When dental implants were first introduced, a specific surgical protocol was followed that required a healing period of 3 months or longer for the implants to integrate (grow solid) into the jawbone. While certain circumstances may still require longer healing intervals, it is now possible to place implants into the jaw and fabricate replacement teeth that can be installed the same day. This can even be done immediately following teeth extractions. The implants are inserted during the same surgical appointment. These new procedures are based on improved implant designs, better diagnostic capabilities and modifications in surgical protocol. The final outcome is predictable, and long-term success is equal to that enjoyed by dental implants placed under the more traditional approach.

A New Set Of Teeth

People who are missing teeth are now able to replace them with permanent dentures in as little as one hour and with less discomfort. This is made possible by the NoeblGuide guided implant placement solution from Nobel Biocare.  In the dentist's office

In the dentist's office

Information combined in the computer

The CT scan information is entered into the NobelGuide Software program that creates this 3-D virtual model.

Back in the dental chair

About three weeks later, the patient comes in for a one-hour surgery to secure the new set of teeth. The patient is given only local anesthesia to numb the mouth. The implants are permanent and do not need to be replaced.

On the way out

The impants - and chewing - helps maintain bone compared to dentures