At one time, dental implants meant two visits with weeks to months in between the placement of the implant post and the attachment of a crown or restoration. But we can also complete the entire dental implant placement process in only one visit. In today’s blog, your Brooklyn, NY, periodontist and implant expert talks about our same-day dental implants.
When to Seek Tooth Replacement
When you have lost a tooth, or if you have lost several, then you need to see our team for tooth replacement. With dental implants, we can secure new teeth that look and function like natural ones, preserving your jawbone in the process to prevent the loss of mass and density that typically follows tooth loss. Otherwise, the missing roots could cause the jaw to weaken, leading to an aged appearance and further tooth loss. Missing teeth also impact how we eat, speak, and our confidence levels. But we can help with new teeth that look natural!
Securing Your New Roots
Our team will conduct a detailed examination with digital x-rays and CT scanning technology. We want to choose the best angle and position to insert the post, so it can act like a new root and preserve your jaw. We also want to ensure the longevity of your new tooth! To ensure you are comfortable, we can administer a local anesthetic and sedation to help you enter a deep state of calm and relaxation. We then insert the posts, which will bond with the jawbone like natural roots. Instead of waiting for the area to heal, we can complete the tooth in the same visit.
Completing Your Tooth Same-Day
For an individual one, we will attach an abutment to the dental implant post, which extends above the gum line and allow us to attach a crown to complete. In the same visit, we will attach a temporary crown, so you leave with a complete tooth. Later, we will swap the temporary for the final and custom crown. If you have multiple missing teeth, then our team could use several posts to secure a bridge or even a full set of fixed dentures, which are longer-lasting and never slip when you eat or drink!
If you have any questions about how we address your missing teeth with same-day dental implants, then contact our team today to learn more. We want to help you smile with confidence and enjoy your favorite foods again! You can also use your 2024 dental benefits before they expire at the end of the year.
Address Missing Teeth with Your Brooklyn, NY, Periodontist
We want to help you smile with confidence and enjoy long-lasting results in only one day. To schedule an appointment and replace missing teeth, contact your Brooklyn, NY, periodontist by calling (718) 444-3800.
