Can Implant Be Placed Immediately After Tooth Extraction?
Implant Treatment
Implant treatment is a procedure in which artificial tooth roots are placed in the jawbone in order to eliminate tooth deficiencies in the mouth. These artificial tooth roots, consisting of biologically compatible materials, are highly effective in permanently eliminating tooth loss and make it possible to make porcelain or dental prosthesis by integrating into the jawbone. Thus, it helps to maintain the integrity of the mouth and preserve the natural appearance even in the most serious tooth damage. However, as in every application, the process progresses in certain stages in implant treatment.
What Does Implant Treatment Do?
Teeth may become unusable due to many reasons such as poor oral care, gum diseases and progressive tooth decay. In this case, tooth loss negatively affects the person both functionally and aesthetically. Although different methods are used to replace missing teeth, the treatment that gives the most permanent and natural result is the implant method. Implants fixed to the jawbone of the person are durable and biocompatible materials made of titanium. In this way, it supports intraoral comfort by acting as a tooth root for later prosthesis and porcelain dental treatments.
Among the reasons why implant treatment is preferred in tooth loss are the following:
- It is highly effective and successful in replacing the extracted tooth, it is durable and biologically compatible, so it is long-lasting.
- It provides healing in single tooth extractions without damaging the surrounding teeth.
- It looks similar to natural teeth and removes aesthetic defects due to tooth loss in the best way.
- It is a fixed and comfortable solution; it allows eating, drinking and speaking actions to be performed as before.
- Failure to replace the extracted tooth may cause the jawbone to melt over time, the jaw implant prevents such risks as it is placed in the jawbone.
- While filling the gap left by the extracted tooth, it helps aesthetic smile design and gives self-confidence to the person.
Implants, which are widely used to eliminate tooth loss due to their advantages, can be successfully completed with the right examination and physician selection. However, since each patient’s needs are different, the most appropriate treatment option should be decided after a dentist evaluation.
How Does The Process Work In Implant Treatment?
Implant treatment is very successful in replacing teeth without disturbing their natural and aesthetic state, so it is a serious method that requires expertise. Implant treatment, which helps to maintain oral health and eliminate functional deficiencies, is handled in different stages and completed in a few months.
The treatment steps followed from tooth extraction are as follows:
1. Inspection And Planning
The first step of implant treatment is a detailed examination by a specialist dentist. Oral health, existing problems and suitability for implant treatment are evaluated. Using various imaging methods, the jawbone condition, the number of missing teeth and patient needs are determined. Thus, the best treatment plan is drawn up and alternative methods related to the patient’s needs are explained to the patient.
2. Surgical Operation
In patients in whom implant treatment is decided, the implant placement stage can be started in the jawbone to close the tooth cavity. Before this procedure, the area is numbed with local anaesthesia and the implants are screwed into the area with the help of appropriate surgical equipment. Although this step varies depending on the number of implants inserted, it is completed in an average of 15 to 40 minutes.
3. Recovery
In patients with implants, it is necessary to wait for a while for the screws to be firmly attached to the jawbone. This period varies according to the individual, but it is completed in an average of 3 months, sometimes up to 6 months. At the end of a control examination with the dentist, the healing status in the area is evaluated and the other steps of the treatment are initiated for the implants that are decided to be integrated with the bone.
4. Temporary Prosthesis
For patients who do not want to be toothless during the implant healing period, temporary prostheses can be used, these prostheses help to perform daily activities by acting as teeth until the implants are fully attached in the area. Temporary dentures are fitted within 1 week after the implant phase and increase patient comfort during the healing period.
5. Permanent Prosthesis
After complete healing of the implants, permanent dentures can be added. For this purpose, a new dentist session is organised, the teeth are measured and prostheses made of porcelain or ceramic according to the patient’s preference, which look most similar to natural teeth, are attached. After the permanent prosthesis stage, the recommendations of the dentist should be taken into consideration and eating and drinking habits should be paid attention in the first period. After a short time, the person can return to daily activities with a healthy and aesthetic mouth structure.
Implant application is progressed in line with personal requirements and completed at the end of regular controls. As important as the expertise of the physician is during the process, which requires great care and attention, it is equally important that the patient follows the physician’s recommendations and does not interrupt the regular sessions. Such an approach will help the process to be completed in the most comfortable, healthy and fastest way possible, facilitating oral care and making aesthetic smiles permanent.
When Should Implant Treatment Be Performed After Tooth Extraction?
Implant treatment is an effective method to regain teeth that have become unusable as a result of various reasons, but the success of the treatment is closely related to the timely and correct execution of the application steps. Implant treatment, which is completed in an average of 5 stages, is generally not recommended to be performed immediately after tooth extraction. Because in order for the implant to be attached to the jaw in the best way, the jawbone must first heal, so that the space left behind after tooth extraction can be better understood and the most suitable implant can be placed in the area.
Implant treatment is usually performed 2-3 months after tooth extraction, but the waiting period may vary depending on the wound healing rate and patient needs. As a matter of fact, some patients may need implant treatment immediately after tooth extraction. In this case, the implant application can be started immediately after extraction, taking into account the physician’s assessment and the level of deformation in the mouth. However, this option is not suitable for every patient and may not give healthy results in all cases. Therefore, if you want to determine whether you are a suitable candidate for implant treatment immediately after tooth extraction; it is recommended to consult a specialist dentist beforehand.
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