Can You Get an Implant After a Tooth Extraction?
When you lose a tooth or need an extraction, it’s natural to wonder whether you can immediately replace it with a dental implant. The good news is that, in many cases, it is possible to place the implant on the same day as the extraction. However, the feasibility depends on several factors.
At Dental Artistry, we explain the options and considerations for placing an implant after a tooth extraction.
🦷 Is It Possible to Place the Implant on the Same Day as the Extraction?
Yes, in many cases, an immediate implant can be placed right after the extraction. This depends on:
Bone health: The amount and quality of available jawbone.
Absence of infection: If the tooth was extracted due to severe infection, you might need to wait for the area to heal.
General health condition: Factors like uncontrolled diabetes or smoking may affect the decision.
Primary stability: The ability to secure the implant firmly in the bone during placement.
🌟 Types of Implant Placement After Extraction
1. Immediate Placement:
The implant is placed on the same day as the extraction.
Ideal when the tooth is in an esthetic zone and the bone is in good condition.
Advantages:
Fewer surgical procedures.
Preserves the alveolar bone.
Shorter overall treatment time.
Disadvantages:
Higher risk of failure if infection or bone loss is significant.
2. Early Placement (2 to 3 months after):
Performed when the bone needs a short healing period.
Used in cases where there was mild infection or bone loss.
Advantages:
Better bone integration.
Reduced risk of failure.
Disadvantages:
Longer waiting period for the final tooth.
3. Delayed Placement (4 to 6 months after):
Recommended when there has been a severe infection or significant bone loss.
The bone needs time to regenerate before implant placement.
Advantages:
Higher success rate in complex cases.
Disadvantages:
Longer time before final restoration.
May require a bone graft beforehand.
✅ When Is Immediate Implant Placement Not Recommended?
When there are active infections like abscesses or severe periodontitis.
In cases of extensive bone loss where the implant cannot be stabilized.
If the patient has habits like smoking or uncontrolled systemic conditions (like diabetes).
🌟 Benefits of Getting an Implant After Extraction:
Bone preservation: Prevents bone resorption that occurs when a tooth is missing for a long time.
Aesthetic and functional restoration: Maintains a beautiful smile and efficient chewing.
Fewer additional procedures: Such as extensive bone grafts in the future.
👩⚕️ Is Immediate Implant Placement Right for You?
The best way to determine this is through a personalized evaluation with our team at Dental Artistry. Using radiographic studies and a clinical assessment, we can decide the optimal timing for your implant.
Have questions about implant placement after extraction?
Schedule your appointment at Dental Artistry and get a professional evaluation.
