Immediate dental implants are implants that can be put into place in one appointment, allowing the patient to leave the same day with new, functional teeth.
The typical dental implant process can take up to six months. First, extraction of the tooth is performed and bone grafting is done if there is a need for more bone material at the time. After bone and gums heal, the dental implant is placed and time is given for the jawbone to grow around the implant. When that step is complete, the patient returns to have the crown fitted onto the implant.
In some cases, immediate implants are possible, with the implants placed immediately after the tooth is extracted.
Factors to be Considered for Immediate Dental Implants
- Periodontal (gum) health, and overall physical health
- Bone density and amount of bone
- Shape and type of gum
- Implant design and type (not all implants can be immediately loaded)
- Patient’s bite configuration
INFORMATIONAL LINKS FOR DENTAL IMPLANTS
Treating our patients as we would our own families.
Crystal Lake Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Doctors Conlon, Bruksch, Ozment, Richard, Fay and Schmidt
690 N. Route 31
Crystal Lake, IL 60012
Phone: 815-459-5600
FAX: 815-459-5601
Office Hours
Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am – noon
Hours may vary occasionally due to hospital surgery and emergencies.
