Immediate Dental Implants in Nashville TN

Immediate Dental Implants: A Faster Solution

In some cases, immediate dental implants can be placed, significantly shortening the dental implant process, which typically takes several weeks to months.

Understanding Immediate Dental Implants

Immediate dental implants, also known as Teeth-In-A-Day or same-day implants, combine implant placement and dental restoration with a temporary crown or arch of replacement teeth in a single appointment. This method reduces the recovery timeline and the number of visits needed to our office.

The Immediate Dental Implant Process

Immediate implants are often used when a patient has suddenly lost a tooth or requires tooth extraction. If the jawbone is strong enough to support an implant and the tooth socket can accept the implant screw, this method may be suitable. If necessary, bone grafting is performed right after tooth extraction.

The abutment and restoration are attached the same day, stabilizing the implant while it heals. Once fully fused with the jawbone, the initial restoration is replaced by a permanent one. This process allows for a complete smile in a single visit.

Benefits of Immediate Dental Implants

• Fewer appointments needed
• Quicker replacement of missing or damaged teeth
• Same-day dental restorations
• Faster healing time
• Often less expensive due to fewer appointments

Immediate Implant Options

• Same Day Dental Implants: Advanced technology and special implants are used for quicker implant fusion and reduced recovery time.
• Immediate Load Implants (ILI): Provide a base for temporary restorations, used only if the jawbone can immediately support chewing pressure.
• Mini Dental Implants: Smaller and thinner implants suitable for thinner jawbones but slightly more prone to failure.
• All-On-4 Dental Implants: Replace a full arch of teeth in the upper or lower jaw in a single day using special abutments and temporary teeth on four implants.

Is This Option Right for You?

Immediate dental implants are not suitable for everyone. Good overall health, no gum disease, non-smoking, and a strong jawbone are necessary for this option. Patients with extensive jawbone loss, missing teeth for a significant time, autoimmune diseases, blood clotting disorders, or poor oral hygiene are not suitable candidates.

If you grind your teeth or put excessive pressure on them, immediate dental implants may not be appropriate, as too much pressure can interfere with proper implant healing. Drs. Yazbak or Mills can advise whether immediate dental implants are a viable option for you. Call our office today at Hermitage Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Phone Number (615) 883-0067 to schedule a consultation.