Many people wonder how long you go without teeth when getting dental implants. The good news is you don’t need to go toothless for long! It’s now possible for you to have temporary teeth in place while waiting for the final restoration. Keep in mind, though, that this will depend on your specific case and if additional procedures are needed as part of the treatment.
The permanent missing teeth solution can take months to be completed, but you don’t have to go without teeth during this period. In fact, with optimal conditions, Dr Uzman can place the implant and artificial tooth on the same day your natural tooth is extracted.
How long the treatment takes depends on case complexity, the condition of your oral health, and other factors.
Treatment Timeline
- Consultation – 1 to 2 weeks
This is when we take diagnostic tests, examine your teeth, and come up with a treatment plan.
- Tooth removal – 2 to 4 weeks
According to the NHS, swelling, bruising, and discomfort after tooth extraction generally subside in one to two weeks. Meanwhile, stitches are expected to fall out naturally within 2 to 4 weeks.
- Implant placement – 1 day
For immediate implant placement, the tooth root and restoration can be attached on the same day.
- Implant healing – 2 to 6 months
This healing period allows the titanium root to integrate with the jawbone, forming a strong bond to support the tooth restoration.
- Abutment placement and healing – 2 weeks
An abutment is attached to the implant using a surgical procedure. After this, the gums need to heal for a few weeks before the tooth restoration is fixed in place.
- Placing the permanent restoration
When gums are healed after placing the abutment, your final restoration can finally be attached to restore your smile.
Conclusion
You don’t need to worry about being toothless for a long time while you’re getting dental implants. Temporary restorations can be attached as you’re waiting for the titanium root to bond with the jawbone, and before the artificial teeth are permanently fixed in place. This way, you won’t feel embarrassed about having a gap in your smile while you solve your missing teeth problem.
Bothered by missing teeth? It’s time to bring back your healthy smile. Contact us now for more information. You can check here for the practices that Dr Uzman currently visits in the Luton and Bedford area to see which one is closest to you.
