Same Day Implants

Dental implants are currently the most popular choice for restoring a missing tooth. The implant procedure is lengthy because of the long waiting time of several months until complete healing before the final prosthesis construction.

Same day implants are the fast track to
dental implants. During the same visit, you can receive the implant and the restoration, allowing you to leave with your perfect smile.

Camden High Street Dental Practice, the leading dental implant centre in London, has the most experienced dental implant team. No matter how difficult the case is, the number of missing teeth, or your urgency to restore your teeth, we have an experienced team ready to restore your missing teeth with durable, natural-looking dental implant restorations.

Difference between Conventional Implants and Same Day Implants

The golden concept in implant placement is osseointegration. Osseointegration refers to the fusion between the bone and the implant to ensure implant success. This fusion typically takes around 4-6 months to complete.

During the conventional procedure for implant placement, the implant is embedded in the bone, and the gums are stitched around it and left to heal. After healing, the implant surface is exposed to attach the implant abutment and the final prosthesis is fabricated. The entire process, including consultation, treatment planning, implant placement, osseointegration, and final restoration construction, may take up to 10 months.

During the Same Day Implant, the procedure is more concise. The implant can be placed on the same day as the extraction or later on. The main difference is that the implant will be loaded immediately after placement. The restoration could be the final one that will not need replacement. Or a temporary restoration can be provided to ensure function and aesthetics until complete healing, after which it can be replaced.

Ideal candidates for Same Day Implants

To ensure the success of same day implants, our professional team of implant experts will closely study multiple factors related to your oral and medical condition. The inclusion/exclusion criteria include:

Oral health: a patient with healthy gums, perfect oral hygiene, and who regularly performs oral hygiene measures is an ideal candidate for a same day implant.

Bone condition: Enough bone and bone density are essential at the site for same day implant to provide initial stability of the dental implant, which is the main prerequisite for implant success.

General health: patients with chronic and autoimmune diseases are not ideal candidates for same day implant, as this may affect the healing of dental implants and increase the odds for complications.

Other factors: bruxism and smoking are more likely to decrease the success rate for same day implant. Bruxism or teeth clenching puts the dental implant under excessive forces that may cause implant failure, while smoking reduces the blood supply, which causes delayed healing and increased risk for gum diseases and implant failure.

Pros of Same Day Implants

Short treatment time: no need to wait for a few months for implant healing before restoration placement
Less number of visits
Immediate functionality: You leave the dental office with a complete smile
Less invasive: No need for a second surgery to expose the implant surface to fix the implant abutment.
Better soft tissue healing with less chances of gingival recession
If the tooth is extracted on the same day as implant placement, implants can keep the bacteria away from the socket.

Cons of Same Day Implants

Lengthier surgical time.
Slightly higher chances for implant failure
Post-surgical swelling and edema are more prominent compared to conventional implants.
More expensive.
May not be covered by insurance.
Not everyone is a good candidate.
Soft food limitation until complete healing

Types of Same Day Implants

Same day implants provide a treatment solution for individuals who have lost one or multiple teeth. According to the number of missing teeth, same day implants may be

Single-tooth dental implant

A dental implant is composed of three parts.

Implant fixture: It is a screw resembling the natural root of a tooth. It is inserted inside the jawbone to act as an anchor for the restoration. Dental implants are constructed from titanium, a biocompatible material that promotes bone integration.
Abutment: This is the connection between the implant fixture inserted inside the jawbone and the final restoration.
Crown: the visible part of the implant. It can be made of porcelain or ceramic. The crown shade is matched to the surrounding teeth, making it indistinguishable.

Single-tooth dental implant constructed using the same-day implant technique enable you to leave the dental office with complete implant loading, including the crown.

Full-arch dental implants

There are two types of same day implants for a full-arch restoration.

- TeethXpress dental implant
  
  It has the same components as single-tooth implants. But the difference lies in the concept. A single-tooth implant restores a missing tooth by using just one implant. TeethXpress dental implants can restore multiple teeth with a smaller number of implants. Not every missing tooth is replaced with an implant.Full-arch restoration may be a little more complicated due to the higher forces it receives. Therefore, implant healing must be ensured before the insertion of the final restoration. Implants and abutments are inserted, but you will leave with a temporary fixed restoration. The final restoration can be placed within 4-6 months following complete osseointegration.
- Implant-supported dentures
  
  It involves the use of a removable denture over the placed implant. The removable denture may be custom-made or through modification of an existing denture to fit the implant abutments. Attachments that fit the implant abutment will be inserted on the lower surface of your denture. After the implants have completely healed, you will return to the office for the new denture construction.Not everyone is a good candidate for same day implant. Consult Camden High Street Dental Practice experts to learn about your options.

Same Day Implant Procedure at Camden

With more than 30 years of experience, Camden High Street Dental Practice is a leader in dental implant treatment in London. Our dental specialists have successfully placed over 5,000 dental implants, demonstrating a strong track record in both implant durability and patient satisfaction.

We provide a highly rated same-day implant solution for patients seeking immediate replacement of missing teeth. The same-day implant procedure is straightforward and can be completed in just a few visits.

Consultation and Treatment Planning

Comprehensive consultation and effective treatment planning are essential prerequisites for successful same-day implant procedures. During your consultation visit, a thorough dental and medical history will be collected to assess your candidacy for same-day implants.

The initial criteria for candidacy for same-day implants include good oral hygiene, no tipped neighboring teeth into the empty space, and no medical conditions that contraindicate surgery. If these criteria are met, you will proceed to the next phase of examination, which involves a radiographic assessment.

Radiographic examination is a crucial step in the treatment planning for same-day implants. Digital radiographs and cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) are essential for confirming the presence of adequate bone to ensure the initial stability of dental implants.

If you are selected for same-day implant surgery, a comprehensive treatment plan will be developed that outlines the number, size, and location of the dental implants. Following this, impressions will be taken to create the temporary restoration.

Implant Placement and Immediate Restoration

The surgical visit for same-day implant placement begins with the administration of local anesthesia and sedation to ensure a comfortable experience for our patients.

After the anaesthesia takes effect, incisions will be made to expose the bone surface. Special drills of predetermined lengths are then used to prepare the implant bed within the bone. The implants are securely screwed into the bone, and initial stability is assessed. This is followed by the attachment of a temporary restoration and suturing.

You may be instructed to use your old dentures as a temporary restoration, or a new restoration fabricated from acrylic resin may be used.

Temporary restorations are weaker than the final restoration. They primarily serve the purpose of aesthetic and limited functional restoration. The temporary restoration is designed to be out of the normal tooth bite to decrease the stress falling on the underlying healing implant.

Before leaving, our experts will explain the post-operative recovery instructions, which include:

Avoid strenuous activities on the day of your surgery.
Use cold packs to alleviate the swelling.
Keep your head elevated while sleeping for the first 48 hours following your surgery.
Take the prescribed medications.

It is essential to maintain your daily oral hygiene to prevent gum inflammation and ensure the proper healing of your same-day implant. Schedule regular hygiene appointments and check-ups to monitor your healing progress.

Healing and Osseointegration

The healing phase is the period during which your dental implant integrates with the surrounding jawbone. Complete osseointegration of the dental implant may take 4 to 6 months. During this time, it is essential to adhere to a soft diet to avoid placing excessive stress on the healing implant.

Final restoration placement

After the complete healing of the implant, you will return to our clinic to have new impressions taken for the construction of your final durable restoration. This final restoration is fabricated using high-quality materials, with a shade that matches the adjacent teeth, ensuring a perfect, natural-looking result that is indistinguishable from the surrounding natural dentition.

According to the type of final restoration you receive, either fixed or removable, you will receive detailed instructions on how to apply oral hygiene measures to ensure its durability.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can implants be placed in one day?

Yes, the same day implant concept depends on delivering the implant and restoration on the same day. You can leave the dental office with your complete smile.

Can Same Day Implants replace any number of missing teeth?

Same day implant offers a variety of options to get a dazzling smile in one day, whether you are missing one or all your teeth.

Are the Same Day Implants suitable for everyone?

There are several requirements to make you eligible for the same day implant, including the absence of active disease or inflammation, good oral health, being medically free, and having sufficient bone quality and quantity to ensure success.

What is the difference between Same Day Implants and Conventional Implants?

Same day implant reduces the treatment time and allows you to leave with a full smile. The restoration can be permanent or temporary until complete healing.

Is Same Day Implant successful?

Same day implants have a high success rate. There is no difference in the success rate between same day implant and conventional implant.

How is the primary stability of same day implants ensured?

Primary stability of same day implant is an essential prerequisite for its success. The primary stability is ensured through proper assessment and treatment planning to select the most appropriate location that has sufficient bone to support the implant.

What are the benefits of same day implants?

Instant restoration of function and aesthetics
Less number of visits
Less invasive
Better soft tissue healing
Prevents bone loss

What are the recovery instructions for a same day implant?

Following your surgery, you are advised to avoid strenuous activities on the same day as the surgery, apply a cold compress to manage the swelling, sleep with your head elevated, and take the prescribed medications. Over the few weeks following your surgery, you are advised to continue your oral hygiene routine through brushing twice and flossing once daily, use a soft-bristle toothbrush and non-abrasive toothpaste, avoid any abnormal habits that may put the healing implant under excessive load, and follow a soft diet regimen until implant healing.

When can the final restoration be placed?

The final restoration for the same day implant can be fabricated after 4-6 months, when there is complete fusion between the implant surface and the jawbone (osseointegration).

What are the disadvantages of a same day implant?

Same day implant is not suitable for everyone as it has some specifications to ensure its success, lengthier surgical visit, more expense, and slightly higher chances of developing crestal bone resorption.

Our implant team has placed over 5000 implants, often undertaking and being referred cases from other practitioners. We also consult and treat cases where you may have been told that you are unsuitable for dental implants. Having assembled one of the country’s leading dental implant teams we can treat the most advanced and complex cases including same day implants. Our world class team are pioneers in our surgical methods, with a national and international reputation as leaders in our field. Our Lead dental implant surgeons are oral surgeon Dr Javier Perez and Dr Sanjay Patel. No referral is necessary you can call our reception team on 020 7388 6108 or book in online 24/7 by clicking here.

Dr Javier Perez

Dental Implant, Oral Surgeon (Special Interest), and Wisdom Tooth Expert
Lic Odont, PG Cert (Implant), MClinDent (Implant), Dip Oral Surg RCS (Eng), PG Cert Cons Sed
GDC No: 225487
Special interest in Oral Surgery & Dental Implants

Dental Implant and Oral Surgeon Expert

Dr Javier Perez graduated in dental surgery in 2010.

His clinical practice is focused on dental implants and oral surgery, from simple single tooth replacements to complex reconstructions involving both soft and hard tissues.

Dr Javier has completed a Masters in Implant Dentistry MClinDent (Implant) in London over three years and was awarded a diploma in Oral Surgery from the Royal College of Surgeons of England, one of the most prestigious colleges in UK.
Dr Perez has trained in Oral Surgery at the Maxillofacial Unit in the Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in South England. He is at the forefront of dental implants and oral surgery regularly attending National and International conferences to develop his skills and learn about the latest trends in Implantology.

At Camden High Street Dental our implant team have placed over 5000 implants, often undertaking and being referred cases from other practioners. We also consult and treat cases where you may have been told that you are unsuitable for dental implants. Having assembled one of the countries leading dental implant teams we can treat the most advanced and complex cases here at Camden High Street Dental.

Outside of work Dr Javier spends the majority of his time with his young family, recently welcoming a new son (October, 2021). He enjoys spending weekends exploring London, especially going to local food markets.

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