is time to replace the missing or damaged tooth with an artificial one. Traditionally, these dental crowns take a few weeks to complete. Impressions are taken and a matching shade is chosen to ensure a more natural-looking finished product. This information is then sent off to a lab where the customized tooth is milled and shipped back to the office. Because the process is so lengthy, an additional appointment is required to attach the crown to the implant abutment.

However, with same day dental implants and crowns, the new prosthesis is crafted right in the office in just a matter of hours, allowing the patient to enjoy prompt service and results in a single visit. Once the crown is placed, the procedure is complete. The tissues and bone continue to heal over a period of approximately four months. During this time, most dentists recommend that patients take extra care when biting or chewing to reduce any pressure on the new crown.

Conclusion

While traditional implants are a popular treatment option for tooth replacement, there is not always a need to wait months for the finished product. Same day dental implants and crowns are an alternative for those who are in good health and want complete results in just one day. However, not every person is a good candidate for the procedure. It is important to talk with a dental professional to determine the right choice for your dental health.

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