If a tooth is severely decayed, fractured, impacted, or affected by gum disease, it may need to be extracted. Dental implants are considered the best solution to fill the empty space left by a tooth extraction. But, how soon after the extraction can the dental implant be placed?
In this article, we’ll discuss the timing of dental implants after extractions and what you can expect from the implant treatment process.
When to Get Implants After an Extraction
Patients often want to have dental implants placed as soon as possible after an extraction, and understandably so. Dental implants can restore your smile with a beautiful prosthetic. However, in most cases, patients must wait for the mouth to heal to receive an implant after an extraction. The healing process usually takes at least two months, unless severe gum disease is present, in which case it may take three months.
With this in mind, patients who don’t have any signs of periodontal disease and have sufficient healthy jawbone tissue may be able to have an implant placed immediately after an extraction.
Dental Implant Treatment Process
The first step of the dental implant treatment process is to place the titanium post. The post is anchored directly into the jaw and will eventually support a crown. It also stimulates new bone development around the implant, called osseointegration, which prevents bone loss from a missing tooth.
After the post has fully integrated with the jaw (around three to six months) the crown can be placed, completing the dental implant treatment process. While this may seem like a long time, dental implants are a permanent solution for missing teeth when they’re properly cared for.
To learn more about receiving a dental implant after an extraction, schedule an appointment at Dental Implant Solutionz today!
