If you are looking forward to replacing one or more teeth with dental implants, you’re probably wondering about the best time to get started. Many patients want to know how long the full procedure will take and how to schedule their office visits around work, travel and other plans.
The good news is that dental implants are a very flexible option for tooth replacement. The right timing will depend not only on your personal schedule, but also your overall oral health. The state of your bones, teeth and gums will help your oral surgeons determine the right course of treatment for you.
Here’s a review of the options your oral surgeon will consider when helping you figure out the best timing for implant surgery.
OPTION 1: IMMEDIATE PLACEMENT
In many cases, dental implants can be placed at the same time your natural teeth are extracted. This is the preferred timing for most patients, since it involves only one in-office procedure.
Dental implants placed the same day that teeth are extracted have a very high success rate. This choice allows for maximum retention of bone, and best of all, you never have to go out in public without teeth.
You may be a candidate for immediate placement if the teeth to be replaced are still in your mouth and your bones and gums are in good general health.
OPTION 2: EARLY PLACEMENT
This choice involves placement of your new dental implants within a few weeks of having your natural teeth removed. If you are dealing with gum disease, or there are other infections present that need to be controlled before surgery, then early placement may be the best option for you. Read More…
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