Created 12/6/2019
Updated 12/15/2023
Immediate load implants are one of the great advances in the world of dentistry.
dental implants
. As the name suggests, these are implants that can be placed completely the same day of the intervention. In other words, a few hours after the titanium cylinder has been implanted in the maxillofacial bone, the crown can be placed and the patient can return home with a normal set of teeth.
They are recommended mainly for aesthetic reasons. So, if you don’t want or can’t afford to notice the loss of a tooth, this type of implant may be your best option.
In this article our medical team, specialists in immediate load implants of our dental clinic in Barcelona and the dental clinic in Ibiza, will explain:
- Advantages of this type of dental implants
- For whom they are indicated
- How is the treatment
Advantages of immediate load implants
One of the great advantages of one-day implants is that the patient does not have to wait to be able to show off an esthetically perfect, as well as functional, set of teeth. The loss of a tooth often causes complexes and a lack of self-confidence and self-esteem. This is why it is so important to be able to leave the clinic without the space left by the missing piece being visible.
But the aesthetic issue is not the only advantage, other benefits of choosing this technique are the following:
- One-day implant surgery is very minimally invasive, so the postoperative period is faster and simpler.
- Swelling is much less than with other techniques and healing is faster.
- By placing the prosthesis at the same time as the implant, osseointegration is improved and gum health is enhanced.
- The ability to chew without pain is immediately restored.
- Normal speech can be resumed by being able to vocalize correctly without air escaping through the space left by the missing tooth.
Are immediate load implants suitable for everyone?
In general, they are suitable for everyone. However, there are special cases in which they are not recommended. Therefore, it is necessary to consult a dentist specialized in implant dentistry before deciding on this technique.
Let’s see in which cases it is not recommended to place this type of implants:
- If there is a great loss of bone mass in the jaw.
- In case the patient has certain periodontal diseases.
- If the person suffers from bruxism, that is, if he/she bites involuntarily during the night, as this could endanger osseointegration or even damage the bone.
- If the patient suffers from diabetes.
- In cases of smoking or alcohol abuse.
First of all, it is necessary to perform a CT scan so that the dentist can observe in detail the state of the bone and the exact space where the implant should be placed.
How are immediate load implants placed?
This is a relatively simple procedure in which, after implanting the screw in the bone, a temporary crown is placed that will function in the same way as a normal tooth.
The procedure is performed under local anesthesia or conscious sedation, depending on the patient and the surgeon’s recommendations. At the end, and once the sensitivity in the mouth has been recovered, the person can lead a completely normal life.
In addition, it is possible to implant more than one piece at a time. Therefore, if, due to trauma, several teeth are lost at once, this technique can be used to restore the teeth immediately.
A few weeks after the operation, the osseointegration should be checked to see if the osseointegration has been successful. Once the bone has accepted the implant as its own element, the definitive crown will be placed and the patient will be able to enjoy his tooth for the rest of his life.
If you are thinking of having immediate load implants treatment in Barcelona or Ibiza and you want personalized information for your case, our team of professionals specialized in implantology is at your disposal.
Contact us without obligation
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This article has been supervised by Dr. Ferran Novell Costa and Dra. Erjona Demiraj, specialists in Dental Health and Dental Aesthetics treatments. Responsible for the treatments provided at IMOI Barcelona and IMOI Ibiza and for the supervision and/or updating of the contents of this blog entry. (7/11/2023). The recommendations described are not generic and do not replace the diagnosis and evaluation of a professional in a dental office. If you want us to clarify any aspect or you want a personalized diagnosis and advice we recommend you to come to our dental clinics.
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