While it’s true that some of the best things in life are worth the wait, when it comes to replacing your missing teeth with dental implants there’s no reason it should take longer than it has to. That’s because with All-on-X (also known as “teeth in a day”) you can get dental implants and your replacement teeth on the same day, without having to wait up to six months for your crowns like you would with traditional implants! Here’s a closer look at how this time-saving treatment works, and whose smile is ideal for same-day dental implants!
What Are Same Day Dental Implants?
Traditionally, when you replace missing teeth with dental implants, the procedure follows a basic format: the consultation, the surgery, osseointegration (where the implant fuses with the jawbone), and the delivery of your final restoration (the teeth). This process can take six or more months from start to finish, depending on your individual oral health.
With same day dental implants, however, the process works a little differently. While it still does follow those four important steps, the timeline changes a bit. You see, with All-on-X, instead of the protective cap you’d have placed on your implant on the day of surgery, your surgeon will provide you with a temporary crown. This benefits you by allowing your smile to look and feel complete while you heal. You will still get permanent crowns once osseointegration has concluded, but unlike traditional treatment, you will be able to enjoy a full, gorgeous grin while you wait!
What are the Benefits of Same Day Dental Implants?
Same day dental implants offer a variety of amazing benefits, including:
- Immediate results.
- Less visits to the surgeon for follow-ups and multiple surgeries.
- Prevents bone deterioration by restoring your smile faster.
- Improved confidence from a complete smile.
- Natural looking and feeling prosthetics are nearly indistinguishable from your real teeth.
Who is a Good Candidate for Same Day Dental Implants?
To qualify for same day dental implants, you’ll need to meet some important criteria. These include:
- You must have sufficient bone density to undergo any dental implant treatment. If you do not, you may require a bone graft procedure first.
- You must be in good oral health, as dental implants can fail, and gum disease or other problems can increase this risk.
- Not smoking, or willing to quit smoking, as smoking slows the healing process and can increase the risk of implant failure.
- Not having any severe bite issues, as this can make it harder to place your implant. This may require orthodontic treatment first if necessary.
Remember, while traditional dental implants are undeniably worth the wait, there’s no need to delay replacing your teeth with All-on-X. If you’d like to learn more about this treatment and see if your gorgeous grin qualifies, schedule a consultation with your oral surgeon and fast forward to a complete smile!
About Dr. Keyser
Dr. Benjamin Keyser earned his DMD degree at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine and attended a six-year residency at the University of Maryland. Today, he is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon and Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery holding both a dental and medical license in Massachusetts. He’s also an active member of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, Massachusetts Dental Society, and East Middlesex Dental Society. He also serves on the staff at both Lahey Hospital and Winchester Hospital. To schedule a consultation for All-on-X at Greater Boston Oral Surgery & Implant Center, visit our website or call 781-628-2268.