Same day dental procedures are popular for a variety of treatments, including tooth extractions and implants. Fortunately, for some clients, having a tooth taken out and an implant put in during the same appointment is possible. Known as immediate implants, these provide numerous benefits for eligible candidates.
One of the biggest advantages of the same day dental procedure is that the patient avoids multiple surgeries, which results in less recovery time and reduced duration of treatment. The surgery is also simpler, as the implant is placed directly in the extracted tooth's socket.
When an implant is placed right away, there is less jawbone loss due to loss of stimulation from the tooth root. It also can increase the self-esteem of patients, as they do not have to walk around for months with a missing tooth.
A good candidate for immediate implants is someone who has quality underlying jawbone to support them. The person should also be in good overall health. This means having normal ranges of blood pressure and blood glucose levels and no chronic health issues. An eligible candidate should also not be a smoker, as this can affect the success of the implant. If the tooth to be extracted is badly decayed or fractured but there is no underlying infection, an immediate implant may be a good option.
The first step is to remove the damaged tooth. The dental professional extracts it with care, making sure not to damage surrounding gum tissue or bone. Next, the teeth and mouth are cleaned, ensuring all infected tissue is gone. The dental professional then drills a hole into the jawbone, inserts the implant, places stitches, and performs another cleaning.
After the implant is inserted, it is fitted for a crown made to match the adjacent teeth. While the permanent one is being fabricated, the patient may get a temporary crown, or the implant post may be left alone to allow it to heal without damaging the surrounding area and bone.
As with traditional implants, following all post-care advice is important to reduce swelling and pain and to avoid infection. The patient may be prescribed medication for pain management and infection prevention. Good oral hygiene is critical to keep the area clean and to prevent the accumulation of food at the surgery site.
It takes time for the implant site to heal, and the patient typically receives a list of foods to avoid. Complete healing may take four to six months. At that time, the patient returns to the office to get a permanent crown placed, and the dental professional performs an exam of the area to ensure it has healed correctly.
A person with a damaged tooth may want to consider a same day dental appointment for tooth extraction and implant placement. For eligible candidates, there are several advantages for this treatment.
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