Can Dental Implants Be Done in One Day?

The question of whether same-day dental implants are a possibility is one we have encountered numerous times. Clients who have had traditional implants installed understand that it can take months to complete their installation. This timeframe includes the initial extraction of the damaged tooth and the subsequent waiting period for it to heal.

You’ll then need to visit our dental offices for the implant insertion process. This will then be followed by another waiting period of up to six months. During this time, the bone will fuse with the dental implant, paving the way for the crown placement. The entire process can take six to 12 months to complete, making it lengthy and unattractive for some people.

For patients who don’t want to wait this long for one reason or another, we recommend the one-day dental implants. As their name suggests, we can fit them in a day, allowing you to avoid the long wait times. With them, you also get to skip the lengthy crown placement and wound healing processes.

What Are Immediate Load Implants

The concept of instant dental implants isn’t as complex as some people would want you to believe. It’s as simple as the name implies – you get new teeth in one day. With traditional implants, you get to spend months at the dentist’s office undergoing procedures to fit you with new teeth. But with these implants, everything gets completed in a day.
But how does this happen?

As mentioned earlier, traditional implants have a lengthy implantation process. First, we will need to extract the tooth, then allow for a couple of months for the socket to heal. Our dentist will then perform an implant, after which you’ll have to wait for three to six months. The last step will be to install the implant. In total, it may take up to ten months to complete.

The same-day teeth are much quicker. For example, you’ll only need to make three visits to our offices. The first visit will be for your consultation, another for the implantation, and the final one for your follow-up. Please note that while three visits are required, we will complete your implantation procedure in one visit. This means you don’t have to wait for weeks to heal.

What Are the Technologies That Make Same-Day Dental Implants Possible?

An individual who has lost one or more teeth through an accident will want to have them replaced as soon as possible. Dental implants will help with this. But as we have seen, traditional implants are time-consuming and tiresome to get. Fortunately, our team at Southland Dental Care has a better solution: same day dental implants in Los Angeles. We use advanced dental techniques to place and load the implants.

For this procedure to succeed, our team must place them in a way that they won’t move throughout the healing duration. Please note that just because they’re loaded instantly doesn’t mean they don’t need to integrate with your bone. What this means is that we have to ensure they don’t move in any way. Even the slightest of movements can interfere with their healing.

Our dentists are able to lock the implants in place using same-day implant-supported bridges. Its purpose is to ensure no movement. When restoring a single tooth, we start by fabricating the implant-supported crown. Fabrication prevents the crown from rubbing against your other teeth.

In some cases, the dentist may have to use small-diameter implants when dealing with patients who want to get complete teeth in a day. Such implants are typically used by dentists for implant-supported dentures. They come in handy when we are performing a flap-less surgical procedure.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Quick Dental Implants

As with any other type of dental implant procedure, getting a new set of teeth in a day will have its pros and cons.

Pros

Five common benefits of dental implants include:

1. Immediate Function: Getting fitted with fast dental implants means you get back to eating and speaking normally right away. With these implants, you don’t have to worry about allowing them time to heal.
2. Faster Treatment: The technology our dentists use enables you to get a new tooth fitted in one visit. This is advantageous as you don’t have to wait for several months to pass before implantation can happen.
3. Cost-Effective: While this procedure may cost you more upfront, it may prove to be cost-saving down the line. The fact that you don’t need to make multiple appointments means you’ll save both time and money.
4. Convenience: Implantation will happen in a single visit. As such, you don’t have to take time off work to attend multiple appointments. These implants allow you to resume your normal life in no time.
5. Preservation of Bone Structure: Ensuring the implants are placed immediately after tooth extraction allows for the preservation of bone structure. It also assists in preventing bone loss and enhancing long-term oral stability.

Cons

While this procedure has its benefits, it also has potential drawbacks, such as:

• Longer procedure in a single visit
• Slim, but increased risk of implant failure compared to traditional implants
• Higher post-procedural discomfort
• More marginal bone loss

Generally, the main risk linked to immediate dental restoration procedures is an increased risk of implant failure. This surgery can be hard on your body, which is why you need to learn about the implant success factors. We advise that you exercise caution with this type of surgery if you suspect that you have a compromised immune system.

Outline of What Patients Can Expect During the Same-Day Implant Procedure

The process of installing same-day dental implants follows a series of steps. Below is a brief outline of what to expect during your visit to our offices:

1. Initial Consultation: We will use your first visit to evaluate your oral health. Among the things we will look at are the condition of your teeth and the quality of the jawbone. The dentist may need to use 3D imaging and digital X-rays to evaluate bone density. These technologies help us determine where to place the implant.
2. Treatment Planning: Your dentist will take you through the evaluation results. Please note that they’ll rely on these results when creating a treatment plan for you. We customize each plan to meet your specific implant needs and goals. In their plan, the dentists will outline the type of restoration needed and the number of implants required.
3. Implant Placement: Before implantation, we will start by administering local anesthesia. We use it to numb the treatment area and ease discomfort. The next step is to place the implants in the areas identified during your evaluation. If need be, we will perform bone grafting to help support implant stability.
4. Immediate Restoration: Once we are done placing the implants, the next step is to implant a temporary restoration. The restoration can either be a bridge or a crown. With it in place, you can leave our offices with an aesthetically pleasing smile and go back to your normal routines.
5. Follow-Up Visits: Your dentist will advise you on the need for a follow-up visit. This visit helps us monitor your healing progress. We will also use them to discuss the importance of post-implant care and check to ensure that healing is proceeding correctly.

Types of One-Day Dental Implants

By now, you should have realized that not all dental implant procedures are built the same. For example, the duration of your procedure will depend on the type and nature of your implant. Some of the most popular immediate load implants include:

1. Single Tooth Dental Implant

Just as its name suggests, this dental technique involves implanting one tooth. Before implantation, we will need to start by implanting a small titanium device into your gum. The device will serve as an artificial root that will assist in securing the implant.
You have two options when it comes to choosing the material used to make the implant: porcelain or ceramic. During consultation, our team will work with you to ensure the crown you choose matches your other teeth.

2. Full Arch Dental Implants

The human jaw is divided into several sections, which we refer to as “arches.” For patients who need all the teeth in one arch to be replaced, we will recommend full-arch dental implants. These fall into two categories:
I. Implant-Supported Dentures: The implant will use the dentures already in place and transform them into implants. We do this by attaching abutments to each bottom.
II. TeethXPress Dental Implants: They work on the same basis as single-tooth implants. But, the prosthetic we attach to your gum will seem like a full arch of teeth.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Quick Dental Implants?

Most patients are generally good candidates for fast-dental implant procedures. However, your dentist will need to check the number of implants required before providing a recommendation. In their evaluation, the dentist will also confirm the amount of bone available before agreeing to the procedure. Also, please note that not everyone who wants this procedure will qualify, as there are additional criteria that go into choosing a candidate. For example, if you have any of the following conditions, the dentist will likely rule you out:

• You have a soft or thin jawbone
• Suffer from periodontal disease
• You grind your teeth
• You have poor oral hygiene
• Patients with chronic conditions
• Heavy smokers

All these conditions will rule you out as a candidate for immediate dental restoration.

Tips to Help You Prepare for Your Instant Dental Implants

If you have made the decision to get same-day teeth, we at Southland Dental Care want to congratulate you. You’re about to embark on an important journey towards regaining the full functionality of your mouth. However, before you visit our offices for the implant procedure, there are a few things you need to keep in mind. These are things that will guarantee the success of your implantation.

Preparing for Your Dental Implant Procedure

Before your surgery, someone from our office will call you to explain how to prepare for it. During the call, you’ll receive pre-op instructions, which you should follow to the letter. Our dentists have established these guidelines to help keep you safe. The instructions may include the following:

• Don’t eat or drink anything six hours before coming in for your procedure
• Ensure you stock up on liquids and soft foods before the implantation. This guarantees that you have suitable foods to eat on your return home.
• Take a light meal for dinner on the night before the surgery
• If you use a glucometer for diabetes or an inhaler for asthma, bring it with you on the day of the implantation
• Refrain from consuming alcoholic beverages before coming into our offices
• If taking prescription medication, consult with your physician before setting a day for the surgical procedure
• Clean your teeth and gums before the appointment.
• If your health status changes, make sure to get in touch with us promptly to reschedule the procedure.
• Ensure you’re accompanied by a responsible adult when coming for the implantation.
• Don’t smoke at least 12 hours before your appointment. We also recommend cutting down on your smoking a couple of days prior to the surgery.
• Refrain from operating heavy machinery up to 24 hours after the surgery
• Don’t wear excessive nail polish, lipstick, or makeup when coming for the implant procedure.
• Make sure to wear comfortable clothing. If possible, wear short sleeves to make it easy for the dentist to administer IV sedation.

Conclusion

If you’re considering getting a set of Instant dental implants, get in touch with Southland Dental Care to see if you’re a good candidate. It’s important to note that not all dentists in Los Angeles offer this treatment. Additionally, not everyone will be a good candidate, hence the need to consult beforehand. And as is the case with all dental procedures, same-day teeth have their pros and cons. This guide should help you learn everything there’s to know about this procedure.
If you need more information to make an informed decision, contact Southland Dental Care today! We will guide you on what to expect from start to finish.