Can I Get a Dental Implant at the Same Time As an Extraction?
In this video, Dr. Aaron Bratton explains the factors determining whether a dental implant can be placed immediately after an extraction, highlighting why same-day placement is more common for back teeth and temporary solutions to maintain your smile if healing is needed first. Schedule a free consultation at Atkins Dental Clinic today for high-quality general, cosmetic, and implant dentistry services.
Same-day implant placement following extractions is a highly individualized procedure that depends on several factors. While possible, it is less common and is determined on a case-by-case basis. Due to the anatomy of the back teeth, same-day placement is more frequently an option in the posterior region than in the front.
For front teeth, immediate loading is generally not recommended because the implant size differs from the natural root it replaces. While I typically prefer to allow proper healing before placing the implant, there is no need to worry about being without a front tooth. If same-day placement is not feasible, we have temporary solutions to maintain your smile and function during healing.
If the best approach is to allow healing before placing the implant, we ensure that an appropriate temporary appliance is provided the same day to maintain aesthetics and function.
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