Yes, you can often get a dental implant the same day as a tooth extraction, a procedure known as immediate implant placement. Your dentist will assess gum health, bone stability, and overall oral health to determine if same-day dental implant placement is a suitable option for you. These factors ensure the implant properly integrates with the jawbone and has a strong foundation for long-term success. However, a consultation is needed to determine if you are a good candidate for same-day dental implants.
At Innovative Oral Surgery & Dental Implants, we go above and beyond to provide the ultimate patient experience while relieving pain and improving oral health. We have several state-of-the-art surgical suites, offer many anesthesia options, and use the latest techniques to minimize discomfort to ensure a comfortable surgical experience. Schedule an appointment with our highly skilled and experienced oral surgeons to discuss your options for a healthier smile.
Advantages of Same-Day Dental Implants
Same-day tooth implants offer numerous benefits for patients who qualify:
- Aesthetics: Same-day implants provide an immediate natural-looking crown or tooth replacement, especially for front tooth extractions.
- Function: With an immediate dental restoration, you can maintain or even improve the functionality of your smile, which was compromised by a damaged tooth.
- Time-saving: By implanting the replacement tooth after extraction, you shorten the overall duration of treatment.
- Faster recovery: When both procedures take place in a single visit, there is less disruption of the tissue. The healing process can begin immediately, resulting in a quicker recovery.
- Bone preservation: After extraction, the jaw bone in that area can deteriorate. Same-day implants help prevent bone loss and lower the risk of complications and additional procedures.
Oral surgery experts at Innovative Oral Surgery & Dental Implants will explain your tooth restoration options so you know what to expect and how to prepare for your procedure.
Is a Same-Day Implant Right for Me?
Teeth extractions are needed for various reasons, including injuries, disease, decay, and overcrowding. During your initial visit, your oral surgeon performs an examination and may request 3D scans of your mouth to evaluate your facial structures and detect any underlying issues. In some cases, they can perform tooth extractions immediately following your consultation.
As noted above, same-day dental implants are best suited for patients with good overall health, have healthy gums, and do not have conditions that may interfere with healing, such as smoking, periodontal disease, or autoimmune disorders. Patients with insufficient jawbone density or bruxism (teeth grinding) may also not be ideal candidates, as these factors can affect the implant’s stability and long-term success. However, each case is unique, and we will assess individual risk factors before recommending the procedure.
Alternatives to Same-Day Dental Implants
Every patient’s smile restoration journey is unique. If you are not a candidate for same-day dental implant surgery, our team will provide a custom tooth replacement plan designed specifically for your needs. We offer a wide range of treatment options to restore the look and function of your smile, including implant-supported bridges, full-arch restorations, overdentures, and zygomatic implants.
Contact Us to Schedule an Appointment
At Innovative Oral Surgery & Dental Implants, our primary concern is always the health and safety of our patients. We believe in providing only safe, evidence-based treatments that ensure the best possible outcomes for your oral health.
Contact us to schedule an appointment to discuss tooth restoration today! Our offices are located in Abington, Newtown, and Feasterville, and we assist patients across Greater Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.