Dental Implants in Conway AR

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What are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are small titanium or zirconia posts that are surgically placed into the jawbone. Crowns (false teeth) are then attached to the implants, helping create a flawless and permanent solution to tooth loss. 

Keep in mind that after your implants are placed, time is allowed for bone to heal and grow around the dental implant. The bone bonds with the titanium, creating a strong foundation for artificial teeth.

How Long Do You Have to Wait to Get Your Teeth After Getting Implants?

The timeline for getting teeth after dental implant surgery depends on the type of implant procedure and individual healing factors. 

Here’s an overview of typical dental implant healing timelines:

Traditional Implant Placement

Healing Period: 3 to 6 months

• After the implants are surgically placed, the jawbone undergoes osseointegration, where the bone fuses with the implant for stability.

• Placement of Permanent Teeth: After healing is complete, the permanent crown, bridge, or denture is attached to the implant.

Immediate Loading Implants (Same-Day Implants)

• Temporary Teeth: A temporary crown or bridge can be placed on the same day as surgery.
• Permanent Teeth: Typically attached 3 to 6 months later, once the implants fully integrate with the bone.

All-on-4 or Full-Arch Implants

• Temporary Teeth: Fixed temporary dentures or bridges are usually placed the same day as surgery using only 4 implants.
• Permanent Teeth: Placed after 4 to 6 months of healing, once the implants stabilize.

Factors Affecting Timeline

• Bone Health: If a bone graft or sinus lift is needed, the healing period may extend by 3 to 6 months before implants are placed.
• Type of Restoration: Single crowns, bridges, or full dentures may vary in preparation and attachment time.
• Oral Health: Healthy gums and proper healing can speed up the process, while complications may cause delays.
• Smoking: Smoking while your implants heal is extremely risky and may cause your jaw to reject the implants. It is highly recommended to stop smoking if you’re considering getting dental implants. 

Typical Dental Implant Healing Timeline

• For traditional implants, the process from surgery to permanent teeth generally takes 4 to 9 months.
• For immediate loading implants, temporary teeth are provided right away, with permanent teeth following in 3 to 6 months.

Keep in mind that dental implants are a PERMANENT solution to tooth loss. They are the most natural looking and feeling false teeth you can get, with full functionality when you’re completely healed.

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“Don’t be afraid to Smile.”

For years I’d felt like a part of my body was missing — because my teeth were. My dentist told me that dental implants would make me feel and look a lot better. OK, I said. Now, I’m thrilled. I can smile, eat anything, and enjoy a good laugh with my friends.

Choose Dental Implants at Collins Oral & Facial Surgery

Using the most recent advances in dental implant technology, Dr. Collins is often able to place single-stage implants.

These implants do not require a second procedure to uncover them but do require a minimum of two to four months of healing time before artificial teeth are placed.

There are many situations where the implant can be placed at the same time as the tooth extraction – further minimizing your number of surgical procedures. Dental implant placement is a team effort between an oral and maxillofacial surgeon and a restorative dentist.  Dr. Collins performs the actual implant surgery, initial tooth extractions, and bone grafting if necessary.  The restorative dentist (your dentist) fits and makes the permanent prosthesis.

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